Centrifugal Compressor CFD Simulation

Explore centrifugal compressor design and analysis with our ANSYS Fluent CFD simulation module. This tutorial focuses on key aspects of compressor performance relevant to mechanical engineers.

Key areas covered:

Compressible flow modeling in rotating machinery
Impeller and diffuser flow analysis
Pressure ratio and efficiency calculations
Rotating reference frame implementation

Learn to set up compressible flow models, define rotating and stationary zones, and interpret results linking fluid dynamics theory to practical applications.

This simulation provides insights into:

Pressure and temperature distributions within the compressor
Flow behavior in impeller passages and diffuser
Impact of rotational speed on performance
Velocity profiles and secondary flows

Applicable to various fields including turbomachinery, aerospace, and industrial process compressors.

By completing this module, you’ll understand:

Centrifugal compressor aerodynamics
Basic performance characteristic analysis
Factors affecting compressor efficiency

Develop skills in analyzing centrifugal compressor designs, crucial for turbomachinery development in mechanical engineering.