2.5.2.1.3 - Finite Volume Method
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Define what a control volume is in the context of FVM.
💡 Hint: Think about how FVM divides the flow field.
What does FVM stand for?
💡 Hint: Consider the method's continuous-to-discrete approach.
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What does FVM stand for?
💡 Hint: Remember the context of fluid dynamics.
True or False: FVM can only be applied to incompressible flows.
💡 Hint: Think about the versatility of the method.
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Consider a turbulent flow scenario. Describe how you would set up a computational model using FVM, detailing each step from domain definition to post-processing.
💡 Hint: Remember to reference conservation principles at each step.
Explain the impact of grid size on the accuracy of FVM solutions. What challenges arise when the grid is too coarse?
💡 Hint: Think about how detail impacts representation in modeling.
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