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Step 6: Analyze Results
Plot Velocity Vectors
Let's plot the velocity vectors obtained from the FLUENT solution.
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We see that it takes 2-3 mesh cells for the flow to turn. According to inviscid theory, the shock is a discontinuity and the flow should turn instantly. In the FLUENT results, the shock is "smeared" over 2-3 cells. In the discrete equations that FLUENT solves, there are terms that act like viscosity. This introduced viscosity contributes to the smearing. A more thorough explanation would have to go into the details of the numerical solution procedure.
Plot Mach Number Contours
Let's take a look at the Mach number variation in the flowfield.
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We see that the Mach number behind the shockwave is uniform and equal to 2.2. Compare this to the corresponding analytical result.
Plot Pressure Coefficient Contours
Let's set the reference values necessary to calculate the pressure coefficient.
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Go to Step 7: Verify Results