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Application of Different Sub-Grid Models Used in Large-Eddy Simulation of Flow Around a Cylinder at Re = 3900

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In recent years, with the improvement of computer performance, the application of large eddy simulation numerical calculations has also increased. The application research of sub-grid model is very important. In this study, based on the STAR-CCM + software, three different sub-grid model large eddy simulation methods and standard k-ε and k-ω methods were used to numerically simulate the three-dimensional flow near the cylinder under subcritical Reynolds number Re = 3900. Firstly, this research conducts a grid convergence study. Then it compares and analyzes the time-average pressure distribution on the cylindrical surface under several numerical methods, the vortex shedding characteristics, the time-average velocity profile distribution of the flow field downstream, and also compares with the experimental data. The results show that the simulation results of the DSGS model are relatively accurate. The dissipation of the other two sub-grid models is too large, and the result error of the flow parameters is also too large. The accuracy of conclusions obtained by the large eddy simulation method is better than that of the RANS method. The application of large-eddy simulation can better display the various data of the flow field, and the results of this article can also provide certain help for the selection of sub-grid model in the application of large eddy simulation.

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This article is one of the phased results of the project ‘LES of the vortices interference mechanism between the turbulent air flow after a ground obstacle and that around a moving object running behind’ (1196020024), which is funded by National Natural Science Foundation of China.

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Wang, B., Xu, J. Application of Different Sub-Grid Models Used in Large-Eddy Simulation of Flow Around a Cylinder at Re = 3900. Exp Tech 47, 187–195 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40799-022-00568-3

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