Fluid mechanics
Understanding MRF: Rotating Physics on a Stationary Mesh
Read & explore →: Understanding MRF: Rotating Physics on a Stationary MeshIntroduction A rotating machine transfers energy between a rotor and a fluid. To simulate that process, we need a model that accounts for rotation. The Multiple Reference Frame approach, or…
OpenFOAM MRF Turbomachinery: From Setup to Flow Analysis
Read & explore →: OpenFOAM MRF Turbomachinery: From Setup to Flow AnalysisBuild your first turbomachinery CFD workflow with OpenFOAM. Understand the MRF approach, inspect the mesh, run the case, visualize the flow in ParaView, and assess the reliability of your results.
Fluid mechanics, from first principles
Read & explore →: Fluid mechanics, from first principlesThree focused lessons to connect boundary conditions, conservation laws, and a classical flow solution.
01 · What happens at the wall?
Read & explore →: 01 · What happens at the wall?Distinguish the wall velocity from the velocity gradient, and see why the difference matters.
02 · Follow the mass
Read & explore →: 02 · Follow the massUse area-averaged velocity to connect continuity, flow rate, and useful model checks.
03 · Why a parabola appears
Read & explore →: 03 · Why a parabola appearsAdjust pressure drop, viscosity, radius, and length, then inspect the calculated velocity and flow rate.
The laminar pipe-flow lab
Read & explore →: The laminar pipe-flow labAn interactive analytical example with transparent assumptions, calculated results, and a readable data table.