CFD Computational fluid dynamics course for Novice by TechnoSoft Educational and Research Consultancy

TRAINING PROGRAM
COMPUTATIONAL FLUID DYNAMICS
MODULE - 7

Course Content (40 Hours/4 Weeks)

1. Computational Fluid Dynamics Introduction
1.1. Computational Study vs. Experimental Study
1.2. Advantage and Disadvantages of CFD
1.3. Pre-processors
1.4. Solvers
1.5. Post-processors

2. Overview of CFD problem
Problem description, Modelling, Meshing, Grid Independence Study, Solution accuracy, Computational time, Validation, Parametric Study, Result presentation and Conclusion.

3. Basics of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Continuity, momentum, and energy equations (Navier-Stokes equations), Introduction to Discretization Schemes, Introduction to grid generation, Structured and Unstructured Grids, Importance of coarse and fine grid in flow field, Types of boundary conditions, Internal and external flow, Steady and Unsteady simulations, Under-relaxation parameters, Residuals, Iterations.

4. Modelling and Grid Generation (Pre-Processor)
4.1. Introduction
4.2. Geometry Creation/ Modelling
Top-Down Approach
Bottom-Up Approach
4.3. Grid/Mesh Generation
What is Grid/Mesh?
Types of Grids
Uniform Mesh, Non- Uniform Mesh, Structured Mesh and Unstructured Mesh
Terminology of Mesh
Cell, Node, Cell Center, Edge, Face, Zone and Domain.
Cell Shapes
2D Mesh Triangle Mesh and Quadrilateral Mesh
3D Mesh Tetrahedron Mesh, Hexahedron Mesh and Prism Mesh

Generation of O-grid
Mesh Quality
Skewness
Tetra Mesh vs. Hexa Mesh
Meshs impact on Rate of Convergence

5. Solving a problem using CFD (Solver)*
Application of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) on some practical problems given below:-
2D-inviscid, steady flow and forced convection over a flat plate.
2D-viscous, steady flow over a flat plate. (Laminar and Turbulent boundary layer)
Flow between two parallel plates. (Parabolic flow profile)
Flow in a circular pipe using axis-symmetry boundary condition.
Flow over a 2D stationary cylinder.
Flow over a 2D airfoil to determine Lift and Drag coefficient.
Cooling of an electronic chip.
Application of heat flux, heat generation and constant temperature in a flow field.
Co-axial flow interaction.
Introduction to unsteady simulations, time-step size, iterations per step and number of steps
Unsteady flow over a 2D airfoil.
Flow in a 3D circular pipe.
Flow over a 3D stationary cylinder.

6. Post-Processor
Result presentation, Contours, Iso-Sufaces, Cut planes, lateral, longitudinal, Streamlines, Plots and Conclusion.

Note: Training Certificate will be provided to all participants.