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Multi-grid calculation of transonic potential flowsThe finite-volume method discussed by Jameson and Caughey (1977), and Caughey and Jameson (1979, 1980) has made it possible to calculate the transonic potential flow past any configuration for which a suitable boundary-conforming coordinate grid can be constructed. However, computations for practical three-dimensional problems have remained quite expensive in terms of the required computer time. The reason for this is primarily related to the large number of grid cells necessary for adequate resolution in these complex three-dimensional problems, taking into account the large number of iterations required to achieve even modest convergence on these fine grids. The present chapter provides a description of work directed at removing this latter difficulty by making use of the multigrid method. Attention is given to finite-volume formulation, multigrid iteration, geometrical aspects, and computed results.
Document ID
19860036191
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Caughey, D. A.
(Cornell Univ. Ithaca, NY, United States)
Shmilovich, A.
(Cornell University Ithaca, NY, United States)
Date Acquired
August 12, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1985
Subject Category
Aerodynamics
Accession Number
86A20929
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NAS2-9913
CONTRACT_GRANT: N00014-77-C-0033
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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