Fundamental Concepts of Computational Fluid Dynamics with MATLAB CFD Case Studies

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) is a discipline that studies fluid motion and heat transfer phenomena, involving numerical computation, numerical methods, computer programming, and multiple other aspects. Conducting CFD case analysis using MATLAB enables better understanding and mastery of fundamental CFD concepts. During case analysis, we learn how to implement numerical methods for simulation and perform result analysis and interpretation. The implementation typically involves discretization techniques like finite difference or finite volume methods, where key MATLAB functions such as meshgrid(), diff(), and pdepe() are utilized for spatial discretization and solving partial differential equations. Additionally, we can explore various CFD application domains including aerodynamics, meteorology, and environmental engineering. Through these practical examples, we gain deeper insights into CFD基本原理和应用 while establishing a solid foundation for future research endeavors. The code implementation often includes velocity and pressure field calculations using iterative solvers, turbulence modeling with k-epsilon or RANS approaches, and visualization of flow patterns using quiver() and contour() functions for comprehensive result analysis.