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Computational Fluid Dynamics Analysis in Biomimetics Applications: A Review from Aerospace Engineering Perspective.
Ernnie Illyani Basri1, Adi Azriff Basri1, Kamarul Arifin Ahmad1
1Department of Aerospace Engineering, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang 43400, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia.
Biomimetics (Basel, Switzerland)
|July 28, 2023
Summary
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) is a powerful tool for biomimetics, enabling the study of nature-inspired designs. CFD simulations accelerate innovation in engineering by providing crucial insights for developing efficient, nature-based technologies.
Area of Science:
- Engineering
- Biomimetics
- Computational Science
Background:
- Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) is increasingly vital in engineering for complex problem-solving.
- Advances in hardware, software, and computer science have made CFD more accessible for biomimetic applications.
- Biomimetics leverages nature's designs for technological innovation, particularly in aerospace.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the methodology of CFD as a tool for understanding nature-inspired technology.
- To explore the potential development of biomimetic technologies through simulations.
- To highlight CFD's role in decision support for nature-inspired designs.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing simulations and experimental results in biomimetics.
- Analysis of CFD's application in aerospace engineering inspired by natural principles.
- Discussion of CFD's role in computational simulations for design optimization.
Main Results:
- CFD simulations offer lower operating costs and enhanced efficiency in design and optimization.
- CFD provides a practical approach to studying complex biomimetic applications.
- Understanding aerodynamics, inspired by nature, has led to significant technological advancements.
Conclusions:
- CFD is an essential and reliable methodology for researchers in biomimetics.
- CFD simulations serve as crucial decision support for developing nature-inspired technologies.
- The integration of CFD with biomimetics promises future advancements in technological capabilities.
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