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Computational Fluid Dynamics Case Studies

CFD Simulation Project Examples

Representative computational fluid dynamics projects for flow distribution, pressure drop, heat transfer, cooling, ventilation and fluid-structure engineering problems.

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thermal, ventilation and coupled studies

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CFD examples organized by engineering problem type.

These projects show how FEAmax supports flow-path review, pressure-drop evaluation, thermal management, ventilation studies, pump and valve analysis, and coupled CFD-FEA decisions.

Project descriptions and images are presented at a representative level. Client names and proprietary details are omitted or generalized where required.

9 Project Examples

Flow and Pressure Drop Analysis

Steady-state flow examples for ducts, tubes, towers, aircraft flow, filters, reactors and valve systems.

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CFD analysis on city water filter system
Water filterFlow distributionPressure drop

CFD Analysis on City Water Filter System

CFD study of a city water filter system to review flow distribution, local velocity and pressure loss through the system.

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  • CFD Steady Flow Analysis on DuctsDuctsAirflowPressure drop
  • CFD Steady Flow Analysis on Air TubeAir tubeInternal flowVelocity
  • CFD Flow Analysis on Water ReactorWater reactorLiquid flowFlow path
  • CFD Flow Analysis on Mixing TubeMixing tubeFlow mixingVelocity
  • CFD Steady Flow Analysis on Ball ValveBall valvePressure dropInternal flow
  • CFD Steady Flow Analysis on Air ValveAir valveFlow pathPressure

8 Project Examples

Thermal and Cooling Analysis

Heat transfer and cooling examples for electronics, lamps, buildings, cable systems, housings and industrial equipment.

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CFD thermal analysis on LED lamp
ThermalLED lampCooling

CFD Thermal Analysis on LED Lamp

Thermal CFD review for an LED lamp to evaluate temperature distribution, cooling behavior and potential overheating areas.

CFD thermal analysis on pipe structure
ThermalPipe structureCooling

CFD Thermal Analysis on Pipe Structure

Thermal analysis on a pipe structure to review temperature field, heat transfer and cooling-system performance.

CFD and FEA analysis of micro channel
Micro channelTransient thermalCFD + FEA

CFD & FEA Analysis of Micro Channel

Transient thermal-fluid review of a micro-channel design to evaluate heat transfer behavior and coupled engineering response.

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  • CFD Thermal Analysis on Building StructureBuildingThermalAirflow
  • CFD Thermal Analysis on Catalytic OxidizerCatalytic oxidizerThermalProcess equipment
  • CFD Thermal Analysis on Chip DevicesChip deviceElectronics coolingThermal
  • CFD Thermal Analysis on Cable Bus SystemCable busThermalElectrical equipment
  • CFD Thermal Analysis on SBC HousingHousingThermalCooling

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Ventilation and Airflow Studies

Airflow and ventilation examples for controlled indoor spaces where flow direction and exhaust effectiveness affect performance.

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CFD ventilation analysis on indoor firing range
VentilationIndoor airflowAir quality

CFD Analysis on Indoor Firing Range

Ventilation CFD study for an indoor firing range to review airflow direction, contaminant removal path and ventilation effectiveness.

3 Project Examples

Pumps, Valves and Equipment

CFD examples for pumps, valves, impellers, rotating equipment and process equipment where flow performance affects design decisions.

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CFD transient analysis on gas pump
Gas pumpTransientFlow performance

CFD Transient Analysis on Gas Pump

Transient CFD study for a gas pump to evaluate time-dependent flow behavior and system performance during operation.

FEA and CFD analysis of impeller pump
Impeller pumpCFD + FEARotating equipment

FEA & CFD Analysis of Impeller Pump

Combined CFD and FEA analysis for an impeller pump to evaluate flow performance and related structural loading.

CFD steady analysis on water pump
Water pumpSteady flowPressure

CFD Steady Analysis on Water Pump

Water pump CFD analysis to evaluate internal flow behavior, pressure distribution and pump performance indicators.

5 Project Examples

CFD + FEA and Specialty Analysis

Coupled CFD-FEA, erosion and specialized fluid analysis examples where flow behavior is connected to structural or product risk.

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CFD and FEA analysis of fan blade
CFD + FEAFan bladeRotating equipment

CFD & FEA Analysis of Fan Blade

Flow and structural analysis for a fan blade to review aerodynamic loading, stress behavior and design risk areas.

CFD and FEA analysis of jet assembly
CFD + FEAJet assemblyPressure

CFD & FEA Analysis of Jet Assembly

Coupled analysis of a jet assembly to evaluate flow pattern, pressure loading and related structural response.

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  • CFD Erosion Analysis on Oil-Gas PipeErosionOil-gas pipeFlow risk
  • CFD Analysis on Electrochemical ReactorReactorPorous mediaFlow distribution

How FEAmax Supports Similar Projects

From boundary conditions to useful CFD results.

  1. 01

    Review CAD geometry, flow paths, fluid properties and operating conditions

  2. 02

    Define inlet, outlet, pressure, temperature and thermal boundary conditions

  3. 03

    Run CFD simulations and review velocity, pressure, temperature and streamline plots

  4. 04

    Summarize flow issues, thermal risks and practical design recommendations

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