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Aerodynamic Optimisation Using Adjoint CFD and Wind Tunnel Testing in Speed Skiing

The “Non-Motorized Skiing Speed World Record” measures the fastest speed reached on alpine skis using only natural forces, namely without...

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CFD for Urban Pollutant Dispersion Validation Using HELYX

Urban pollutant dispersion CFD simulations are increasingly important for understanding air quality in dense urban environments. There is a critical...

CFD simulation of HVAC system showing coloured airflow streamlines exiting ceiling air diffusers in an indoor environment

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The Importance of CFD in Modern HVAC Simulation

Introduction Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems have an abundance of applications in today’s world. They keep astronauts alive in...

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Why Motorsport Teams Trust HELYX For CFD Solver Performance

The ambition of every race team is simple: develop the fastest car possible within the regulations. Achieving this however is...

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The Techniques Driving HELYX’s High Performance Coupled Solver

Whether you are a motorsport aerodynamicist squeezing the most simulations out of a limited budget, time and regulations; or a...

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How Open-Source CFD Can Improve Your UAV Aerodynamic Design Process

From hand-sized nano drones to 18 metre wingspan military UAVs [1], the endless applications of modern drones have led to...

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Achieving High-Quality, Low-y+ CFD Grids With ENGYS’ Advanced Mesh Algorithm

Skin friction drag can account for up to approximately 30 to 40% of the total aerodynamic drag of a streamlined...

Thermal comfort simulation of an urban area using CFD, visualizing heat distribution and the impact of urban heat islands on temperature variation.

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How CFD Is Helping Cities Beat The Heat With Thermal Comfort Simulation

The temperature of our cities is rising by 0.5 degC (0.9 degF) per decade [1] with some urban areas experiencing...

Two Aprilia motorbikes racing around a corner at Motegi

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How CFD Is Unlocking The Potential Of MotoGP Aerodynamics With Aprilia Racing

MotoGP is now a battleground of aerodynamic supremacy as teams unlock the performance potential of intuitive airflow. Each bike on...

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Machine Learning in CFD: Revolutionizing Automotive Design Processes

Machine Learning is revolutionizing automotive design by enhancing aerodynamics, a critical factor in EV range. AI-driven CFD processes streamline vehicle...
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