Third M.I.T. Conference on Computational Fluid and Solid Mechanics
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June 14–17, 2005
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Design optimization of an engine air intake
N. Hoyle*, N.W. Bressloff, A.J. Keane
University of Southampton, Southampton SO17 1BJ, UK
ABSTRACT
A novel geometry modeling technique is defined for the optimization of pressure recovery through a two-dimensional subsonic diffuser based on that of an F1 race car airbox. The airbox design procedure involves considering the expansion of the air entering the airbox coupled with a bend through 90°, both of which are discussed separately before uniting the two in a final optimization study. The geometry modeling technique discussed allows for potentially radical designs with high pressure recoveries.
Keywords:
Diffuser; Computational fluid dynamics (CFD); Geometry Modeling; Shape optimization