Rotary Equipment GOLDEN Training Package
Price:
$10,083
$2,589
MR CFD's Rotary Equipment & Turbomachinery CFD Simulation GOLDEN Training Package offers 160+ ANSYS Fluent tutorials on pumps, compressors, turbines (gas, water, wind), fans, mixers, and rotary dryers—ideal for professors, managers, and companies upskilling teams in turbomachinery design.
Practical exercises and case studies rooted in real-world +160 pre-simulated Rotary Equipment and Turbomachinery projects.
Step-by-step tutorials from geometry creation, meshing, solving, and advanced post-processing.
While you obtain the Golden Package, you will receive non-limited 1-year technical support from MR CFD experts.
By purchasing this Golden package, you can benefit from our 3-month HPC.
Rotary Equipment GOLDEN Training Package
Price:
$10,083
$2,589
MR CFD's Rotary Equipment & Turbomachinery CFD Simulation GOLDEN Training Package offers 160+ ANSYS Fluent tutorials on pumps, compressors, turbines (gas, water, wind), fans, mixers, and rotary dryers—ideal for professors, managers, and companies upskilling teams in turbomachinery design.
Practical exercises and case studies rooted in real-world +160 pre-simulated Rotary Equipment and Turbomachinery projects.
Step-by-step tutorials from geometry creation, meshing, solving, and advanced post-processing.
While you obtain the Golden Package, you will receive non-limited 1-year technical support from MR CFD experts.
By purchasing this Golden package, you can benefit from our 3-month HPC.
Syngas Fuel Combustion in Gas Turbine Can Combustor: CFD simulation
Intermediate, Advanced
Price: $300
The report details a simulation of a Gas Turbine Can Combustor (GTCC) using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to analyze the combustion and emission characteristics of Schwarze Pumpe syngas. The setup includes a combustion system with six fuel injectors, a primary air inlet, and six secondary air inlets. The analysis uses a sophisticated mesh and applies the standard k-ε turbulence model and the P1 radiation model for accurate simulations. Key findings show that the combustor design effectively facilitates mixing and combustion, achieving a maximum inner flame temperature of approximately 1900 K. The study also successfully models pollutant formation, such as NOx, providing insights into emission control. Overall, the simulation demonstrates high combustion efficiency, supported by detailed species volume fraction contours, confirming complete fuel combustion at the outlet and the viability of the GTCC in optimizing syngas combustion processes.
Price: Free
Introduction to the Design of Experiment (DOE) in ANSYS Fluent software Introduction to the Central Composite Design (CCD) Introduction to the Rotatable, VIF-Optimality, G-Optimality, and Face-Centered Introduction to the Box-Behnken Design (BBD) Introduction to the Optimal Space-Filling Design Introduction to the Sparse Grid Initialization Introduction to the Latin Hypercube Sampling Design Introduction to the Custom and Custom+Sampling
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD): Introduction
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Price: Free
This is the first session of a Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) course, focusing on equations and numerical methods for discretization and solving them in detail. The course is designed by the Mister CFD team to help students and engineers understand the numerical techniques used in software like Ansys Fluent, rather than focusing on fundamental coding. It introduces CFD as a method for solving nonlinear partial differential equations (Navier-Stokes equations) through numerical techniques, since general analytical solutions aren’t available. The document covers three main numerical methods: Finite Difference Method (FDM), Finite Volume Method (FVM), and Finite Element Method (FEM), with their advantages and limitations. It explains different types of Partial Differential Equations (PDEs) including their classifications based on order, linearity, and behavior (Elliptic, Parabolic, and Hyperbolic). The content concludes with detailed explanations of conservation equations, numerical errors in CFD, and the importance of Taylor series in discretization processes.
