Computational Fluid Dynamics

How Fidelity CFD Improves Hydraulic Turbine Performance Prediction

Veena Parthan — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 03:30:00 GMT

Francis-99 Hydraulic Turbine (Trivedi, 2026) Accurately predicting the performance of hydraulic turbines requires more than a steady-state efficiency estimate. Engineers also need insight into how the machine behaves away from its best efficiency po...(read more)

Fidelity Fine Marine for Faster, Smarter Marine Design Decisions

Veena Parthan — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:17:00 GMT

Marine design engineers and naval architects increasingly rely on computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to evaluate performance earlier in the development cycle, reduce dependence on physical testing, and manage risk across complex design programs. Gene...(read more)

Scaling Automotive CFD with a Workflow Built for Speed and Iteration

Veena Parthan — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:13:00 GMT

What does it take to cut CFD turnaround time from 22 hours to as little as 4? For the Audi E-tron 55 Quattro, this level of acceleration is already being demonstrated. This points to a broader question: when a workflow can compress iteration cycles d...(read more)

Professionals in CFD with Vasiliki Tsianika

Veena Parthan — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 03:30:00 GMT

In this edition of Professionals in CFD, we feature Vasiliki Tsianika, aka Vicky, product management director for the multiphysics system analysis portfolio at Cadence (formerly Hexagon D&E).(read more)

Structured or Unstructured Meshes: What Works Best for Turbomachinery CFD

Veena Parthan — Mon, 04 May 2026 11:50:00 GMT

In computational fluid dynamics (CFD), meshing is a critical step for achieving reliable simulations, especially when combined with a robust solver strategy. As turbomachinery blade geometries become more intricate and design cycles shorten, traditio...(read more)

Setting New Windsurfing Record Speeds Above 100 KPH With Fidelity CFD

Veena Parthan — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:19:00 GMT

The Zephir Project, a high-performance research program led with ALTEN, was initiated to explore h, aiming to push the absolute limits of sailing speed using Fidelity CFD Software.(read more)

Professionals in CFD: A Conversation with Margarita Campos

Veena Parthan — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 07:56:12 GMT

In this edition of Professionals in CFD, Cadence marketing writer Veena Parthan speaks with Margarita to learn about her dual degrees, rotating detonation engines, her love for her work, and the surprising non-technical career she might have chosen instead.(read more)

Predicting High-Lift Aerodynamics of the Dornier 228 Using Fidelity CFD

Veena Parthan — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 03:30:00 GMT

The paper “Computational and Experimental Investigation of Dornier 228 Aerodynamic Performance Prediction in High-Lift Configuration” directly addresses this challenge by comparing in-tunnel and free-air CFD simulations, performed using Cadence Fidelity CFD, with wind-tunnel experiments.(read more)

Professionals in CFD with Yingchen Li

Veena Parthan — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 03:46:00 GMT

In this edition of Professionals in CFD, we feature Yingchen Li, software engineering director for the computational fluid dynamics (CFD) research and development team at Cadence. With over 17 years of experience in the field, Yingchen has risen thro...(read more)

Bluefins Whale-Inspired Propulsion System to Reduce Operating Costs by 20%

Veena Parthan — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 08:18:00 GMT

Bluefins develops a wave energy conversion technology, inspired by the fins of whales, to reduce GHG emissions and fuel operating costs by 20%(read more)

Significance of the High Lift Prediction Workshop for the CFD Community

Veena Parthan — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 04:30:00 GMT

The HLPW initiative continues to shape the path forward for more reliable, consistent, and robust CFD methodologies, benefiting the entire aerospace industry.(read more)

Professionals in CFD with Judy Susan Jose

Veena Parthan — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 04:30:00 GMT

In this edition of Professionals in CFD, we have Judy Susan Jose, a lead configuration management engineer for the CFD team.(read more)

Reduce Noise and Improve Fan Performance with Serrated Edges

Veena Parthan — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 03:30:00 GMT

Understanding Noise Reduction in Industrial Fans Industrial fans are widely utilized across various sectors, including manufacturing, automotive, and energy production, playing a vital role in ventilation and cooling. However, a notable drawback of t...(read more)

Making Every RPM Count with Fidelity CFD

Veena Parthan — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 03:30:00 GMT

As the need for miniaturization, efficiency, and accelerated design processes intensifies, achieving high-fidelity CFD simulations becomes even more crucial. Through three compelling case studies, this blog will explain how Cadence Fidelity CFD software enhances turbomachinery design for improved performance, making every RPM count.(read more)

Flutter Analysis: For Safer Air Travel

Veena Parthan — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 10:40:00 GMT

Recent aviation incidents, including a commercial plane crash attributed to a loss of climb performance shortly after takeoff, have sparked worries about flight safety. These events have brought attention to problems related to malfunctioning engines...(read more)