Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Blog Posts
Understanding Granular Convection and the Brazil Nut Effect
Let’s use the Granular Flow Module to explore the phenomenon of the Brazil nut effect, formally known as size separation in vibrated granular materials.
Optimization of Heat Exchangers
Developing heat exchangers is a difficult task due to their design and manufacturing costs. Explore how shape and topology optimization can be used to help.
Modeling Non-Newtonian Flow in Porous Media
Learn how to use simulations to develop a homogenized approach for modeling non-Newtonian flow in porous structures.
Thermal Analysis of a Czochralski Crystal Growth Furnace
The Czochralski method is the most common approach for the preparation of monocrystalline silicon crystal ingots. Learn the history behind this method and how to model it here.
Modeling Drag Reduction Systems for Motorsports Using CFD
Explore how to build a simple model of a drag reduction system (DRS) flap similar to that of the ones found in race cars.
Modeling the Official Euro 2024 Match Ball
Explore the complex design of the official match ball for the Euro 2024 tournament. Then, learn about how it compares to the match ball from the 2018 FIFA World Cup®.
Modeling the Speed and Stealth of the Darkstar
What would the shock waves around the Darkstar really look like at Mach 7.5? How stealthy is this hypersonic jet? Here, we use modeling and simulation to find out.
Examining an Air Filter with a RANS Turbulence Model
Modeling and simulation can be used to analyze and better understand turbulent flow in a variety of systems. See one example here.