Numerical Investigation of Cavitation Phenomena in a 2D Gerotor Pump Using ANSYS Fluent
Intermediate, Advanced
Price: $144
This study presents a detailed numerical investigation of cavitation phenomena in a gerotor pump using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulation The physical modeling incorporated a mixture model for multiphase flow A key aspect of the simulation was the implementation of dynamic mesh capabilities through User Defined Functions (UDFs)
Electronic Engine Cooling Enhancement with and without Water Spray Cooling System
Intermediate, Advanced
Price: $240
This project investigates the thermal management of an electronic engine using CFD simulation through ANSYS Fluent software suite The primary objective was to compare the cooling effectiveness of the engine under two conditions: without water spray cooling and with water spray cooling The simulation workflow began with geometry creation in SpaceClaim, followed by mesh generation in ANSYS Meshing. The simulation framework utilised species transport modelling and implemented a two-way coupled discrete phase model (DPM) specifically for water spray simulation
Price: $200
The computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis of a Francis turbine was conducted using ANSYS Fluent software to investigate its performance characteristics and flow behavior. This study aims to provide detailed insights into the pressure distribution, velocity patterns, and potential cavitation phenomena within the turbine system. The simulation incorporates advanced numerical models and careful consideration of boundary conditions to ensure accurate results.
Fluid-Structure Interaction over HAWT Turbine Vibration (two-way)
Intermediate, Advanced
Price: $60
this report presents a FSI analysis of a HAWT using CFD. The geometry was created using ANSYS Design Modeler, and meshing was performed with ANSYS Meshing, resulting in a high-fidelity model with 3,465,821 cells. The simulation leverages (MRF) approach for rotating domains and dynamic mesh methods to capture the complex fluid-structure interactions. A two-way FSI approach was employed to capture the mutual interaction between the fluid flow and the structural deformation of the turbine blades.
Fluid-Structure Interaction in a Vertical Axis Water Turbine using MRF Method, Ansys Fluent
Intermediate, Advanced
Price: $45
The problem numerically simulates the Fluid-Structure Interaction over Vertical Turbine using ANSYS Fluent software. We designed the 3-D model using the Design Modeler software. The mesh grid is generated using ANSYS Meshing, and the element number equals 705,465. The Frame Motion method is used to rotate the turbine. FSI model analyses total strain, and stress over the VAWT turbine.
Powder Distribution in Mixer, Transient CFD Simulation
Intermediate, Advanced
Price: $64
This study simulates powder distribution in a stationary fluid after mixing using ANSYS Fluent. The geometry, representing a mixer tank with a rotating propeller, is designed in ANSYS SpaceClaim and meshed using ANSYS Meshing, resulting in about 3,000,000 cells. The simulation is conducted as a transient analysis for a limited time period. The Eulerian multiphase model is employed, with the granular option activated for the powder phase. Mesh motion is enabled to model the propeller rotation at 30 rpm.
Complete CFD Course on Rotary Equipment & Turbomachinery
The global energy transition, the relentless pursuit of mechanical efficiency, and the accelerating complexity of industrial machinery have placed turbomachinery CFD simulation at the absolute center of modern engineering practice. Whether the objective is designing a more efficient centrifugal compressor for a gas processing plant, optimizing a horizontal axis wind turbine for a renewable energy farm, or extending the service life of a centrifugal pump operating under cavitating conditions, the ability to simulate rotating equipment with precision is no longer optional — it is a core professional competency.
MR CFD presents this Complete CFD Course on Rotary Equipment and Turbomachinery, a rigorously structured, production-grade training program encompassing 155+ ANSYS Fluent simulation projects spanning the full spectrum of rotating machinery engineering. As one of the most expansive CFD Training Courses and CFD Complete Courses available for turbomachinery professionals globally, this program delivers structured progression from foundational rotating domain setup to advanced multi-physics simulations involving Fluid-Structure Interaction (FSI), aeroacoustics, cavitation, erosion modeling, and Design of Experiment (DOE)-based optimization. Engineers, researchers, and academic institutions enrolling in this course gain not just theoretical exposure, but verified, deployable simulation workflows grounded in 15 years of MR CFD consulting and engineering expertise.
The Engineering Imperative Behind Rotary Equipment & Turbomachinery CFD Simulation
Turbomachinery represents the mechanical backbone of global energy infrastructure. Gas turbines power aircraft engines and electricity grids. Centrifugal pumps circulate fluids across oil refineries, water treatment plants, and pharmaceutical facilities. Wind turbines — both horizontal axis (HAWT) and vertical axis (VAWT) — convert atmospheric kinetic energy into electrical power at utility scale. Hydraulic turbines such as the Francis turbine, Pelton wheel, and Kaplan hydro turbine extract energy from waterways, forming the cornerstone of renewable hydropower generation.
