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## [Transient Magnetic-Thermal Simulation duration](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/transient-magnetic-thermal-simulation-duration/101320)

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**Author:** [@azizelmajid](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/azizelmajid)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 6:24pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/transient-magnetic-thermal-simulation-duration/101320 "2026-09-24T18:24:02Z")

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Hello, I am currently working on an electromagnetic simulation using a transient magnetic analysis with thermal coupling. I am trying to obtain simulation results for a total simulated time of 60–300 seconds, using a ti…

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## [Innacurate CFD results after changing the angle of attack](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/innacurate-cfd-results-after-changing-the-angle-of-attack/101328)

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**Author:** [@Zhiheng1203](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/Zhiheng1203)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 6:13pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/innacurate-cfd-results-after-changing-the-angle-of-attack/101328 "2026-09-24T18:13:29Z")

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Hello everyone, I recreated the NACA0008 profile based on a dataset from UIUC and the result has a 0.2% error with the theoretical value from Vergas et al. (photo 1), when it is under an aoa of 0 degree, and Re of 2000. …

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## [Touching edges fault won't heal on large structural face — need repair guidance](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/touching-edges-fault-wont-heal-on-large-structural-face-need-repair-guidance/101324)

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**Author:** [@aindri](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/aindri)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 3:42pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/touching-edges-fault-wont-heal-on-large-structural-face-need-repair-guidance/101324 "2026-09-23T15:42:56Z")

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I’m running a CFD research project studying F1 aerodynamics — specifically how S-Duct front-chassis geometry affects front-axle downforce loss when a car follows another through turbulent wake. This requires 6 simulation…

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## [SimScale Support Report — AMI Transient Simulation Cost/Convergence Issue](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/simscale-support-report-ami-transient-simulation-cost-convergence-issue/101323)

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**Author:** [@vyasved1012](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/vyasved1012)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 3:35pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/simscale-support-report-ami-transient-simulation-cost-convergence-issue/101323 "2026-09-23T15:35:10Z")

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SimScale Support Report — AMI Transient Simulation Cost/Convergence Issue Project: curved fin big pt2 (“omni wheel”) Simulation: AMI (sliding mesh) — transient run following a validated MRF steady-state sanity check Plan…

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## [Force and Moment Coefficients Results Item does not recognize a unit vector for 3 degrees](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/force-and-moment-coefficients-results-item-does-not-recognize-a-unit-vector-for-3-degrees/97903)

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**Author:** [@DaleKramer](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/DaleKramer)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 18, 2026, 11:56am UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/force-and-moment-coefficients-results-item-does-not-recognize-a-unit-vector-for-3-degrees/97903 "2026-09-18T11:56:48Z")

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It looks to me that due to input data precision errors, I am no longer able to enter a unit vector for 3 degrees (and likely almost any other discrete angular vector value) in the Forces and Moment Coefficient Result Ite…

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## [Hyperelastic hydrogel sphere compressed between two annular rings – sphere translates instead of bulging / contact convergence issues](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/hyperelastic-hydrogel-sphere-compressed-between-two-annular-rings-sphere-translates-instead-of-bulging-contact-convergence-issues/101335)

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**Author:** [@kkruch](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/kkruch)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 16, 2026, 3:48pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/hyperelastic-hydrogel-sphere-compressed-between-two-annular-rings-sphere-translates-instead-of-bulging-contact-convergence-issues/101335 "2026-09-16T15:48:11Z")

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Hello, I am working on a nonlinear static simulation of a soft hydrogel sphere compressed between two annular Plexiglas rings. I have managed to obtain converged solutions for several displacement levels, but the deform…

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## ['Added wing (Low drag position)' simulation project by Alvez\_Cellier](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/added-wing-low-drag-position-simulation-project-by-alvez-cellier/101340)

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**Author:** [@Alvez\_Cellier](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/Alvez_Cellier)\
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**Last updated:** [September 14, 2026, 6:03pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/added-wing-low-drag-position-simulation-project-by-alvez-cellier/101340 "2026-09-14T18:03:21Z")

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I created a new simulation project called 'Added wing (Low drag position)': External aerodynamics on a vehicle More of my public projects can be found here.

