Examples#

Step-by-step walkthroughs for common CFD applications using Gradient Dynamics Studio. Each example covers the complete workflow from geometry upload through results analysis.

External Aerodynamics#

Vehicle Aerodynamics#

Simulate airflow around a car at highway speed. Calculate drag and lift coefficients, visualize pressure distribution and wake structure.

Aircraft Wing#

Analyze an aircraft wing section. Compute lift and drag, visualize pressure coefficient on upper and lower surfaces, examine tip vortex structure.

Internal Flow#

Pipe Flow#

Simulate turbulent flow through a pipe with bends. Analyze pressure drop, velocity profiles, and secondary flow patterns.

Electronics Cooling#

Model airflow through an electronics enclosure. Identify hot spots, evaluate cooling effectiveness, and optimize heat sink placement.

Rotating Machinery#

Fan / Pump#

Simulate a rotating fan or pump impeller using the Multiple Reference Frame (MRF) approach. Analyze performance curves and flow patterns.

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Analyze drag on a vehicle

Vehicle Aerodynamics

Study wing performance

Aircraft Wing

Calculate pipe pressure drop

Pipe Flow

Evaluate cooling design

Electronics Cooling

Simulate a fan or pump

Fan/Pump