The engineering challenge inherent to all rotating equipment lies in the extreme complexity of internal flow physics. Phenomena including rotating stall, surge, cavitation, tip leakage vortices, rotor-stator interaction, aeroacoustic noise generation, and blade fatigue under unsteady aerodynamic loading cannot be adequately characterized through analytical methods or simplified experimental approaches alone. Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) using ANSYS Fluent provides the resolution, physical fidelity, and parametric flexibility required to capture these phenomena accurately — enabling engineers to optimize performance, extend equipment life, and reduce development risk before any physical prototype is manufactured.
Industry demand for engineers proficient in rotating machinery ANSYS Fluent simulation is accelerating across energy, aerospace, automotive, marine, and process industries. This course directly addresses that demand with a structured, comprehensive, and immediately applicable training framework.
Technical Core Competencies Developed Through Rotary Equipment CFD Training
This course builds a rigorous, multi-layered turbomachinery CFD simulation skill set. Upon completion, engineers will be proficient across the following technical domains:
Rotating Domain Modeling & Solver Configuration
Moving Reference Frame (MRF) method setup for steady-state turbomachinery analysis
Dynamic mesh and mesh motion configuration for transient rotating simulations
6DOF solver implementation for free-motion turbine studies
Rotor-stator interface definition and sliding mesh methodology
Angular velocity boundary condition specification and frame transformation
Turbulence, Multiphase & Acoustic Physics
k-omega SST turbulence model application for blade boundary layer resolution
Large Eddy Simulation (LES) for high-fidelity aeroacoustic turbomachinery analysis
Ffowcs Williams–Hawkings (FW-H) acoustic model for fan and wind turbine noise prediction
Cavitation modeling using Schnerr-Sauer and Zwart-Gerber-Belamri frameworks
Discrete Phase Model (DPM) for particle-laden flows in rotary dryers and separators
Multiphase mixture model for centrifuge and slurry pump simulations
Fluid-Structure Interaction & Structural Coupling
One-way and two-way FSI methodology for turbine blade deformation and vibration analysis
Aerodynamic loading extraction and structural stress mapping
Quadcopter and drone propeller FSI simulation workflows
Optimization & Validation
Design of Experiment (DOE) setup and response surface generation in ANSYS Fluent
Multi-Objective Genetic Algorithm (MOGA) application for compressor cascade optimization
Response Surface Methodology (RSM) for design space exploration
Paper validation workflows against published experimental and numerical benchmarks
Comprehensive Course Modules & Simulated Engineering Projects
Centrifugal & Axial Pump CFD Simulation Using MRF and Mesh Motion
This module delivers complete training in centrifugal pump CFD simulation using both the Moving Reference Frame (MRF) and mesh motion approaches in ANSYS Fluent. Engineers work through 2D and 3D pump geometries, configuring rotating impeller domains, volute casing interfaces, and outlet pressure boundary conditions. Projects include gear pump (external and internal), lobe pump, diaphragm pump, ram pump, and radial flow pump configurations. The module also addresses slurry flow erosion in centrifugal pumps, applying particle injection and wall erosion models to quantify material loss rates under abrasive operating conditions — a critical concern in mining, dredging, and chemical processing industries.
Gas Turbine Combustion & Performance CFD Analysis
The gas turbine module covers the full thermodynamic and combustion simulation workflow for gas turbine CFD analysis. Projects include multi-stage axial gas turbine performance characterization, gas turbine intake analysis with and without fogging systems, and detailed combustion chamber CFD simulations using diesel fuel, methane-air mixtures, and kerosene flame configurations. The soot formation model is applied to a kerosene-fueled gas turbine combustor, providing engineers with the capability to assess emissions compliance and combustion efficiency — directly applicable to aerospace propulsion and industrial power generation design workflows.
Wind Turbine Aerodynamics & Aeroacoustic CFD Simulation (HAWT & VAWT)
This extensive module addresses both horizontal axis wind turbine (HAWT) and vertical axis wind turbine (VAWT) simulation across multiple methodologies. Engineers simulate Darrieus VAWT configurations using dynamic mesh and 6DOF solvers, compare serrated versus plain airfoil profiles for noise reduction, and analyze duct effects on HAWT aerodynamic performance. The Ffowcs Williams–Hawkings (FW-H) acoustic model is applied for broadband noise investigation, and Fluid-Structure Interaction studies quantify blade deformation and fatigue loading under realistic wind loading conditions. Wind farm wake interaction using series arrangement configurations is also simulated, providing direct applicability to utility-scale wind energy project development.
