CFD Simulations with Ansys Fluent
In this course, you will learn the relevant workflows for CFD simulation - from model selection, meshing and calculation to evaluation and quality control. This training is offered as a 3-day course or alternatively as a self-paced eLearning course.
Duration
3 days
Prerequisites
None
Software used
Ansys Fluent
- Practical examples of internal and external fluid dynamics
- Work steps from geometry modeling to setup
- Systematic evaluation and quality assurance of results
- Background knowledge and best practice tips for Ansys Fluent
Description
In this introductory training, you will acquire the necessary skills for numerical flow calculations with Ansys Fluent. You will learn to simulate internal and external fluid dynamics with heat transfer and systematically evaluate the results. Quality assurance of the results is also an important part of the training.
The focus is on practical exercises using the Ansys Fluent software. A presentation of the necessary physical and numerical background knowledge accompanies these exercises. You will learn a best practice procedure for carrying out fluid dynamics calculations and apply this in the exercises. After this training, you will be able to carry out CFD simulations independently, from model selection and meshing to calculation, post-processing, and quality assurance.
Do you work in development, calculation, or research? We will show you how you can better understand the fluid dynamics in your productsand develop high-quality products in a time-saving and cost-effective manner. Incorporate the knowledge you have acquired directly into your development and research work and benefit from the many possibilities in Ansys Fluent.
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Detailed agenda for this 3-day training
Day 1
01 Introduction to CFD
- Presentation of application examples
- CFD fundamentals
- CFD best practice procedure
- Software workflow overview
02 Meshing - 1
- Import of a geometry model in Ansys Fluent Meshing
- Use of the “Watertight Workflow”
- Generation of surface meshes
- Definition of prism layers on walls
- Generation of volume meshes – polyhedra & polyhedra-hexcore (Mosaic)
03 Meshing - 2
- Influence of mesh quality on numerical accuracy
- Requirements for high-quality meshes
- Mesh quality control in Ansys Fluent Meshing
- Generation of scalable refined meshes
04 Setup and Simulation
- Set up and calculate the simulation tasks with Ansys Fluent
- Modeling selection
- Boundary and initial conditions
- Control factors of the numerical process
Day 2
05 Post-Processing
- Post-processing in Ansys Fluent
- Evaluation hierarchy
- Scalar quantity -> animations
- Reduction of results -> expressions
06 Turbulence Modeling
- Significance of turbulent fluid dynamics
- Necessity of modeling
- Model types
- Recommendations
07 Quality Assurance
- Error hierarchy
- Quantification of iteration errors – convergence criteria
- Quantification of discretization errors
- Definition and determination of model errors
- Uncertainties
08 Heat Transfer
- Conjugate heat transfer – fluid-solid coupling
- Expansion of the isothermal model
- Calculation & evaluation
Day 3
09 External Flow - Geometry & Mesh
- Geometry import of a CAD model in Ansys Fluent Meshing
- Meshing in Ansys Fluent Meshing
- Mesh quality control
10 External Flow - Steady-State Simulation
- Setting up the model
- Profile boundary conditions
- Calculation
- Evaluation
11 External Flow - Unsteady-State Simulation
- Differences between stationary and transient simulations
- Time-dependent boundary conditions (gusts)
- Numerical settings for transient fluid dynamics
- Time step selection
12 Best Practices & Outlook
- Managing problems – convergence problems, etc.
- Rotating systems
- Porous media
- Fluid-structure interaction
- Multiphase flows – Euler-Euler vs. Euler-Lagrange
- Reacting fluid dynamics
Your Trainers
A selection of our lecturers, who provide you with the latest simulation knowledge and its implementation in practice
Dr.-Ing. Georg Scheuerer
Kevin Baur
Dr. Roman Gabl
Demian Lauper
Dr.-Ing. Damien Cabut
Adrian Dunne
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What CADFEM customers are saying
Sébastien Bernard
Design and Project Engineer, Corinthe IngenierieCADFEM trained us in the use of SpaceClaim and Fluent. The theory-practice-alternation was well balanced, our learning curve was quick and intuitive. The technical mastery and pedagogy are remarkable. After the training, we put in place regular meetings to discuss about our challenges and success. We recommend the CADFEM team without reservation!
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To get a clear impression of our online learning format, we offer you a trial allowing you access to the starting module of an eLearning course of your choice. No costs, no cancellation period or anything similar. Moreover, with this free test access you can check all the technical requirements for a smooth learning process. You can easily request the free module from any eLearning course.
Each online course day comprises four eLearning modules. You should ideally allow 90 to 120 minutes of uninterrupted learning time for each module. This will allow you to acquire the knowledge provided by a module and to consolidate it through quiz questions and Ansys exercises. By dividing each module into micro learning units, you can also make good use of smaller time windows, such as on your commute.
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