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## [Static structural simulation stuck at 0% despite small 1st-order mesh](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/static-structural-simulation-stuck-at-0-despite-small-1st-order-mesh/101326)

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**Author:** [@Samridhi](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/Samridhi)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 1:19pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/static-structural-simulation-stuck-at-0-despite-small-1st-order-mesh/101326 "2026-09-08T13:19:15Z")

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Hi, I’m performing a linear static structural analysis of a Formula Student brake disc in SimScale. My previous runs failed with machine out-of-memory errors, so I reduced the mesh and changed from 2nd-order to 1st-orde…

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## [Simulation recovery](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/simulation-recovery/101304)

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**Author:** [@Samridhi](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/Samridhi)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 8:01pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/simulation-recovery/101304 "2026-09-04T20:01:34Z")

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Hi SimScale Team, I accidentally deleted one of the two simulations inside my project “Uprights FEA.” The project itself is still available, but the deleted simulation was my finalized Formula Student suspension upright…

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## [I am getting a blocking error in the SimScale Workbench stating 'This name is not allowed' when renaming entities for my CHT simulation, and I need help identifying which name is causing the block](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/i-am-getting-a-blocking-error-in-the-simscale-workbench-stating-this-name-is-not-allowed-when-renaming-entities-for-my-cht-simulation-and-i-need-help-identifying-which-name-is-causing-the-block/101317)

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**Author:** [@crithelion](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/crithelion)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 1, 2026, 4:28pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/i-am-getting-a-blocking-error-in-the-simscale-workbench-stating-this-name-is-not-allowed-when-renaming-entities-for-my-cht-simulation-and-i-need-help-identifying-which-name-is-causing-the-block/101317 "2026-09-01T16:28:53Z")

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Hi SimScale Community, I am a student currently working on a Conjugate Heat Transfer (CHT) simulation of an apartment to analyze indoor thermal comfort and the effectiveness of a Mechanical Ventilation (VMC) system. \*\*…

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## [Meshing help - F1 CFD school project](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/meshing-help-f1-cfd-school-project/101306)

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**Author:** [@kenpu2008](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/kenpu2008)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 29, 2026, 10:02am UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/meshing-help-f1-cfd-school-project/101306 "2026-08-29T10:02:53Z")

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It is harder and it takes longer to provide support without full details.To speed up the process and quickly solve your issues this is a reminder to post as much information as you possibly can: This is a F1 CFD for m…

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## [How can I simulate a rc electric EDF?](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/how-can-i-simulate-a-rc-electric-edf/101305)

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**Author:** [@jewlss](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/jewlss)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 28, 2026, 6:11pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/how-can-i-simulate-a-rc-electric-edf/101305 "2026-08-28T18:11:12Z")

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Hey everyone, I’m trying to run a simulation for my 70mm EDF. However, I’m not sure how to make it so that the air is actively drawn in by the EDF and accelerated out the back, just like in normal RC plane flight. Can a…

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## ['cfd3 (original)' simulation project by lego2577](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/cfd3-original-simulation-project-by-lego2577/101307)

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**Author:** [@lego2577](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/lego2577)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 27, 2026, 4:07pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/cfd3-original-simulation-project-by-lego2577/101307 "2026-08-27T16:07:48Z")

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I created a new simulation project called 'cfd3 (original)': cfd3333 More of my public projects can be found here.

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## [Complex Geometry Meshing](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/complex-geometry-meshing/101289)

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**Author:** [@lmw14](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/lmw14)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 24, 2026, 3:50am UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/complex-geometry-meshing/101289 "2026-08-24T03:50:25Z")

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Hi, I have a very complex engine geometry and struggle with generating a mesh. Which settings do I best use for it? Has anyone been at this point and figured it out?

