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Ansys CFX

This software was found in 354 unique locations in 48 countries, where it was mentioned from 2006 until recently.

  • Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software
locations where this software was found
354
countries where the software is used
48
related research fields
123
first year this software was mentioned
2006

About Ansys CFX

It is a commercial computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software package used to predict fluid flow and heat transfer. The software is suitable for a range of applications, including industrial product design, environmental and process engineering, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive engineering. It uses advanced numerical methods and algorithms to simulate the physical behavior of fluids, taking into account the properties of the materials involved in the system. For example, it can be used to optimise designs, investigate performance, and reduce emissions.

Usage over time

Mentions per year, 2006–2020

2020 has the most mentions so far.

Research fields

123 related research fields

Ansys CFX is used by scientists in research fields such as Mechanical Engineering, Energy Engineering and Power Technology, Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment, Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Modeling and Simulation.

  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Energy Engineering and Power Technology
  • Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Modeling and Simulation
  • Engineering (miscellaneous)
  • Energy (miscellaneous)
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Control and Optimization
  • Process Chemistry and Technology
  • Computer Science Applications
  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Bioengineering
  • Fluid Flow and Transfer Processes
  • General Medicine
  • General Engineering
  • Biotechnology
  • Mechanics of Materials
  • Chemical Engineering (miscellaneous)
  • General Physics and Astronomy
  • General Materials Science
  • Biochemistry
  • Nuclear Energy and Engineering
  • Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Control and Systems Engineering
  • Instrumentation
  • Biophysics
  • Applied Mathematics
  • Water Science and Technology
  • + 93 more

Organisations using this software

The software was found at 354 locations in 48 countries.

354 locations in 48 countries
OrganisationInstrumentCityCountry
Università degli Studi ROMA TRE
Ansys CFXRomeItaly
Université Paris-Saclay
Ansys CFXGif-sur-YvetteFrance
University of Sydney
Ansys CFXSydneyAustralia
Tribhuvan University
Ansys CFXPātanNepal
University of Cologne
Ansys CFXKölnGermany
Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences)
Ansys CFXJinanChina
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Research that uses Ansys CFX

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Numerical Investigation into the effects of obstacles on heavy gas dispersions in the atomsphere

Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) approach is applied to investigate heavy gas dispersion in the atmosphere, under the action of wind. Because of the effect of buoyancy, steady double peaks of the heavy gas concentrations in the downstream area are observed from the numerical results. The double peaks of the concentrations are a special pattern of heavy gas dispersion, which cannot be found in the neutral gas dispersions. Four types of obstacles are placed behind the leakage source to study the influences of these obstacles to the heavy gas dispersions. The numerical results show the detailed shapes and other contents of the heavy clouds under the obstacles.

Abdullah Alakalabi, Weiming Liu. E3S Web of Conferences, 128, 09002, 2019.

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Identification of the liquid mass fraction content in the wet steam

The experimental research, initiated at the Institute of Power Engineering and Turbomachinery of the Silesian University of Technology at the end of the last century, created an opportunity to supplement knowledge about the phenomenon of steam flow with condensation, tested by numerical fluid mechanics by IMiUE employees. In parallel with the numerical work, significant progress has been made in experimental studies on thflow of wet steam. Recently, measuring techniques based on recording the phenomenon of extinction of light have been elaborated or improved. The basic value determined in the final stage in the experimental way was the contentof the liquid phase defined as the wetness fraction. The methodology of tests and experimental investigations was presented, as well as the applied and developed measurement systems. Next, some developed designs of X probe and their modifications are described. Article present also some examples of applications of the developed measurement techniques in application to experimental research conducted on wet steam in the IMiUE. Examples of comparison between experimental and numerical tests are also provided.

Mirosław Majkut, Slawomłr Dykas, Krystian Smołka, Michał Strozik. E3S Web of Conferences, 137, 01003, 2019.

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Design and CFD Analysis of a Radial-Inflow Turbine for Small Scale ORC Applications

In recent years, Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) technology has received growing interests, thanks to its high flexibility and to the capability to exploit energy sources at temperature levels difficult to be approached with conventional power cycles. These features allow exploiting renewable and renewable-equivalent energy sources, by either improving the energy conversion efficiency of existing plants or using waste heat from industrial process. As far as the expander is concerned, a high potential solution is represented by turbo-expanders, which allow reduction of plant clutter and complexity, so enhancing the potential impact on the diffusion of small power ORC-based plants. The present work concerns the design of a RadialInflow Turbine for a bottoming Organic Rankine Cycle in the tens of kW scale. Design boundary conditions are retrieved by a zero-dimensional model of a solar-assisted micro gas turbine in cogenerating mode. The design process is started by means of an in-house mean-line design code accounting for real gas properties. The code is used to carry out parametric analyses to investigate the design space for several working fluids encompassing different classes, namely refrigerants and siloxanes. The program is used to assess the effect of design variables and working fluid on the turbine performance and turbine design characteristics. Subsequently, the most promising design candidates are selected and three-dimensional first guess stator and rotor geometries are built on these preliminary designs. Stationary and rotating passages are then meshed and analyzed by means of RANS CFD based solution of the stator – rotor interaction.

