On Demand Webinar
Thermal modeling offers unparalleled insight into HVAC optimization and material performance, but only when grounded in physical reality. To obtain actionable simulation results, engineers must master the balance between rigorous input definition and computational efficiency.
This webinar outlined a comprehensive framework for automotive cabin thermal model set-up with human occupants. It covered best practices for cabin setup, including selecting appropriate geometry, using valid material properties, and accurately accounting for solar loading. It also went into detail on common human setup questions, such as how to choose a clothing ensemble and how to precondition cabin occupants. We examined the critical touchpoints where models often fail, providing a roadmap to high-accuracy thermal analysis.
Key Takeaways
- Strategic Geometry & Materials: Strategies for balancing geometric complexity with run-time efficiency.
- The Human Variable: Professional-grade methods for defining clothing ensembles and occupant preconditioning.
- RapidFlow Workflow Setup: The basics of RapidFlow setup for HVAC modeling in cabins along with config file setting suggestions.
- Recommended solver settings: How to best ensure model convergence for simulations that include complex physics such as human physiology.
- Tips for efficient post-processing: An overview of available post-processing tools and how they can be utilized to organize results as well as identify model setup errors.
Presenter
Allison Schick
Thermal/CFD Engineer