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## [CHT simulation with solar load on underground solar collector no change in temperature](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/cht-simulation-with-solar-load-on-underground-solar-collector-no-change-in-temperature/101286)

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**Author:** [@typolderman](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/typolderman)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 21, 2026, 4:51pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/cht-simulation-with-solar-load-on-underground-solar-collector-no-change-in-temperature/101286 "2026-08-21T16:51:28Z")

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I’m working on a solar collector underneath a synthetic grass field, and I want to know the effect of the solar load on the grass and what the temperature gradient of the underlying layers is. I have modeled a cross sec…

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## [Combustion Engine Meshing Problems](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/combustion-engine-meshing-problems/101282)

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**Author:** [@lmw14](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/lmw14)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 21, 2026, 3:44pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/combustion-engine-meshing-problems/101282 "2026-08-21T15:44:30Z")

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Hi, for my thesis I’m currently creating a conjugate heat transfer simulation. The meshing is not working for my current CAD, because due to the import and translation SimScale itself is generating faults in the model. …

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## [Internal flow volume trouble](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/internal-flow-volume-trouble/101281)

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**Author:** [@o\_piovarci](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/o_piovarci)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 21, 2026, 3:38pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/internal-flow-volume-trouble/101281 "2026-08-21T15:38:09Z")

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Hi, this is my first project on SimScale and have done all starting tutorials and I believe I applied exact steps from on of them to get internal flow volume and couldnt acieve the necessary result. Here you can see my …

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## [Support requested for unrealistic results following CHT tutorial](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/support-requested-for-unrealistic-results-following-cht-tutorial/101280)

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**Author:** [@WillemHexspoor](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/WillemHexspoor)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 21, 2026, 3:34pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/support-requested-for-unrealistic-results-following-cht-tutorial/101280 "2026-08-21T15:34:43Z")

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I’m trying to complete the Tutorial: Battery Pack Cooling of an FSAE Car, however my results do not match the expected outcome. I’ve double checked the instructions from the tutorial, but I can’t pin point what I’m doing…

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## [Magnetostatic analysis not running](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/magnetostatic-analysis-not-running/101228)

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**Author:** [@awc008](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/awc008)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 13, 2026, 10:32am UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/magnetostatic-analysis-not-running/101228 "2026-08-13T10:32:54Z")

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I want to get analysis on a halbach array with iron back plate to clamp the weak field side. I have specified all permanent magnets and their directions with normal fields, and the backplate is just cast iron (soft magne…

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## [Handling bolted joint connections in structural FEA — bonded contact vs. modeling real preload?](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/handling-bolted-joint-connections-in-structural-fea-bonded-contact-vs-modeling-real-preload/101214)

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**Author:** [@marcomaesgs1](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/marcomaesgs1)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2026, 4:20pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/handling-bolted-joint-connections-in-structural-fea-bonded-contact-vs-modeling-real-preload/101214 "2026-08-11T16:20:09Z")

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I’m analyzing a bolted assembly and trying to decide how much detail the bolted connections actually need for a trustworthy structural result. The simplifications range from very crude to very expensive, and I’d like to …

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## [Convective heat transfer simulation help](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/convective-heat-transfer-simulation-help/101261)

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**Author:** [@evanwagoner](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/evanwagoner)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2026, 4:13pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/convective-heat-transfer-simulation-help/101261 "2026-08-11T16:13:52Z")

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Trying to simulate the airflow of the inlet and outlet in a bus compartment that is driven by the joule heating of a bus bar. The simulation keeps on diverging, as seen in error. Have current in and out, electrical poten…

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## [Network Packet Simulation](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/network-packet-simulation/101267)

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**Author:** [@Demo\_ppOx](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/Demo_ppOx)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2026, 4:10pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/network-packet-simulation/101267 "2026-08-11T16:10:59Z")

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Is is possible to use the wind test to try to simulate transmission signals moving through the air?

