When to use sliding mesh and when to use mrf method in Ansys Fluent

Choosing between a Sliding Mesh and MRF (Multiple Reference Frame) in ANSYS Fluent depends on the complexity of your simulation and the accuracy you require.

MRF (Multiple Reference Frame)

 * Simpler to set up and computationally less expensive.

 * Suitable for simulating rotating components in a stationary domain, where the relative velocity between the zones is constant (e.g., fans, turbines).

Sliding Mesh

 * More accurate for complex interactions between moving and stationary parts.

 * Captures the influence of the moving mesh on the flow field.

 * Computationally more expensive and requires a finer mesh near the interface.

In summary, use MRF for basic simulations with constant relative velocities. If you need higher accuracy or want to study the influence of mesh motion on the flow, then a Sliding Mesh is a better choice.

Here are some case studies for when to use a Sliding Mesh vs. MRF in ANSYS Fluent:

Sliding Mesh:

 * Stirred tank reactors: Simulating the interaction between a rotating impeller and the surrounding fluid for accurate prediction of mixing and power draw.

MRF:

 * Centrifugal pumps: Analyzing the steady-state flow performance of a pump with a rotating impeller.

Here are additional examples of when to use a Sliding Mesh vs. MRF in ANSYS Fluent:

Sliding Mesh:

 * Valve opening/closing: Simulating the transient flow behavior as a valve opens or closes, capturing the time-varying interaction between the valve and the fluid.

MRF:

 * Wind turbines: Analyzing the steady-state performance of a wind turbine, where the relative velocity between the rotating blades and the stationary air is constant.