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Flow simulations are widely used in engineering applications ranging from flow around
airplane wings and hydraulic turbines to flow in blood vessels and other circulatory
systems (see Figure 10.1). We may gain a better understanding of the motion of fluid
around objects as well as the fluid behavior in complex circulatory systems by
conducting fluid analysis. Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulation
complements experimental testing, helps reduce cost and turnaround time for design
iterations, and has become an indispensable tool whenever practical design involving
fluids is required. In this chapter, we will discuss fluid analysis using ANSYS
Workbench.
VII. Problem Description
The aerodynamic performance of vehicles can be improved by utilizing computational
fluid dynamics simulation. In this case study, we conduct fluid analysis of the air flow
passing through a truck. Assume air at room temperature of 25C for the flow field
with an air velocity of 40 km/h blowing from left to right. Use nonslip boundary
conditions along the walls of the truck and the ground surface. Find the airflow pattern
as well as the pressure and velocity distributions of the flow field around the truck.
Flow field: incompressible air at 250 C
Boundary conditions: Air is blowing from left to right at a velocity of 40 km/h. Nonslip
boundaries along the walls of the truck and ground surface.
VIII. Procedure