Hydraulic Turbine CFD Simulation — Francis, Pelton, Kaplan & Archimedes Screw
Hydraulic turbine simulations in this module span the complete range of hydropower technologies. Francis turbine CFD projects examine internal spiral casing flow, runner passage hydraulics, and draft tube performance using MRF and transient mesh motion. Pelton wheel turbine simulations apply free-surface multiphase modeling to characterize jet impingement, bucket filling efficiency, and hydro-abrasive erosion under sediment-laden flow conditions. The Archimedes Screw Turbine (AST), Turgo turbine, bulb turbine, and hydro-kinetic turbine are also simulated, covering the breadth of low-head and micro-hydropower engineering applications increasingly relevant to decentralized energy systems.
Compressor CFD Simulation — Axial, Centrifugal & Multistage Configurations
Compressor simulation training covers axial flow compressor rotor analysis using the NASA Rotor 37 benchmark geometry, centrifugal compressor internal flow characterization, and multistage compressor configurations with 2-rotor and 2-stator row arrangements. Transonic flow phenomena, shock-boundary layer interactions, and compressor cascade optimization using DOE, MOGA, and RSM methodologies are fully covered. These projects provide direct engineering value for aerospace propulsion, gas processing, refrigeration system design, and industrial compressed air system development.
Fan Aerodynamics, Aeroacoustics & Thrust Analysis
Fan simulation projects address ducted fan noise and thrust characterization, ceiling fan sound generation comparing FW-H and wave equation acoustic models, turbojet intake fan acoustic analysis, and VTOL jet engine thrust force generation. Axial flow fan stage aerodynamic performance analysis completes this module, equipping engineers with the skills to design and evaluate industrial ventilation, HVAC, aerospace propulsion, and unmanned aerial vehicle propulsion systems with full aeroacoustic awareness.
Fluid-Structure Interaction (FSI) in Rotating Machinery
The dedicated FSI module for turbomachinery covers one-way and two-way coupling methodologies applied to HAWT wind turbine blade vibration, vertical axis water turbine structural response, and quadcopter propeller FSI analysis. Engineers learn to extract aerodynamic pressure loads from CFD solutions and transfer them to structural solvers, enabling quantification of blade deflection, von Mises stress distribution, and fatigue life estimation. This capability is directly applicable to wind turbine certification, marine propeller design, and UAV structural integrity assessment.
Mixer, Rotary Dryer & Separator CFD Simulation
This module addresses rotating equipment beyond conventional turbomachinery, including six-blade stirring mixer simulations, powder distribution in mixer using transient DPM modeling, side-entry mixing tank analysis at multiple rotational speeds, and Bioreactor agitated by Rushton turbine configurations. Rotary seed dryer and revolving rice dryer projects apply DPM and MRF methods to characterize particle residence time and drying efficiency. Well drilling mud and sand separator simulations complete the module, providing direct applicability to chemical processing, food engineering, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and oil and gas drilling operations.
CFD-Based Optimization of Turbomachinery Using DOE & Genetic Algorithms
This advanced module introduces systematic turbomachinery CFD optimization using ANSYS Fluent’s built-in optimization framework. Engineers implement Design of Experiment (DOE) to sample the design space, construct Response Surface Models (RSM) to approximate objective function behavior, and apply Multi-Objective Genetic Algorithm (MOGA) to identify Pareto-optimal compressor cascade blade geometries. Box-Behnken Design (BBD) is used for experimental plan construction, minimizing computational expense while maximizing design space coverage — a methodology directly transferable to industrial turbomachinery design optimization programs.
