Wind Tower CFD Simulation

Explore the principles of passive cooling and natural ventilation with this ANSYS Fluent CFD simulation tutorial on 2-D Wind Towers. This module delves into the aerodynamics and heat transfer mechanisms of traditional wind catcher systems, an ancient yet effective method for natural ventilation in buildings.

Key aspects covered: • Understanding the pre-configured 2-D wind tower model • Analyzing airflow patterns in and around wind tower structures • Implementing appropriate boundary conditions for wind and thermal simulations • Configuring ANSYS Fluent for coupled fluid flow and heat transfer analysis • Investigating velocity profiles and temperature distributions in the ventilated space • Evaluating the impact of wind speed and direction on ventilation performance • Interpreting results to understand the effectiveness of wind towers in natural cooling

Through guided simulations using pre-set models, you’ll gain insights into how wind towers facilitate natural ventilation and passive cooling. This tutorial provides skills to analyze the performance of wind tower systems in various environmental conditions.

By the end of this module, you’ll understand how CFD can be used to evaluate the behavior of wind towers in promoting natural air circulation and heat removal. This knowledge is valuable for architects, building engineers, and sustainability specialists interested in passive cooling strategies and energy-efficient building design.