12.4.1 - Utilization of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
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What defines a boundary layer in fluid dynamics?
💡 Hint: Think about how fluid velocity behaves near solid surfaces.
What is CFD?
💡 Hint: Recall what tools help in analyzing fluid flow.
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What is a boundary layer?
💡 Hint: Think about how velocity changes near surfaces.
CFD stands for what?
💡 Hint: Recall what CFD implies in engineering.
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A car is designed with a streamlined body to reduce drag. Using the principles of boundary layers, explain how CFD could help in optimizing this design.
💡 Hint: Consider the interplay between velocity and shape in design.
Discuss how the characteristics of laminar and turbulent flows might affect the applications of CFD in different engineering scenarios.
💡 Hint: Think about the implications of flow types in real-life engineering challenges.
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