Multi-block meshes for turbomachinery applications. We discuss blocking strategies, design space automation, multi-objective optimization, mesh influence on CFD.
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Accurate turbine blade vibration analysis depends heavily on the quality of mesh discretization. This article explores why structured hexahedral meshing outperforms hybrid and tetrahedral approaches in capturing mistuning effects, mode localization, and high cycle fatigue behavior in turbomachinery FEA simulations.
Meshing for tip gaps and leakage flows in turbomachinery CFD using structured multi-block meshes to accurately capture secondary flow structures.
Figure 1: Structured meshing of serrated and wavy blade edges used for wind turbine noise reduction. 1933 words / 10 min read Wind turbine noise isn’t just an annoyance —…
Figure 1: LES structured mesh for capturing tip vortices. 2050 words / 10 min read Tip vortices are small, powerful tornadoes of air that form at the blade tips. If…
Vortex generators can boost turbine performance dramatically—but only if your mesh captures their near-wall physics with precision. In this guide, learn a proven multi-block workflow that keeps y⁺ stable, reduces skewness, and delivers high-fidelity CFD results you can trust.
Figure 1: Structured mesh for wind turbine blades CFD simulation. Word count: 1724 / 9 min read Behind every accurate wind-turbine CFD simulation lies one secret ingredient — the mesh.…
Discover how GridPro’s novel automation tool revolutionizes hexahedral mesh generation for volute geometries, streamlining the process and empowering engineers to achieve superior results with minimal effort. Learn how this advanced technology enhances efficiency, precision, and creativity in engineering design and optimization.
As the HVAC industry pivots toward low-Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerants, centrifugal compressor design faces a new era of challenges. These eco-friendly fluids bring unique thermodynamic behaviors, demanding precise engineering to maintain efficiency and reliability. In this blog, we explore how structured hexahedral meshing—powered by GridPro—enables high-fidelity CFD simulations that capture real-gas effects, resolve complex flow structures, and accelerate design iterations. From impeller blade tip leakage to diffuser flow separation, discover how advanced meshing strategies are helping engineers create future-ready, high-performance compressors for next-generation heat pumps.
Volute’s geometrical parameters such as cross-sectional shape, area distribution and radial position, volute inlet location and tongue geometry influence the compressor’s performance.
Automated multiblock meshing using topology templates and point cloud mapping streamlines CFD workflows. By leveraging Radial Basis Function (RBF) morphing, this new method ensures accurate topology adaptation for design variants. Case studies on turbines, volutes, and compressors highlight its efficiency, reducing manual effort while maintaining high-quality grids.