Efficient Predictions of Unsteady Viscous Flows Around Bluff Bodies by Aerodynamic Reduced Order Models

2013 ◽  
Vol 136 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
L. Ebrahimnejad ◽  
K. D. Janoyan ◽  
H. Yadollahi Farsani ◽  
D. T. Valentine ◽  
P. Marzocca
Keyword(s):  
Flexible Structures ◽  
Bluff Bodies ◽  
Aerodynamic Coefficients ◽  
Reduced Order ◽  
Offshore Engineering ◽  
Unsteady Fluid Flow ◽  
Sinusoidal Input ◽  
Computational Fluid Dynamics Cfd ◽  
Unsteady Fluid ◽  
Great Belt

This paper describes an efficient reduced order model (ROM) applied in the aerodynamic analysis of bluff bodies. The proposed method, which is based on eigensystem realization algorithm (ERA), uses the impulse response of the system obtained by computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis to construct a ROM that can accurately predict the response of the system to any arbitrary input. In order to study the performance of the proposed technique, three different geometries including elliptical and rectangular sections as well as the deck cross section of Great Belt Bridge (GBB) were considered. The aerodynamic coefficients of the impulse responses of the three sections are used to construct the corresponding ROM for each section. Then, the aerodynamic coefficients from an arbitrary sinusoidal input obtained by CFD are compared with the predicted one using the ROM. The results presented illustrate the ability of the proposed technique to predict responses of the systems to arbitrary sinusoidal and other generic inputs, with significant savings in terms of CPU time when compared with most CFD codes. The methodology described in this paper has wide application in many offshore engineering problems where flexible structures interact with unsteady fluid flow, and should be useful in preliminary design, in design optimization, and in control algorithm development.

A Study on the Use of Reduced Order Models for Unsteady Fluid Dynamic Analysis of Flexible Structures

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
L. Ebrahimnejad ◽  
H. Yadollahi Farsani ◽  
D. T. Valentine ◽  
K. D. Janoyan ◽  
P. Marzocca
Keyword(s):  
Dynamic Analysis ◽  
Cross Sections ◽  
Fluid Dynamic ◽  
Flexible Structures ◽  
Reduced Order Models ◽  
Computationally Efficient ◽  
Reduced Order ◽  
Long Span ◽  
Long Span Bridge ◽  
Unsteady Fluid

Reduced order models (ROMs) are computationally efficient techniques, which have been widely used for predicting unsteady aerodynamic response of airfoils and wings. However, they have not been applied extensively to perform unsteady fluid dynamic analysis of flexible structures in civil engineering. This paper discusses the application of reduced order computational fluid dynamics (CFD) model based on the eigensystem realization algorithm (ERA) in the aerodynamic analysis of flexible structures with arbitrary shaped cross sections. As an example of a civil structure we examine the GBB long-span bridge for which there are published experimental data. The aerodynamic impulse responses of the GBB Bridge are used to construct the ROM, and then the aerodynamic forces due to arbitrary inputs are evaluated and compared to those of the model coupled with an advanced CFD code. Results demonstrate reasonable prediction power and high computational efficiency of the technique that can serve for preliminary design, optimization and control purposes. The methodology described in this paper has wide application in many offshore engineering problems where flexible structures interact with unsteady fluid mechanical phenomena.

A Two-Dimensional CFD Simulation for Different Spacers of Spiral Wound Moudles

2012 ◽  
Vol 557-559 ◽  
pp. 2249-2252 ◽  
Author(s):  
Song Lin Xu ◽  
Wen Qiang Mi
Keyword(s):  
Fluid Dynamics ◽  
Computational Fluid Dynamics ◽  
Fluid Flow ◽  
Cfd Simulation ◽  
Two Dimensional ◽  
Cfd Model ◽  
Visual Method ◽  
Unsteady Fluid Flow ◽  
Computational Fluid Dynamics Cfd ◽  
Unsteady Fluid

A computational fluid dynamics (CFD) model was used to simulate unsteady fluid flow in a two-dimensional channel. The flow was computed for several different geometries and velocity. Calculations show different flow patterns of the cavity spacer, the submerged spacer and the zigzag spacer. Applications of two-dimensional CFD simulation give a visual method to determine the advantages of each spacer type.

