CFD convergence is not an exact science. The CFD engineer relies on three tools to judge when a simulation finishes: monitors, flow patterns, and residuals. But none of these tools work 100% of the time. The well trained engineer understands how to use these tools and how to combine them into a cohesive picture and reliably judge a converged CFD simulation.

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6.0 References

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DISCLAIMER: These videos are intended to provide an overview of CFD. They are not a substitute for a comprehensive education. Certain key concepts were intentionally left out of these videos. Please do not think you can perform CFD after only watching these videos.

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