Introduction
Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) has become an indispensable tool in the design and analysis of turbomachinery. Turbomachinery plays a crucial role in various industries such as aerospace, automotive, power generation, and marine propulsion. The performance of turbomachinery is highly dependent on the fluid dynamics within the components, making CFD an essential tool for optimizing their design and performance.
This thesis aims to investigate the application of CFD in turbomachinery to improve efficiency, performance, and reliability. The study will focus on the simulation of fluid flow within turbomachinery components such as turbines, compressors, and pumps. By analyzing the flow behavior using CFD simulations, insights can be gained into the aerodynamics, heat transfer, and structural integrity of turbomachinery.
Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Background of study
1.3 Problem Statement
1.4 Objective of study
1.5 Limitation of study
1.6 Scope of study
1.7 Significance of study
1.8 Structure of the Thesis
1.9 Definition of terms
Chapter 2: Literature Review
2.1 Overview of turbomachinery
2.2 Fundamentals of fluid dynamics
2.3 Importance of CFD in turbomachinery
2.4 Previous studies on CFD in turbomachinery
2.5 Turbulence modeling in CFD simulations
2.6 Mesh generation techniques
2.7 Validation and verification of CFD simulations
2.8 Optimization methods in turbomachinery design
2.9 CFD software for turbomachinery analysis
2.10 Future trends in CFD for turbomachinery
Chapter 3: Research Methodology
3.1 Selection of turbomachinery components
3.2 Geometry modeling and mesh generation
3.3 Boundary conditions and simulation settings
3.4 Turbulence modeling approach
3.5 Numerical methods for CFD simulations
3.6 Validation of CFD results
3.7 Sensitivity analysis and optimization
3.8 Uncertainty quantification in CFD simulations
Chapter 4: Discussion of Findings
4.1 Analysis of flow behavior in turbomachinery
4.2 Effect of geometry modifications on performance
4.3 Heat transfer characteristics in turbomachinery
4.4 Structural analysis of turbomachinery components
4.5 Comparison of CFD results with experimental data
4.6 Optimization of turbomachinery design
4.7 Case studies on real-world turbomachinery applications
4.8 Future research directions in CFD for turbomachinery
Chapter 5: Conclusion and Summary
5.1 Summary of key findings
5.2 Contributions to the field of turbomachinery design
5.3 Implications for industry and research
5.4 Recommendations for future studies
5.5 Conclusion
Thesis Overview
The use of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) in the analysis and design of turbomachinery has gained significant importance in recent years. Turbomachinery, which includes components such as turbines, compressors, and pumps, plays a critical role in various industries such as aerospace, automotive, power generation, and marine propulsion. Understanding the fluid dynamics within these components is essential for optimizing their performance, efficiency, and reliability.
This thesis aims to explore the application of CFD in turbomachinery and its potential for improving design and analysis processes. The study will focus on the simulation of fluid flow within turbomachinery components using CFD techniques. By analyzing the aerodynamics, heat transfer, and structural integrity of turbomachinery components through CFD simulations, insights can be gained into their performance characteristics.
The thesis is structured into five chapters, starting with an introduction that provides background information on the study, states the problem statement, objectives, limitations, scope, significance, and defines key terms. The literature review chapter discusses the fundamentals of turbomachinery, fluid dynamics, the importance of CFD, previous studies, turbulence modeling, mesh generation, validation, optimization, and future trends.
The research methodology chapter outlines the approach taken in selecting turbomachinery components, modeling geometry, setting boundary conditions, selecting turbulence models, numerical methods, validation techniques, sensitivity analysis, and uncertainty quantification. The discussion of findings chapter presents the analysis of flow behavior, geometry modifications, heat transfer characteristics, structural analysis, validation, optimization, and case studies.
Finally, the conclusion and summary chapter summarizes the key findings, contributions, implications, recommendations, and concludes the thesis. By exploring the application of CFD in turbomachinery, this study aims to contribute to the advancement of turbomachinery design and analysis processes, leading to improved performance and efficiency in various industrial applications.
