The Effects of Finite Difference Schemes on the Accuracy and Stability of CFD Models
Faculty Mentor Name
Wally Morris II
Format Preference
Oral Presentation
Abstract
A research project is currently being conducted to study the effects of artificially ionized air on aircraft drag. Computational fluid dynamics plays a large part in this research. Without appropriate attention given to accuracy, stability, and computational-cost, the data gained from these computer models could lead researchers astray. There is a code being used for the current wing geometry that has yet to be tested for accuracy in predicting flow fields about the aircraft. This research proposes to determine whether the code’s current solver scheme or some alternative is the optimal method to use. These results will be compared with experimental data where available. The goal of this study is to reduce the error in computations from the code, leading to improved results for the research team to base its research decision on.
Arizona Space Grant Award
Location
AC1-118
Start Date
4-10-2015 11:45 AM
End Date
4-10-2015 12:00 PM
The Effects of Finite Difference Schemes on the Accuracy and Stability of CFD Models
AC1-118
A research project is currently being conducted to study the effects of artificially ionized air on aircraft drag. Computational fluid dynamics plays a large part in this research. Without appropriate attention given to accuracy, stability, and computational-cost, the data gained from these computer models could lead researchers astray. There is a code being used for the current wing geometry that has yet to be tested for accuracy in predicting flow fields about the aircraft. This research proposes to determine whether the code’s current solver scheme or some alternative is the optimal method to use. These results will be compared with experimental data where available. The goal of this study is to reduce the error in computations from the code, leading to improved results for the research team to base its research decision on.
Arizona Space Grant Award