Application of OpenFoam in Aerodynamics: Case study of public transportation bus

NIKAM, KEVAL; JATHAR, LAXMIKANT; Shelare, Sagar

ISBN 10: 6138972279 / ISBN 13: 9786138972273

Published by Scholars' Press, 2023

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Application of OpenFoam in Aerodynamics: Case study of public transportation bus
• Publisher: Scholars' Press
• Publication Date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 6138972279
• ISBN 13: 9786138972273
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Open window buses without air-conditioning are a major mode of urban and inter-city transport in most countries. High occupancy combined with hot and humid conditions makes travel in these buses quite uncomfortable. In this study airflow through a bus has been studied using OpenFOAM which could be the basis for low-cost and eco-friendly methods of increasing passenger comfort and possibly reducing drag. The aerodynamics of such a road vehicle has not been studied as previous investigations have been confined to vehicles with closed windows that present a smooth exterior to airflow. The Top opening of the Bus is considered and an analysis is done. The use of an air-conditioning unit is substituted by the top opening provided is proved and Power is calculated. The information on a number of Top openings is provided in this case study.