Essays about: "Finite volume methods"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 37 essays containing the words Finite volume methods.

  1. 1. Evaluation of a computational method for natural fiber-reinforced plastics

    University essay from KTH/Hållfasthetslära

    Author : Anna Lim; [2023]
    Keywords : PPNF; Composite material; fiber orientation; natural fiber; coupled analysis; PPNF; Kompositmaterial; fiberorientering; naturfiber; kopplad analys;

    Abstract : The importance of using natural fiber composites (NFCs) has been addressed as a substitution for synthetic fibers, such as glass and carbon fibers. This substitution contributes significantly to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, aligning with the environmental responsibilities of engineering industries. READ MORE

  3. 2. Thermal and flow field validation of lattice Boltzmann method solver

    University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för teknikvetenskap och matematik

    Author : André Skagius-Kallin; [2023]
    Keywords : Lattice Boltzmann method; heat transfer; flow field;

    Abstract : Computational fluid dynamics, abbreviated CFD, is a valuable tool for several engineering applications. Applications such as heating, cooling or drying are some examples of areas where CFD is used. READ MORE

  4. 3. Continuous Fibre Reinforcements in Injection Moulded Composites

    University essay from KTH/Lättkonstruktioner, marina system, flyg- och rymdteknik, rörelsemekanik

    Author : Erik Björkqvist; [2023]
    Keywords : Injection moulding; Plastics; Thermoplastics; Fibre Reinforcement; FEM; Formsprutning; Plast; Termoplast; Fiberarmering; FEM;

    Abstract : The use of continuously reinforced thermoplastics have increased in recent years andoffer some significant advantages over their thermoset counterparts. The utilizationof these materials is however still limited due to the labour intensive processingand manufacturing. READ MORE

  5. 4. Homogenization of a higher gradient heat equation: Numerical solution of the cell problem using quadratic B--spline based finite elements

    University essay from Karlstads universitet/Institutionen för matematik och datavetenskap (from 2013)

    Author : Samba Dumbuya; [2023]
    Keywords : Homogenization of a higher gradient heat equation; Two-scale expansion; fourth-order cell problem; temperature distribution; quadratic B-spline; finite element methods; effective conductivity vs volume fraction;

    Abstract : This study focuses on the numerical solution of a fourth-order cell problem obtained through a two- scale expansion approach applied to a higher gradient heat equation microscopic problem involving temperature distributions. The main objective is to investigate the temperature field within the macroscale domain and compute the effective conductivity using finite element methods. READ MORE

  6. 5. Effective shear stiffness of cross-laminated timber : Comparison between numerical and analytical approaches

    University essay from KTH/Bro- och stålbyggnad

    Author : Therese Badrous; Las Muradi; [2023]
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    Abstract : The increasing importance of sustainability has led to a focus on smart solutions for energy consumption and materials. Cross-laminated timber (CLT) has gained attention as a sustainable alternative in construction, offering high strength, stiffness, and dimensional stability. READ MORE