CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) Committee

1.Aim of activity

We will investigate and report on the latest technology trends, application examples, and issues regarding CFD technology, which is essential for automotive design and development, in order to raise the level of technology and explore the direction of research and development.

2.Chairman/Secretary (2024-25)

Chairman Tomohiro Tasaka (EXEDY Co., Ltd.)
Secretary
  • Koji Oshima (Komatsu Ltd.)
  • Hiroshi Tanaka (Toyota Systems Corporation)
  • Yasushi Noguchi (Toyota Motor Corporation)

3.Main target areas/matters

  • CFD
  • Algorithms/Modeling
  • Vehicle body/engine/intake and exhaust system/parts elements
  • Aerodynamic performance/aerodynamic noise
  • Numerical calculation
  • Design optimization/robust design
  • CAD/CAM/CAE
  • Simulation/Modeling

4. Volunteer activities

・The committee is scheduled to meet a total of 6 times. At least one of the tours will be planned.
・WG activities will continue from the previous year and will be carried out in three WGs.
The JSAE Annual Congress (Spring) will hold a joint OS with four committees, including heat transfer, fluids, and vehicle interior, with the theme of "Thermal and fluid technology toward carbon neutrality - the latest CFD technology."
・Promote collaboration between committees on common technical issues (such as collaboration between the Vehicle Aerodynamics Committee and the Future Aerodynamics Technology Research Group).

5.Technology roadmap

Roadmap list for “Fundamental technology field”

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