Fluentboundary.ppt

Boundary Conditions Defining Boundary Conditions To define a problem that results in a unique solution, you must specify information on the dependent (flow) variables at the domain boundaries. Specifying fluxes of mass, momentum, energy, etc. into domain. Defining boundary conditions involves: identifying the location of the boundaries (e.g., inlets, walls, symmetry) supplying information at the boundaries The data required at a boundary depends upon the boundary condition type and the physical models employed. You must be aware of the information that is required of the boundary condition and locate the boundaries where the information on the flow variables are known or can be reasonably approximated. Poorly defined boundary conditions can have a significant impact on your solution. Locating Boundaries: Example Three possible approaches in locating inlet boundaries: 1. Upstream of manifold Can use uniform profile Properly accounts for mixing Non-premixed reaction models Requires more cells 2. Nozzle inlet plane Non-premixed reaction models Requires accurate profile data 3. Nozzle outlet plane Premixed reaction model Requires accurate profile General Guidelines General guidelines: If possible, select boundary location and shape such that flow either goes in or out. Not necessary, but will typically observe better convergence. Should not observe large gradients in direction normal to boundary. Indicates incorrect set-up. Minimize grid skewness near boundary. Introduces error early in calculation. Available Boundary Condition Types Boundary Condition Types of External Faces General: Pressure inlet, Pressure outlet Incompressible: Velocity inlet, Outflow Compressible flows: Mass flow inlet, Pressure far-field Special: Inlet vent, outlet vent, intake fan, exhaust fan Other: Wall, Symmetry, Periodic, Axis Boundary Condition Types of Cell ‘Boundaries’ Fluid and Solid Boundary Condition Types of Double-Sided Face ‘Boundaries’ Fan, Interior, Porous Jump, Radiator, Wa