Civil Engineering

CFD visualization with Tecplot 360 helps protect the integrity of buildings, bridges, and ships

November 2, 2010 in Civil Engineering, Tecplot 360 Case Studies

Figure 1: Bronx-Whitestone Bridge Deck Replacement Design

Tecplot helps utility researchers visualize magnetic fields

June 14, 2007 in Case Studies, Civil Engineering, Energy, Tecplot 360 Case Studies

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2-D simulation of a small basin’s controlled draining

August 30, 2004 in Case Studies, Civil Engineering, Environmental

Plot of the month: Melbourne cricket ground redevelopment

July 12, 2002 in Case Studies, Civil Engineering

Ventilation is a key design factor for the new Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). Using PHOENICS to optimize the design, CFD and Tecplot have been used to analyze air movement within the building and in external areas. In this image we see relative changes in air movement patterns across the pitch due to the construction of the new Northern Stand. When complete, the MCG will be one of the most innovative and environmentally progressive stadiums in the world.

Plot of the month: Wave interaction with a tension leg platform

June 25, 2002 in Case Studies, Civil Engineering

Crest of a Wave Reaches the Forward Legs of a Platform
Data visualization is a key component in postprocessing results from Sandwell's numerical models. Tecplot quickly allows them to represent large quantities of data in a form that can be understood easily. This layout shows how the platform disturbs the water surface in its vicinity. This helps determine how high the deck of the platform should be located so it is not impacted by wave crests.