Automotive CFD: Simulating Cars, Trucks & F1 Super Car

Course Headline:

Conduct CFD Analysis of Vehicles Using Fluent Meshing and Fluent Solver with Best Mesh Quality and Accurate Results

Course Description:

Why Master CFD Analysis for Vehicle Design? 🏎️✈️

CFD analysis is a game-changer in the design and development of vehicles. With the advent of powerful computing resources, engineers can now simulate complex fluid dynamics around objects with intricate geometries and physics. This course will equip you with the skills to master Fluent Meshing and Fluent Solver, enabling you to perform CFD analysis on vehicles as sophisticated as Formula One cars, with precision and accuracy.

Key Learnings:

• Understanding Geometry Complexity: Learn how to handle complex vehicle geometries, including car bodies, spoilers, wings, and detailed engine components.
• History of Fluent Meshing: Discover the evolution of TGrid into Fluent meshing within the ANSYS ecosystem.
• Mastering Fluent Meshing: Get hands-on experience with the latest features and automated workflows in Fluent meshing.
• Automated Mesh Generation Techniques: Explore the Watertight and Fault Tolerant workflows for hassle-free mesh creation, even for 'dirty' geometries.
• Creating Efficient Meshes: Learn to generate high-quality meshes that accurately capture the physics of the flow without time-consuming geometry cleanup.

Course Highlights:

• TGrid Legacy: Understand how TGrid has been integrated into Fluent and how it continues to evolve.
• Meshing Best Practices: Gain insights into the manual mode versus automated algorithms for optimal mesh generation.
• High-Fidelity CFD Simulations: Learn to perform detailed CFD simulations on vehicles, comparing results with experimental data.
• Time Efficiency: Accelerate your CFD workflow to complete analysis in less than two hours for complex vehicle geometries.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is designed for:

• Aspiring Engineers: Individuals looking to enter the field of fluid dynamics and CFD simulations.
• CFD Analysts: Professionals seeking to enhance their skills in vehicle CFD analysis.
• Automotive Designers: Engineers focused on improving vehicle performance through simulation.
• Students & Researchers: Academics interested in advancing their knowledge of CFD in the context of automotive applications.

What You Will Achieve:

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Conduct CFD Analysis: Apply Fluent Meshing and Fluent Solver to perform comprehensive CFD analysis on vehicles.
• Mesh Generation Mastery: Create high-quality, automated meshes for complex geometries without the need for extensive geometry cleanup.
• Data Validation: Compare your simulation results with experimental data to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Efficiency in CFD Simulations: Reduce the time required for CFD simulations on vehicles by using efficient workflows and algorithms.

Course Outline:

1. Introduction to Fluent Meshing: Overview of the software's history, capabilities, and user interface.
2. Geometry Preparation: Tips and tricks for preparing your vehicle geometry for meshing.
3. Automated Mesh Generation Workflows: A deep dive into Watertight and Fault Tolerant workflows.
4. Meshing Best Practices: Strategies to ensure high-quality mesh generation.
5. Solving Fluent CFD Cases: Setting up and solving CFD cases for vehicle flow analysis.
6. Result Analysis and Comparison: Analyzing the results and validating them against known data.
7. Practical Application: Applying the learned techniques to conduct CFD analysis on a vehicle of your choice, such as a Formula One car.

Embark on a journey to master CFD analysis for vehicles with Fluent Meshing and Solver. Enroll now and transform your engineering skills! 🚀💨