Ground Flutter Simulation Test Based on Reduced Order Modeling of Aerodynamics by CFD/CSD Coupling Method

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (01) ◽  
pp. 1950008
Author(s):  
Binwen Wang ◽  
Xueling Fan
Keyword(s):  
Aerodynamic Force ◽  
Test System ◽  
Simulation Test ◽  
Robust Controller ◽  
Test Technique ◽  
Reduced Order ◽  
Aerodynamic Model ◽  
Flutter Boundary ◽  
Computational Fluid Dynamics Cfd ◽  
Good Agreement

Flutter is an aeroelastic phenomenon that may cause severe damage to aircraft. Traditional flutter evaluation methods have many disadvantages (e.g., complex, costly and time-consuming) which could be overcome by ground flutter test technique. In this study, an unsteady aerodynamic model is obtained using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) code according to the procedure of frequency domain aerodynamic calculation. Then, the genetic algorithm (GA) method is adopted to optimize interpolation points for both excitation and response. Furthermore, the minimum-state method is utilized for rational fitting so as to establish an aerodynamic model in time domain. The aerodynamic force is simulated through exciters and the precision of simulation is guaranteed by multi-input and multi-output robust controller. Finally, ground flutter simulation test system is employed to acquire the flutter boundary through response under a range of air speeds. A good agreement is observed for both velocity and frequency of flutter between the test and modeling results.

Solving Vibration Control Problems Using Reduced Order Models for Flexible Structures: A Genetic Algorithm Approach

1997 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sourav Kundu ◽  
Kentaro Kamagata ◽  
Shigeru Sugino ◽  
Takeshi Minowa ◽  
Kazuto Seto
Keyword(s):  
Genetic Algorithm ◽  
Vibration Control ◽  
Controller Design ◽  
Fitness Function ◽  
Flexible Structures ◽  
Design Solution ◽  
Reduced Order Models ◽  
Reduced Order ◽  
Fitness Value ◽  
Genetic Algorithm Approach

Abstract A Genetic Algorithm (GA) based approach for solution of optimal control design of flexible structures is presented in this paper. The method for modeling flexible structures with distributed parameters as reduced-order models with lumped parameters, which has been developed previously, is employed. Due to some restrictions on controller design it is necessary to make a reduced-order model of the structure. Once the model is established the design of flexible structures is considered as a feedback search procedure where a new solution is assigned some fitness value for the GA and the algorithm iterates till some satisfactory design solution is achieved. We propose a pole assignment method to determine the evaluation (fitness) function to be used by the GA to find optimal damping ratios in passive elements. This paper demonstrates the first results of a genetic algorithm approach to solution of the vibration control problem for practical control applications to flexible tower-like structures.

Structural Dynamics

1985 ◽  
Vol 38 (10) ◽  
pp. 1287-1289
Author(s):  
F. C. Moon ◽  
E. H. Dowell
Keyword(s):  
Structural Dynamics ◽  
Optimization Problems ◽  
Acoustic Noise ◽  
Flexible Structures ◽  
Computer Software ◽  
Nonlinear Problems ◽  
Great Promise ◽  
Bluff Bodies ◽  
Building Structures ◽  
Dynamics And Control

While much of the linear theory of structural dynamics has been codified in numerous computer software, important problems remain such as inverse methods (modal synthesis or system identification) and optimization problems. Nonlinear problems, however, are a fertile ground for new research, especially those involving large deformations (e.g., crash simulation) and material nonlinearities. Structure interaction problems will continue to be a fruitful area of research including fluid-structure dynamics and interaction with acoustic noise, thermal fields, soils, and electromagnetic forces. For example, new knowledge about unsteady flows around bluff bodies is needed to make significant progress with dynamic interaction problems with bridge and building structures in unsteady winds. A new field which shows great promise for application is the theory of feedback control of flexible structures. Advances in this area could pay off in near-space engineering and robotics. The training of new researchers with backgrounds in both structural dynamics and control theory and experience is a high priority for the control-structure field, however.

scholarly journals Fluid boundaries shaping using the method of kinetic balance

2006 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 153-162
Author(s):  
Miroslav Benisek ◽  
Svetislav Cantrak ◽  
Milos Nedeljkovic ◽  
Djordje Cantrak ◽  
Dejan Ilic ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Fluid Flow ◽  
Fluid Mechanics ◽  
Cross Sections ◽  
Hydraulic Engineering ◽  
Optimum Shape ◽  
Curved Channels ◽  
Unsteady Fluid Flow ◽  
Unsteady Fluid ◽  
Flow Boundaries ◽  
Dead Water

Fluid flow in curved channels with various cross-sections, as a common problem in theoretical and applied fluid mechanics, is a very complex and quite undiscovered phenomenon. Defining the optimum shape of the fluid flow boundaries, which would ensure minimum undesirable phenomena, like "dead water" zones, unsteady fluid flow, etc., is one of the crucial hydraulic engineering?s task. Method of kinetic balance is described and used for this purpose, what is illustrated with few examples. .

scholarly journals INTEGRATED MODEL «RESERVOIR - WELL - PUMP» FOR UNSTEADY FLUID FLOW REGIMES CALCULATING

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 33
Author(s):  
A.A. Pashali ◽  
R.S. Khalfin ◽  
D.V. Silnov ◽  
A.S. Topolnikov ◽  
B.M. Latypov ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Fluid Flow ◽  
Flow Regimes ◽  
Integrated Model ◽  
Unsteady Fluid Flow ◽  
Unsteady Fluid ◽  
Fluid Flow Regimes
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