By using CFD simulation, especially based on OpenFOAM, to predict the aerodynamic characteristics of

This is a PhD application research proposal, the student wants to apply for the course in Computational Fluid Dynamics in Cranfield University and his potential supervisor is Dr Tom-Robin Teschner https://www.cranfield.ac.uk/people/dr-tomrobin-teschner-481715

Following is his research idea
Topic Introduction:
The aerodynamic characteristics of a vehicle play a vital role in steering stability, performance, comfort, and safety of a car. The fuel efficiency of a vehicle is determined by the performance of the internal combustion engine and the aerodynamic design of the body. One of the most important aspects of automobile design is aerodynamic styling. A vehicle with low drag resistance provides advantages in terms of cost and efficiency. This topic will review design characteristics and implementation of various specific reference models on drag issues using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) techniques, especially rely on OpenFOAM. The benefits and limitations of these models will be analysed, and the validity of results in developing guidelines to improve the performance and stability of cars will be described. This topic covers significant studies that utilise the CFD model and simulation on a simplified vehicle model using various turbulence models to generate drag coefficient. Characteristics and impacts of various vehicle design models with and without external factors such as side mirrors and door handles will also be discussed. This topic will also compare the research focuses on the physics flow structures by using the simplified generic models and specific model geometry-based simulation for different types of car model geometry. Moreover, the topic will also demonstrate the importance of having a car with suitable turbulence models that are appropriate to be applied for simulations in terms of its applicability, time effectiveness, and cost.

This link is research requirements from Cranfield University
https://www.cranfield.ac.uk/study/research-proposal-writing-guidance-for-students#:~:text=Many%20of%20Cranfield%E2%80%99s%20doctoral%20programmes%20will%20require%20you,proposed%20research%20is%20interesting%2C%20significant%2C%20necessary%20and%20feasible.

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