Definition
A branch of fluid mechanics that uses numerical analysis and algorithms to analyze and solve fluid flow problems.
Detailed Explanation
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) uses numerical methods and algorithms to solve the Navier-Stokes equations and other governing equations of fluid dynamics. It discretizes the spatial domain into small cells and applies conservation laws of mass momentum and energy to simulate fluid flow heat transfer and associated phenomena. The approach includes turbulence modeling multiphase flow analysis and complex geometry handling.
Use Cases
Aerodynamic design of vehicles and aircraft HVAC system optimization weather prediction biomedical engineering for blood flow analysis and industrial process equipment design.