1.1 - What is Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)?
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What does CFD stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about the field concerned with fluids.
What is discretization in CFD?
💡 Hint: It helps in making complex equations simpler.
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What does CFD primarily focus on?
💡 Hint: Think about its name's focus on fluids.
True or False: Discretization is the process of creating a mesh in CFD.
💡 Hint: Recall how complex problems are simplified.
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Discuss how CFD can be used to optimize the design of a radiator in an automotive cooling system. What specific CFD techniques might be involved?
💡 Hint: Consider how fluid dynamics principles relate to heat exchanges.
Explain the potential consequences of improperly set boundary conditions in a CFD simulation.
💡 Hint: Think about how boundary behavior impacts overall fluid dynamics.
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