Have you ever wondered how to set up a simulation that involves interactions between a fluid and a structure? Well, it's time to call off the search...
As part of the R2024x FD02 user assistance, SIMULIA R&D created a 3DEXPERIENCE example that illustrates how to set up a sequential fluid-structure interaction (FSI) simulation. FSI is a multiphysics event in which a fluid flow exerts pressure or thermal loads on a structure, which deforms the structure enough to affect the fluid flow. In this example, you import a simple model (that is, a slender baffle that is clamped at its base) and immerse it in a uniform, free-stream channel flow. The fluid that flows around the baffle causes deformation of the baffle that, in turn, affects the behavior of the fluid flow. This example illustrates a loosely coupled FSI problem that uses just three sequential simulations, although detailed FSI analyses can include many more sequential simulations to improve accuracy.
To complete this example yourself, you must have access to the Fluid Scenario Creation and Mechanical Scenario Creation apps. After you have access to these apps, see Fluid-Structure Interaction between Airflow and a Baffle to get started.
Thank you to @GT, @JA, and @HCfor their effort in making this example come to life.
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