Data processing: structural design – modeling – simulation – and em – Simulating nonelectrical device or system – Mechanical
Reexamination Certificate
2011-04-12
2011-04-12
Jacob, Mary C (Department: 2123)
Data processing: structural design, modeling, simulation, and em
Simulating nonelectrical device or system
Mechanical
C703S001000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07925479
ABSTRACT:
The present invention generally relates to processes for predicting airflow rates. According to some embodiments, some process steps can include developing a three-dimensional computer-aided design model of a test body topology; discretizing the test body topology; discretizing a volume surrounding the test body topology, the volume being bounded by a test chamber; identifying test body components upon which to collect empirical data; obtaining empirical data for identified components; establishing an airflow model; validating the airflow model in comparison to experimental data; obtaining a flow rate from the validated airflow model; and determining whether the mass flow rate is acceptable.
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