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Aerodynamic Simulation

Aerodynamics

Aerodynamic rendering and fast approximations powered by AI-assisted workflows.

Autodesk CFDBlenderPython
Aerodynamic Simulation

Problem

Aerodynamic simulations are essential for testing performance and form, but the tools available are often expensive, rigid, and time consuming. Traditional workflows focus on static results, which limit both exploration and communication during the design process.

Solution

By developing a personal workflow, I created a system that is not only free to use but also significantly more efficient — delivering results up to 30% faster. Beyond speed, the method integrates animated visualization, allowing airflow and performance data to be seen dynamically rather than frozen in static frames.

Aerodynamic simulation — animated airflow visualization
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Frame 97 of the streamline simulation — drag to inspect the wake from any angle. Particle colour maps to accumulated collisions, from blue through green to red.

Challenge

The main challenge was to balance accuracy with accessibility. Industry-standard tools set a high bar for precision, yet they often overlook user friendliness and adaptability. Building a process that remains rigorous while opening new ways to visualize and share results required continuous iteration and experimentation.

Summary

The outcome is an aerodynamic simulation approach that democratizes access, accelerates workflows, and makes results more engaging through animation. It turns technical data into active imagery, helping both designers and audiences grasp performance in real time, while saving time and resources along the way.

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Aerodynamics — Bora Özbaş