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FLOWORKS - how to deal with mesh desity

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321GO

Automotive
Jan 24, 2010
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Hello to all of you.

I'm simulating a (car)brake sequence in FloWorks, because i'm interested in the (disc)temp. vs time graph.

What i've done:
- modelled brake disc, hub and rim
- loaded the brake surfaces with 80kW "brake power"

Now, the results are HIGHLY dependent on mesh setting (see attachment.

Question:
should i deal with Floworks mesh as a ordinary FEA mesh, i.e. re-run with decreases elements untill results converge?

Any feedback highly appreciated, thanks!

 
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