Alessandro Cappiello, Raffaele Tuccillo. E3S Web of Conferences, 197, 11005, 2020.

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A novel technique for hypersonic vehicle control

A novel control technique is investigated for hypersonic aerial vehicles. The technique is based on the use of active shock bumps (SBs) as a form of control device. The SBs deflect to create shockwaves on–demand, at specific locations around the aerial vehicle. As a result, a force is applied on the aerial vehicle, which in turn is used to provide the necessary moment for pitch and roll manoeuvres. In this work, a preliminary aerodynamic analysis of the SB device technique is made by means of CFD. For this purpose, and taking the large corresponding Reynolds numbers of the flow into consideration, the two–dimensional Euler equations are solved. A parametric investigation is carried out, by examining the effect of key parameters, namely the Mach number (M) and device deflection angle (δSB) on the produced force acting on the vehicle, serving as a proof of concept. Using a specific interpolation method, the resultant force is presented as a function of the Mach number and the device deflection angle, on three–dimensional charts, where the effect of each parameter is shown (force–Mach–deflection maps). Furthermore, a preliminary feasibility study is performed, including a kinematic analysis and some key material considerations. Additionally, a kinetic analysis is also conducted to secure the dynamic rigidity of the actuating mechanism and provide an initial estimation concerning weight and basic geometrical parameters of the SB mechanism components.

Dimitrios Mitridis, Chris Bliamis, Pericles Panagiotou, Kyros Yakinthos. MATEC Web of Conferences, 304, 02008, 2019.

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Electrically actuated valves for gas compression installations located in potentially explosive atmospheres

Using electric energy in a potentially explosive atmosphere raises several problems that must be solved when designing, manufacturing and during the operation of electric equipment. Their approach requires special attention, considering the multiple technical, economical and labour safety aspects. The ingress protection for the electrical part of the valves is ensured by the capsulation assembly, comprising the protection measures applied for preventing the ignition of the surrounding atmosphere. The labyrinth seal through which the gas flow passes is designed so as to confine a potential ignition inside actuator’s flameproof enclosure. Numerical simulations were conducted for determining the combustion behaviour and the optimum width and geometry of the labyrinth canals.

Cristian Nechifor, Claudia Borzea, Iulian Vlăducă, Ion Mălăel, Filip Niculescu. MATEC Web of Conferences, 305, 00027, 2020.

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Computational Analysis on Numerical Simulation of Internal Flow Physics for Pump as Turbine in Renewable Small Hydro Energy Generation

Energy contributes significantly in almost all aspects of human life as well as economic activities and plays a crucial role in the infrastructural development of a county to alleviate poverty. Generating energy from a renewable source such as small hydropower through the application of pump operating as a turbine mode called Pump as Turbine is one of the best alternatives to provide clean and inexpensive energy. Using Pump as Turbine helps in generating reasonably priced hydroelectric power for communities in underdeveloped counties. This study investigates the effects of internal flow behaviour and performance of Pump as Turbine under different rotational speed and flow rate. The rotational speed is an essential physical parameter as it affects the Pump as Turbine operation. A model-specific speed centrifugal pump model with head 32 (m), flow rate of 12.5 (m3/h) and the rotational speed of 2900 rpm, has been selected for the study. Numerical simulations have been conducted using the k-ω turbulence model to solve three-dimensional (3D) equations. The pump mode experimental data were used to confirm the results for better analysis. The results predicted that vortex and turbulent kinetic energy increase per rotational speed increase. Also, at the higher rotational speed, very high recirculation of flow is detected at the blade suction chamber, although the pressure side has a smooth flow. This study provides beneficial information which will serve as a reference to help improve PAT performance along with selecting PAT for a small hydropower site. Future works will consider the impact of blade thickness and cavitation in Pump as Turbine.

Du Jianguo, Daniel Adu, Emmanuel Acheaw, Shakir Hafeez, Eric Ofosu Antw. Complexity, 2020, 1-10, 2020.

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Influence of Different Lateral Bending Angles on the Flow Pattern of Pumping Station Lateral Inflow

A model of the pumping station lateral inflow forebay was established to explore the influence of different lateral bending angles of the pumping station lateral inflow. The lateral bending angles were set at 45° and 60°, and the two schemes were calculated separately. Analyzing the results of the numerical simulation showed that the flow patterns of the diversion passages of different schemes were good, but the advancing mainstream of the 1# inlet passage near the sidewall was seriously deviated after entering the forebay. Most of the water can flow smoothly into the inlet passage, while a small part of the water flowed into the sidewall and formed a backflow, resulting in a large-scale backflow zone near the left sidewall of the forebay. Moreover, the flow in the backflow zone was turbulent, which affected the water inlet conditions of the 1# water flow passage. Comparing the water inlet conditions of the water passage with the numerical simulation results of 45° and 60° bending angles showed that the larger the lateral bending angle of the forebay was, the worse the flow pattern of the water flow, and the more unfavorable the pump operation.

Jiren Zhou, Miaomiao Zhao, Chuan Wang, Zhenjun Gao. Shock and Vibration, 2021, 1-9, 2021.

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