scholarly journals Scale Effects on a Tip Rake Propeller Working in Open Water

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (11) ◽  
pp. 404 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lungu
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Data ◽  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Stokes Equations ◽  
Scale Effects ◽  
Open Water ◽  
Numerical Approach ◽  
Navier Stokes ◽  
Navier Stokes Equations ◽  
Conference Organization ◽  
Volume Method

The scale effect on the accuracy of a numerical simulation in ship hydrodynamics represents an important issue of the propeller numerical analysis. To grasp a better understanding on the influence of this effect, an introspection on the performances of an unconventional propeller is proposed in the present study. The paper describes an investigation of the performances of a tip rake propeller recently chosen as benchmark by the International Towing Tank Conference organization (ITTC hereafter). The numerical simulation is carried out by making use of the ISIS-CFD solver, part of the FineTM/Marine package available in the NUMECA suite. The solver is based on the finite volume method to build the spatial discretization of the governing equations. The incompressible unsteady Reynolds Averaged Navier-Stokes Equations (RANSE) are solved in a global approach. Reported solutions are compared with the experimental data provided by Schiffbau-Versuchsanstalt (SVA) Potsdam GmbH to validate the accuracy of the numerical approach. Since for the full scale the experimental data could not be possible, the ITTC’78 extrapolation method-based proposed by the SVA Potsdam has been taken as a basis for comparisons and discussions. A set of remarks will conclude the paper by providing some guidelines for further approaches in terms of the particulars of the numerics that may be further employed in similar studies.

Numerical Simulation of Roll Damping

2006 ◽  
Author(s):  
Juan B. V. Wanderley ◽  
Andre´ Ramiro ◽  
Thiago Reis ◽  
Antonio Carlos Fernandes ◽  
Carlos Levi
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Stokes Equations ◽  
Vortex Formation ◽  
Integral Form ◽  
Quantitative Agreement ◽  
Navier Stokes ◽  
Roll Damping ◽  
Navier Stokes Equations ◽  
Decay Tests ◽  
Volume Method

The highly viscous flow problem of roll damping of a FPSO is investigated by means of numerical solution of the unsteady two-dimensional Navier-Stokes equations. The finite volume method using non-structured grid is used to solve the integral form of the governing equations. The cross section of the FPSO hull with an initial roll displacement is let free to oscillate in roll in an initially still fluid. The numerical simulation provides a realistic picture of the physics of the phenomenon, capturing the vortex formation around the bilge keel. Numerical results from roll free decay tests are compared with experimental data showing a fairly good qualitative and quantitative agreement of the roll damping.

Numerical Simulation on Undulatory Flow of Swimming Fish

2013 ◽  
Vol 353-356 ◽  
pp. 2545-2549
Author(s):  
Xu Zhang ◽  
Xiu Bin He
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Stokes Equations ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Navier Stokes ◽  
Navier Stokes Equations ◽  
Time Stepping ◽  
Dual Time Stepping ◽  
Straight Line ◽  
Volume Method ◽  
Undulatory Swimming

A numerical simulation is carried out to investigate the unsteady flows over a swimming fish. The three-dimensional incompressible Navier-Stokes equations are solved using the finite volume method with artificial compressibility and dual time stepping approaches on unstructured moving grid. A realistic fish-like body is modeled, which undergoes undulatory swimming in a straight line. Both inviscid and viscous flows have been simulated to study the flow structures.

scholarly journals Simulation and visualization of formation of vortex ring, its propagation and transportation of passive scalar

2021 ◽  
pp. 182-199
Author(s):  
К.Н. Волков ◽  
В.Н. Емельянов ◽  
И.Е. Капранов
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Vortex Ring ◽  
Stokes Equations ◽  
Passive Scalar ◽  
Navier Stokes ◽  
Time Interval ◽  
Navier Stokes Equations ◽  
Volume Method ◽  
Traditional Approaches ◽  
Similar Theory

Рассматривается численное моделирование газодинамических процессов, сопровождающих формирование и распространение вихревых колец, получаемых при помощи поршневого генератора. Обсуждается влияние характеристик вихревого кольца на перенос пассивной примеси. Для численных расчетов применяются нестационарные уравнения Навье--Стокса, для дисукретизации которых применяется метод конечных объемов. Результаты численного моделирования позволяют получить геометрические и динамические характеристики вихревого кольца, которые соответствуют автомодельному теории вихревого кольца и экспериментальным данным. Помимо традиционных подходов к визуализации вихревых течений, основанных на построении линий уровня различных характеристик потока, для визуализации вихревых структур применяются инварианты тензора градиента скорости и метод показателей Ляпунова на конечном промежутке времени. Numerical simulation of gas-dynamic processes accompanying the formation and propagation of vortex rings obtained using a piston generator is considered. The influence of the characteristics of the vortex ring on the transfer of the passive particles is discussed. Unsteady Navier--Stokes equations are used for numerical calculations, and finite volume method is applied to their discretization. The results of numerical simulation make it possible to obtain the geometric and dynamic characteristics of the vortex ring, which correspond to the self-similar theory of the vortex ring and experimental data. In addition to traditional approaches to visualization of vortex flows based on the construction of contours of various flow quantities, invariants of the velocity gradient tensor and the method of Lyapunov exponents over a finite time interval are used to visualize vortex structures.

