CFD Model Analysis and Validation for a Formula SAE Racecar

Honors College Thesis

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Citeable URL: https://ir.library.oregonstate.edu/concern/honors_college_theses/hm50tt85p

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Attribute Name	Values
Creator	LaFranchi, Alexander
Abstract	This project examines the computational fluid dynamics (CFD) model used by Global Formula Racing (GFR) to simulate external aerodynamics for a Formula SAE racecar. It seeks to improve the accuracy of the existing model by changing mesh and physics model parameters. Accuracy of the model is quantified through comparison to physical experimental data. Mesh parameters studied include prism layer properties, wake refinement, and volumetric control use. Multiple turbulence models are compared, and sensitivity to initial conditions and boundary conditions is quantified. A recommended half-car mesh and physics model is produced, and recommendations for further development are added.
License	All rights reserved
Resource Type	Honors College Thesis
Date Available	2015-06-11T14:50:50+00:00
Date Issued	2015-05-26
Degree Level	Bachelor's
Degree Name	Honors Bachelor of Science (H.B.S.)
Degree Field	Mechanical Engineering
Degree Grantor	Oregon State University
Commencement Year	2015
Advisor	Paasch, Robert K.
Non-Academic Affiliation	Oregon State University. Honors College
Déclaration de droits	In Copyright
Publisher	Oregon State University
Peer Reviewed	No
Language	English [eng]
Replaces	http://hdl.handle.net/1957/56094
Embargo date range	2018-07-24 to 2020-05-27

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