Workflow

Each stage of the simulation process has its own specific work flow:

• In the Setup phase, you define the analysis model. This typically requires several parameters, including materials, boundary conditions, and mesh settings.
• In the Solve phase, you define the physical model, specify how often results are saved, and run the simulation.
• In the Results phase, you visualize and extract simulation results.
• In the Compare phase, you iterate on the design, and use the Decision Center to assess results from multiple scenarios in the design study.

Autodesk® CFD provides two primary workflows for most tasks: Ribbon-centric and Model-centric. This flexibility provides several benefits:

1. Maximized screen space for easier model interaction.
2. Fewer workflow interruptions.
3. Improved usability for all levels of users.
4. Intuitive discoverability and accessibility of key workflow actions.

Model navigation is a fundamental workflow in Autodesk® CFD. It is essential for interacting with your model efficiently, and for nearly every part of the simulation process.