Finite Element Computations of Complex Flows

Sanjay Mittal

Sanjay Mittal Department of Aerospace Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur

Keywords: FEM, Fluid Dynamics, Transition, Vortex Induced Vibrations, Fluid Structure Interaction, Shape Optimization

Abstract

A brief review of our research activities is presented. Stabilized finite element methods are used to solve two and threedimensional, unsteady turbulent flows past complex bodies at various Reynolds (Re) and Mach (M) numbers. The stabilized finite element methods that are being used are robust, accurate and able to handle complex geometries including those that deform with time. Flow problems involving fluid-structure interactions as well as aerodynamic shape optimization for superior aerodynamic performance are also presented.