Airfoil Training Course: Cfd Simulation By Ansys Fluent

Complete Guide to Airfoil CFD Simulation Using ANSYS Fluent - Practical Projects for Aerospace and Mechanical Engineers

What you'll learn

Fundamental Airfoil Aerodynamics and CFD Setup

High-Lift Device Simulation Techniques

Thermal Management and Cooling System Analysis

Advanced Compressible and Transonic Flow Modeling

Requirements

Working knowledge of ANSYS Workbench environment and basic fluid mechanics concepts (pressure, viscosity, boundary layers), with access to ANSYS Fluent software (student version acceptable) and a suitable computer for CFD simulations (8GB+ RAM recommended).

Description

Dive into the world of computational fluid dynamics with our comprehensive "Mastering Airfoil CFD" course, specifically designed for engineers, students, and professionals looking to enhance their simulation skills in aerodynamic analysis.This hands-on course takes you through the complete workflow of airfoil CFD simulation using ANSYS Fluent, from basic concepts to advanced applications. You'll master every step of the process: creating precise NACA profile geometries, developing effective meshing strategies, configuring solvers with appropriate physics models, and extracting meaningful performance data from your simulations.Through six carefully designed projects, you'll progressively build your expertise by tackling real-world aerospace challenges:- Analyze fundamental aerodynamics with a NACA 0008 airfoil simulation- Investigate high-lift devices through trailing edge flap and slot effect studies- Master thermal management with airfoil cooling simulations- Explore compressible flow phenomena and shock wave formation- Transition to 3D simulations to understand complex spatial flow features- Learn professional post-processing techniques for engineering analysisEach section combines theoretical knowledge with practical implementation, ensuring you develop both conceptual understanding and software proficiency. By course completion, you'll have a portfolio of simulation projects and the confidence to apply CFD techniques to your own aerospace design challenges.Whether you're an engineering student, a professional transitioning to aerodynamics, or an experienced engineer expanding your simulation toolkit, this course provides the structured learning path and practical skills needed for successful airfoil analysis using industry-standard ANSYS Fluent software.

Overview

Section 1: Basic Airfoil Simulation

Lecture 1 NACA 0008 Airfoil Geometry and Mesh Training

Lecture 2 NACA 0008 Airfoil CFD Simulation by ANSYS Fluent

Section 2: Multi-Element Airfoil Analysis

Lecture 3 Trailing Edge Flap Effect Analysis: CFD Simulation by ANSYS Fluent

Lecture 4 Slot Effect on Wing Performance: CFD Simulation by ANSYS Fluent

Section 3: Thermal Management

Lecture 5 Airfoil Surface Cooling CFD Simulation by ANSYS Fluent

Section 4: Compressible Flow Simulation

Lecture 6 NACA 0012 Compressible Flow CFD Simulation, ANSYS Fluent

Section 5: Advanced 3D Simulation

Lecture 7 Transonic Flow over 3D NACA 0012 Airfoil: CFD Simulation by ANSYS Fluent

Aerospace and mechanical engineering students, professionals transitioning to CFD roles, aerodynamics researchers, and aircraft design engineers seeking practical simulation skills for airfoil analysis, with particular value for those working on wing design, UAV development, or performance optimization of aerodynamic surfaces.