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## [Building with perforated roof sheet](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/building-with-perforated-roof-sheet/101268)

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**Author:** [@fjalex](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/fjalex)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2026, 4:08pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/building-with-perforated-roof-sheet/101268 "2026-08-11T16:08:57Z")

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I’m trying to create a simple simulation of a building (box) with a perforated aluminum sheet on top of it (above the ceiling). I need to know the influence of this cover, and the final temperature of the “building” a…

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## [NACA Airfoil 0012  CFD Trouble](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/naca-airfoil-0012-cfd-trouble/101271)

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**Author:** [@Arthans](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/Arthans)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2026, 4:07pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/naca-airfoil-0012-cfd-trouble/101271 "2026-08-11T16:07:16Z")

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Hi yall, I’m setting up aerodynamics simulation in SimScale for a NACA 0012 airfoil and I’m stuck on a setup error. Current setup: Simulation type: Incompressible external flow Geometry consists of: Part 1 = NACA 00…

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## ["An error occurred” after job preparation / Fatal IO Error](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/an-error-occurred-after-job-preparation-fatal-io-error/101272)

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**Author:** [@dhandley](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/dhandley)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2026, 4:05pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/an-error-occurred-after-job-preparation-fatal-io-error/101272 "2026-08-11T16:05:09Z")

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Hi all, I’m very new to SimScale and FEA in general, so I’m hoping someone can point me in the right direction. I’m currently trying to run a static structural analysis of a caravan chassis, mainly to check the chassis…

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## [Simulation Diverges - Looking for Support](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/simulation-diverges-looking-for-support/101276)

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**Author:** [@braindeaduser](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/braindeaduser)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2026, 3:19pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/simulation-diverges-looking-for-support/101276 "2026-08-11T15:19:05Z")

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Compressible Analysis for Drag & Temperature | SimScale Workbench I am a college student using the Compressible simulation to investigate how varying nose radii affects the trade-off between thermal protection and aerod…

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## [Boundary-condition strategy for liquid-cooled LPBF copper cold plates](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/boundary-condition-strategy-for-liquid-cooled-lpbf-copper-cold-plates/101264)

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**Author:** [@6585a0bd203841](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/6585a0bd203841)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2026, 11:26am UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/boundary-condition-strategy-for-liquid-cooled-lpbf-copper-cold-plates/101264 "2026-08-06T11:26:52Z")

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I am structuring a conjugate heat-transfer model for a liquid-cooled cold plate made by laser powder bed fusion in copper alloy. The internal channels are as-built, so the measured inputs available for correlation are fl…

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## [Can SimScale compute the natural angular velocity (RPM) of a wind turbine rotor from aerodynamic forces?](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/can-simscale-compute-the-natural-angular-velocity-rpm-of-a-wind-turbine-rotor-from-aerodynamic-forces/101246)

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**Author:** [@Deta22](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/Deta22)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 5, 2026, 2:57pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/can-simscale-compute-the-natural-angular-velocity-rpm-of-a-wind-turbine-rotor-from-aerodynamic-forces/101246 "2026-08-05T14:57:47Z")

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Hi SimScale Team, I am working on an academic CFD project involving an Archimedes Screw Wind Turbine (ASWT). My objective is to determine the natural rotational speed (angular velocity/RPM) of the rotor generated by th…

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## ['Pump simultion and predictions' simulation project by slaine](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/pump-simultion-and-predictions-simulation-project-by-slaine/101073)

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**Author:** [@slaine](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/slaine)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 4, 2026, 5:36pm UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/pump-simultion-and-predictions-simulation-project-by-slaine/101073 "2026-08-04T17:36:34Z")

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I created a new simulation project called 'Pump simultion and predictions': Pump predictions with Physics AI More of my public projects can be found here.

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## ['Rocket Fin FEM and CFD Analysis' simulation project by vedtz](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/rocket-fin-fem-and-cfd-analysis-simulation-project-by-vedtz/101257)

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**Author:** [@vedtz](https://www.simscale.com/forum/u/vedtz)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 4, 2026, 11:45am UTC](https://www.simscale.com/forum/t/rocket-fin-fem-and-cfd-analysis-simulation-project-by-vedtz/101257 "2026-08-04T11:45:41Z")

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I created a new simulation project called 'Rocket Fin FEM and CFD Analysis': This project analyzes the structural and aerodynamic performance of a rocket fin using Finite Element Method (FEM) and Computational Fluid Dyna…

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