Introduction to CFD using OpenFOAM and Python

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Duration

12 Weeks

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Medium of instructions English
Mode of learning Self study
Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based

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The syllabus

Week 01-Introduction to CFD (Definition, Process, Advantages)

  • In this week the following topics are covered
  • Introduction to CFD
  • Introduction to PDE
  • Introduction to Navier Stokes Equation

Week 02-Numerical Solution to NS Equation

  • In this week. the following topics are covered
  • Discretization Techniques
  • Order of Accuracy
  • Finite Difference Method
  • Iterative Solvers

Week 03-Introduction to Python

  • In this week, the following topics are covered
  • Introduction to Python
  • Data types and Memory model
  • Condition and Loops
  • Packages
  • 2D Heat Conduction Equation
  • FDM Solution of 2D Heat Conduction Equation

Week 04-Finite Volume Method

  • In this week, the following topics are covered
  • Finite Volume Method
  • Linear Convection Equation
  • Numerical Stability and convergence

Week 05-1D Nonlinear convection equation

  • In this week, the following topics are covered
  • 1D Non-Linear Convection Equation
  • Theory and Numerical Analysis
  • Neumann Stability Analysis
  • Numerical Dissipation and Dispersion
  • High-Resolution Scheme

Week 06-Discretization of Euler Equation

  • In this week, the following topics are covered
  • Compressible Euler Equation
  • Implicit and Explicit Discretization
  • Flux Estimation
  • Boundary Conditions
  • OpenFOAM Installation
  • Testing OpenFOAM
  • Folder Structure

Week 07-Solving 1D Supersonic Nozzle Flow using AUSM Method

  • In this week, the following topics are covered
  • Quasi 1D Euler Equation
  • FVM Discretization of Euler Equation
  • Quasi 1D CD Nozzle
  • Inviscid Solution for 1D CD Nozzle
  • OpenFOAM Solution for Quasi 1D CD Nozzle

Week 08-Solving Backward Facing Steps using OpenFOAM

  • In this week, the following topics are covered
  • Backwards Facing Step-Problem Statement
  • OpenFOAM Solution
  • Solver Setup and Schemes
  • Boundary Condition
  • Turbulence Models
  • Post-process Results
  • OpenFOAM Post-process
  • Paraview Post-process
  • Study the impact of scheme and turbulence
  • Linear, Upwind, and Limited Linear Schemes
  • Wall Function and Turbulence Model

Week 09-Introduction to OpenFOAM Capabilities

  • In this week, the following topics are covered
  • OpenFOAM capabilities
  • Solvers
  • Schemes
  • Models
  • Utilities
  • Pressure Based Solvers
  • Pressure Equation
  • SIMPLE and PISO Algorithm
  • Checkerboard Problem
  • 2D Lid-Driven problem

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