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Ansys Fluent Meshing with Watertight Geometry Workflow (Self-paced Learning Available)

Course Overview

In this course you will learn how to generate meshes for CFD simulation using the Watertight Geometry workflow in Ansys Fluent. The guided workflow directs users through a step-by-step process of simple, intuitive inputs, while behind the scenes, Fluent Meshing uses built-in intelligence and automation to create a high quality CFD mesh using its sophisticated meshing technology, which includes the innovative poly-hexcore meshing algorithm, tools for high quality boundary layer mesh generation and parallel meshing. By simplifying the process of mesh generation, the Watertight Geometry workflow enables all users to complete all stages of a CFD simulation, from meshing through to post-processing, entirely within the same software session, in the same single window user environment.

Prerequisite

  • Prior knowledge and usage of Ansys Fluent is required.

Target Audience

Any Ansys Fluent users currently using Ansys Meshing, or other meshing tools, who are interested in migrating to the Watertight Geometry workflow in Ansys Fluent.  Users who have completed the Ansys Fluent Getting Started (New Fluent Experience) course in the past are not recommended to take this course as it includes the same material as the Getting Started training.

Teaching Method

Self-paced videos, with accompanying hands-on tutorials to validate practical knowledge.

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Learning Outcome

Following completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Use the Watertight Geometry Meshing Workflow in Ansys Fluent to create high quality CFD Simulation meshes from imported CAD geometry through a succession of intuitive guided workflow tasks.
  • Add and/or remove tasks from the baseline workflow to create customized workflow templates which can be saved and re-used for different geometries in future sessions.
  • Import CAD or mesh geometry and generate high quality surface meshes with the option to add multiple unique local sizing functions for precise control of mesh distribution.
  • Create capping surfaces to define fluid regions when the imported CAD geometry only includes solid parts.
  • Define boundary (prism) layers globally or with custom, localized definition.
  • Generate volume mesh using polyhedra, poly-hexcore, hexcore or tetrahedral meshing algorithms.
  • Reduce meshing time through the application of parallel meshing.

 Available Dates

Currently, no training dates available

Learning Options

Training materials for this course are available with an Ansys Learning Hub Subscription.

Self-paced Learning 

Complete a class on your own schedule at your own pace. Scope is equivalent to Instructor led classes. Includes video lecture, workshops and input files. All our Self-Paced video courses are only available with an Ansys Learning Hub subscription.

Agenda

This is a self-paced training course only, covering self-paced videos and workshops.

  • Module 01 – Demonstration of the Ansys Fluent Single Window Workflow
    • Instructor video 1.1: Demonstration of the Ansys Fluent Single Window Workflow
    • Workshop 01.1: Ball Valve
  • Module 02 – Overview of the Watertight Geometry Workflow
    • Instructor video 2.1: Overview of the Watertight Geometry Workflow
  • Module 03 – Local Sizing and Surface Mesh
    • Instructor video 3.1: Local Sizing and Surface Mesh
    • Instructor video 3.2: Local Refinement Regions
    • Instructor video 3.3: Faceting in Ansys SpaceClaim
    • Workshop 03.1: Static Mixer
  • Module 04 – Geometry Description
    • Instructor video 04.1: Geometry Description
    • Workshop 04.1: Mixing Tank
    • Workshop 04.2: Shared Topology
    • Workshop 04.3: Rotational Periodic Boundary
  • Module 05 – Volume Mesh
    • Instructor video 05.1: Volume Mesh
    • Instructor video 05.2: Linear Mesh Pattern
    • Workshop 05.1: Commercial Aircraft