scholarly journals Prediction of Unsteady Natural Convection within a Square Cavity Containing an Obstacle at High Rayleigh Number Value

2015 ◽  
Vol 55 ◽  
pp. 19-26
Author(s):  
Basma Souayeh ◽  
Nader Ben Cheikh ◽  
Brahim Ben Beya ◽  
Taieb Lili
Keyword(s):  
Natural Convection ◽  
Rayleigh Number ◽  
Stokes Equations ◽  
Computer Code ◽  
Numerical Approach ◽  
Navier Stokes ◽  
Convection Flow ◽  
Square Cavity ◽  
Navier Stokes Equations ◽  
Volume Method

The present work deals with the prediction of a natural convection flow in a square cavity, partially heated by an obstacle placed at the bottom wall. The two transverse walls and the top wall of the cavity are supposed to be cold, the remaining walls are kept insulated. The main parameter of numerical investigations is the Rayleigh number (engine convection) varying from 103 to 105. When Ra is fixed at 107, the flow and thermal fields bifurcate and undergoes an unsteady behavior at critical positions. Flow patterns corresponding to the unsteady state are presented and analyzed in the current study. The simulations were conducted using a numerical approach based on the finite volume method and the projection method, which are implemented in a computer code in order to solve the Navier-Stokes equations.

Numerical Simulation of Roll Damping of a FPSO

2007 ◽  
Author(s):  
Juan B. V. Wanderley ◽  
Andre´ Ramiro ◽  
Thiago Reis ◽  
Antonio Carlos Fernandes ◽  
Carlos Levi
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Stokes Equations ◽  
Vortex Formation ◽  
Integral Form ◽  
Quantitative Agreement ◽  
Navier Stokes ◽  
Roll Damping ◽  
Navier Stokes Equations ◽  
Volume Method ◽  
Bilge Keel

The viscous flow problem of roll damping of a FPSO is investigated by means of numerical solution of the unsteady two-dimensional Navier-Stokes equations. The finite volume method using unstructured grid is used to solve the integral form of the governing equations. The cross section of the FPSO hull with an initial roll displacement is left free to oscillate in roll, heave and sway in an initially still fluid. The numerical simulation provides a realistic picture of the physics of the phenomenon, capturing the vortex formation around the bilge keel. The numerical results are compared with experimental data showing a fairly good qualitative and quantitative agreement of the motion damping.

Parallel Numerical Prediction of Pulverized Coal Particle Flow in Bifurcator-Type Flow Splitters

2003 ◽  
Vol 125 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Th. Frank ◽  
H. Schneider ◽  
K. Bernert ◽  
K. Pachler
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Gas Flow ◽  
Stokes Equations ◽  
Decomposition Methods ◽  
Numerical Approach ◽  
Navier Stokes ◽  
Two Phase ◽  
Navier Stokes Equations ◽  
Numerical Effort ◽  
Tracking Model

This paper deals with the numerical simulation of two-phase flows based on the solution of the Navier-Stokes equations with a k−ε turbulence model for the gas phase and a particle tracking model of the disperse phase fulfilling the framework of the Eulerian-Lagrangian (PSI-cell) approach. The numerical procedures for the two phases are based on multigrid and domain decomposition methods applied to a block-structured grid. Due to the enormous numerical effort of such flow simulations the entire solving procedure has been parallelized for computers of MIMD architecture. The paper gives a short description of the applied and developed numerical methods. Furthermore the numerical simulation of a particle laden gas flow through a flow splitter from the area of power engineering is presented as an example for a real world application of the numerical approach.

Flow Field of XCP Probe's Head and Optimization Choice of Structural Parameters

2013 ◽  
Vol 760-762 ◽  
pp. 1753-1757
Author(s):  
Hong Kun He ◽  
Shuang Qi Yang ◽  
Guang Yu Li ◽  
Hong Min Gao
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Flow Field ◽  
Finite Volume Method ◽  
Stokes Equations ◽  
Structural Parameters ◽  
Navier Stokes ◽  
Governing Equations ◽  
Navier Stokes Equations ◽  
Front End ◽  
Volume Method

In this study, numerical simulation of XCP probe was executed. The 3D Navier-Stokes equations were used as governing equations, and the finite volume method combining two-equations turbulence model was applied. The flow field of XCP Probe was analyzed, especially around the XCP Probe's head. The results show that the arc design of the XCP Probe's head plays an important role on the steady falling speed. In addition, when the radian is 27°, the resistance of the probe is smallest and a larger falling speed can be achieved; The electrodes of probe should be located in front end of a conduit which is in the middle of the probe.

