OpenFOAM project
OpenFOAM
OpenFOAM is an open-source CFD toolbox for configurable solvers, meshing and post-processing.
On the software discovery list. Connector development and release dates have not been announced.
Workflow ideas
Prepare cases and dictionaries
Use the fluid domain, geometry cleanup and meshing intent. In the intended OpenFOAM preview, prepare cases and dictionaries; the visible result is a domain view with regions, interfaces and mesh controls exposed. Review watertightness, scale, near-wall treatment and cell quality before accepting or exporting it.
Run a selected solver
Start from the selected fluids, boundaries and physics models. In the intended OpenFOAM preview, run a selected solver; the visible result is a configured case with inlet, outlet, wall and solver settings visible. Review physical assumptions, reference values and convergence monitors before accepting or exporting it.
Post-process flow fields
Begin with the result fields, monitor history and balance reports. In the intended OpenFOAM preview, post-process flow fields; the visible result is contours and performance quantities tied to the solved domain. Review residuals, conservation, mesh sensitivity and expected flow behaviour before accepting or exporting it.