Professional Engineering Skills Developed Through Turbomachinery CFD Training
| Skill Category | Specific Competencies Acquired |
|---|---|
| CFD Simulation Skills | MRF setup, dynamic mesh, 6DOF solver, sliding mesh interface, FSI coupling |
| Turbulence Modeling | k-omega SST, LES, Realizable k-epsilon, near-wall treatment |
| Multiphase & Acoustic Physics | Cavitation, DPM, mixture model, FW-H acoustic model, wave equation |
| Combustion & Thermal Analysis | Species transport, combustion modeling, soot formation, rotary heat exchanger |
| Optimization & DOE | DOE, RSM, MOGA, BBD experimental design, design space exploration |
| Validation & Verification | Paper validation against experimental data, benchmark geometry replication |
| Post-Processing | Performance curves, pressure contours, velocity vectors, acoustic spectra, erosion maps |
| Industry Workflows | End-to-end geometry → mesh → solve → report pipeline in ANSYS Fluent |
Real-World Industrial Applications of Rotary Equipment CFD Simulation
The simulation capabilities developed through this course map directly onto high-value engineering challenges across multiple industries:
Renewable Energy: Wind turbine aerodynamic optimization, HAWT/VAWT noise reduction, hydraulic turbine performance enhancement, tidal turbine hydrodynamic analysis
Oil & Gas: Centrifugal pump cavitation and erosion prediction, multistage compressor performance, mud separator simulation, slurry flow erosion assessment
Aerospace & Defense: Gas turbine combustion analysis, turbojet intake fan acoustics, VTOL thrust characterization, quadcopter FSI structural integrity
Power Generation: Multi-stage axial gas turbine efficiency optimization, Francis and Pelton turbine hydraulic performance, Archimedes screw turbine for micro-hydro
Process & Chemical Industry: Mixer and bioreactor agitation efficiency, rotary dryer particle residence time, separator performance under varying feed conditions
HVAC & Ventilation: Axial fan stage performance, ducted fan noise characterization, ceiling fan aeroacoustic optimization
Marine & Hydraulics: Boat propeller thrust analysis, water turbine FSI, tidal and hydro-kinetic turbine hydrodynamic performance
Who Should Enroll in This Complete Turbomachinery CFD Course
This course is engineered to deliver value across a broad spectrum of professional and academic profiles:
Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering Students: Build industry-ready turbomachinery CFD simulation skills before entering the job market, with a portfolio of 155+ verified ANSYS Fluent projects
PhD Researchers & Academic Staff: Access pre-validated simulation frameworks for turbine, pump, and compressor research; deploy structured tutorials as curriculum-ready teaching materials
Industry CFD Engineers: Rapidly expand rotating machinery simulation capability across gas turbines, hydraulic turbines, compressors, and fans with production-grade project workflows
Engineering Managers & Technical Directors: Equip entire engineering teams with standardized, verifiable rotary equipment CFD capability, eliminating inconsistent onboarding and reducing external training expenditure
Simulation Specialists Transitioning to Turbomachinery: Leverage structured, physics-rich projects to develop domain-specific competency in rotating machinery ANSYS Fluent simulation efficiently
Engineering Progression Path: From Rotating Domain Fundamentals to Advanced Turbomachinery CFD
This course is structured to support engineers at every stage of their CFD simulation development:
| Level | Focus Areas | Recommended Next Steps |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner | MRF setup, basic pump and fan simulation, steady-state rotating domain | Intermediate turbine and compressor modules |
| Intermediate | Transient mesh motion, cavitation, multiphase rotating flow, FSI one-way coupling | Advanced gas turbine combustion, DOE optimization |
| Advanced | Two-way FSI, aeroacoustic LES, MOGA optimization, paper validation | Related Courses in combustion CFD, multiphase flow, or structural simulation |
Engineers who complete this turbomachinery training are well-positioned to pursue advanced specializations in gas turbine combustion CFD, renewable energy hydrodynamics, compressor aerodynamic design, or FSI-based structural fatigue analysis. Exploring MR CFD’s full library of Related Courses provides a clear, structured pathway for continued simulation mastery across adjacent engineering disciplines.
Enroll Now and Build Verified Turbomachinery CFD Simulation Expertise
The demand for engineers who can simulate, analyze, and optimize rotary equipment and turbomachinery with precision and confidence is accelerating across every energy-intensive industry on the planet. This Complete CFD Course on Rotary Equipment and Turbomachinery from MR CFD provides the most comprehensive, technically rigorous, and industrially validated training pathway available for ANSYS Fluent turbomachinery simulation.
With 155+ pre-simulated projects, structured progression from beginner to advanced, dedicated coverage of FSI, aeroacoustics, cavitation, combustion, and CFD-based optimization, and the full support infrastructure of MR CFD’s expert team, this course is the definitive investment for engineers who are serious about rotating machinery simulation mastery.
Enroll today. Build the turbomachinery CFD simulation competency that industry demands — and that your engineering career requires.