Numerical Simulation for Predicting Ship Resistance and Vertical Motions in Regular Head Waves

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adham S. Bekhit ◽  
Adrian Lungu
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Data ◽  
Stokes Equations ◽  
Numerical Results ◽  
Computational Grids ◽  
Navier Stokes ◽  
Time Step ◽  
Navier Stokes Equations ◽  
Head Waves ◽  
Volume Method ◽  
Regular Head Waves

Abstract The present study is concerned with predicting the resistance and vertical motions of the surface combatant DTMB5512 ship model in regular head waves. A series of numerical simulations are performed for various wave lengths, heights and different ship speeds. Computations are performed by making use of the ISIS-CFD solver of the commercial software Fine™/Marine provided by NUMECA, where the discretization in space is based on finite volume method using unstructured grid. The unsteady Reynolds-Averaged Navier-Stokes equations are numerically solved while the turbulence is modeled by making use of the k-ω SST model. The free-surface is captured through an air-water interface based on the Volume of Fluid (VOF) method. Computed results are validated through direct comparisons with the experimental data provided by IIHR test cases. For the sake of numerical results verification, a grid convergence study is performed on four computational grids and a time step convergence test is also included. Validation of the numerical results shows a reasonable agreement with the experimental data.

Air Flow Turbulent Fluctuations in a Centrifugal Fan

2005 ◽  
Author(s):  
F. Z. Sierra ◽  
H. C. Lara ◽  
J. Kubiak ◽  
J. Siqueiros ◽  
J. C. Garcia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Stokes Equations ◽  
Air Flow ◽  
Numerical Approach ◽  
Navier Stokes ◽  
Centrifugal Fan ◽  
Navier Stokes Equations ◽  
Turbulent Fluctuations ◽  
Operation Conditions ◽  
Fixed Parameter ◽  
Volume Method

In this work air flow turbulent fluctuations within the volute-impeller interaction region in a centrifugal fan are analyzed. The fan is part of one group of four similar units that provide the necessary air into a steam generator, in a power plant of 70 MW capacity. A numerical approach based on the finite volume method has been employed to solve the full set of Navier-Stokes equations in 3-D. Multiple reference frame was used to simulate the circular motion of the rotor inside the volute which remained static as well as the air entrance and exit sections. The whole domain was divided into 1.350 × 106 cells. Additional terms due to centrifugal and Coriolis forces were taken into account in the computation. The turbulence was addressed using one model based on renormalized group theory, RNG. Emphasis is focused on describing the velocity field within the annulus in between the rotor and the volute and its fluctuations. One first set of results indicate that the highest velocities appear in the region close to the blades tip, but they decay immediately after entering the annular volute-impeller region. Over there, the flow develops into two zones which are well defined through dynamic and static pressure contours. The results show how the magnitude of turbulence intensity varies according to different operation conditions of the fan, taking as fixed parameter the pressure at exit. The behavior of turbulence in the radial direction for a number of flow sections, starting from the cutter at the exit of the fan are examined as well.

scholarly journals An Efficient Strategy to Deliver Understanding of Both Numerical and Practical Aspects When Using Navier-Stokes Equations to Solve Fluid Mechanics Problems

Fluids ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 178 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adair ◽  
Jaeger
Keyword(s):  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Solution Method ◽  
Stokes Equations ◽  
Numerical Approach ◽  
Navier Stokes ◽  
Governing Equations ◽  
Navier Stokes Equations ◽  
Driven Cavity ◽  
Various Boundary Conditions ◽  
Volume Method

An efficient and thorough strategy to introduce undergraduate students to a numerical approach of calculating flow is outlined. First, the basic steps, especially discretization, involved when solving Navier-Stokes equations using a finite-volume method for incompressible steady-state flow are developed with the main aim being for the students to follow through from the mathematical description of a given problem to the final solution of the governing equations in a transparent way. The well-known ‘driven-cavity’ problem is used as the problem for testing coding written by the students, and the Navier-Stokes equations are initially cast in the vorticity-streamfunction form. This is followed by moving on to a solution method using the primitive variables and discussion of details such as, closure of the Navier-Stokes equations using turbulence modelling, appropriate meshing within the computation domain, various boundary conditions, properties of fluids, and the important methods for determining that a convergence solution has been reached. Such a course is found to be an efficient and transparent approach for introducing students to computational fluid dynamics.

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