Bulk Data

The Bulk Calculator quickly calculates and shows bulk-weighted results on a Results Plane. Bulk (mass-weighted) results are automatically updated as the active Plane is moved.

Usage

Start by positioning the Results Plane in the desired location.

1. Open the Bulk dialog.
2. Select the desired quantities for bulk calculation.
3. Change the units of the output quantity with the adjacent menu list.
4. Click the Calculate button.
5. The bulk results are written to the Output tab.

To save bulk data when animating a transient analysis, click the Save button. The results from the active time steps will be saved to an Excel csv file.

Notes

• Pressure is static gage pressure.
• Volume Flow Rate is the product of velocity and area.
• Pressure Force is the pressure integrated over an area (This is an area-weighted pressure. The pressure value produces a mass-weighted pressure value).
• Velocity components are displayed by selecting Velocities.