AERO30052 10 Semester 2 Undergraduate Level 3 Timothy Craft Unit coordinator 1 FHEQ level (Framework for Higher Education Qualifications) ' Last part of a Bachelors ' European Credit Transfer & Accumulation System Rating : 5.0 <p>The students are introduced to the mathematical formulations of (1) linear elastic (structural), and (2) fluid flow (CFD) problems and their implementation into numerical schemes. Particular emphasis is placed on the Finite Element and Finite Volume Methods and the associated modelling strategies. Two detailed project exercises are carried out to support the course and highlight the importance of numerical simulations as an important, indeed, essential aid in engineering design.<br/><br/>&nbsp;</p> <p>The students are introduced to the mathematical formulations of (1) linear elastic (structural), and (2) fluid flow (CFD) problems and their implementation into numerical schemes. Particular emphasis is placed on the Finite Element and Finite Volume Methods and the associated modelling strategies. Two detailed project exercises are carried out to support the course and highlight the importance of numerical simulations as an important, indeed, essential aid in engineering design.</p> The principal aim of this course is to introduce students to the principles and procedures involved in the numerical modelling of problems in linear elasticity and in fluid flow and heat transfer. <div> <p>The Finite Element Method, as applied to structural problems, includes: formulations and setting up of system equations for one-, two-, and three-dimensional elasticity problems, their assembly, solution, and post-processing. The associated project requires the analysis of a plate with central hole using ABAQUS: studying the effect of element type, element density on computed values of deflections and stresses; convergent curves; stress discontinuities.</p><p>Application of the Finite Volume Method is concerned with the governing equations of thermo-fluids and numerical discretization of those transport equations; there is a brief treatment of turbulence modelling. The project involves turbulent flow and heat transfer in a mixing elbow. CFD solution and post-processing is undertaken using the ANSYS-FLUENT package.</p></div> <p>&nbsp;</p> 1 Written exam 80% 3 Report 20% <p>Coursework feedback on two simulation laboratories is provided individually on the marked reports. Collective feedback is also given during the lecture period when marked reports are handed back.</p> AERO30052 Modelling & Simulation 3 Pre-Requisite Compulsory BEng(Hons) Aerospace Engineeri BEng(Hons) Aerospace Engineeri Third Year Optional BEng(Hons) Mechanical Engineer BEng(Hons) Mechanical Engineer Third Year Optional MEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineer MEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineer Third Year Optional MEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineer MEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineer Third Year Optional MEng (Hons) Mech w Ind Exp MEng (Hons) Mechanical Enginee Third Year Optional MEng (Hons) Mechanical Enginee MEng (Hons) Mechanical Enginee Third Year Optional BEng (Hons) Mech Eng (Nuc Eng) BEng (Hons) Mech Eng (Nuc Eng) Third Year Mandatory MEng (Hons) Mech Eng (Nuc Eng) MEng (Hons) Mech Eng (Nuc Eng) Third Year Mandatory N Lectures 24 Practical classes & workshops 6 0 70