What is CFD ?
Computational Fluid Dynamics or CFD is a virtual modeling technique based on the fundamental equations of fluid dynamics, mass conservation and energy to predict the movement of fluids (air or water). CFD offers powerful visualization tools to help understand air flow, the movement of dust and odors, including design of HVAC systems.
Until recently, CFD was considered too complex and expensive to use in everyday design and engineering. Our firm has reduced the costs associated with CFD to a point where it can be used for many air quality and “what-if” design applications involving the movement of air.
Examples of CFD application include:
- Design of negative air systems at solid waste facilities to capture odors.
- Predicting the transient movement of odors around landfills, rendering plants and composting facilities.
- Optimum design of HVAC systems to minimize energy use.
- Design and optimization of industrial ventilation system.