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Flow Modeling Proves Hurricane Damage Caused by Wind, Not Water
Overview
Flow Modeling Proves Hurricane Damage Caused by Wind, Not WaterANSYS |
Application Infrastructure & Middleware - Database Management & Storage Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) - Cloud Storage Services | |
Buildings Cement | |
Building Automation & Control Structural Health Monitoring | |
Operational Impact
The use of ANSYS Fluent software allowed TRC to build a detailed and accurate model of the storage building and the surrounding structures. This model, combined with wind speed and direction data, enabled them to simulate the wind-induced pressures on the building. The results of this simulation provided compelling evidence that the damage to the building was caused by wind, not water. This not only resulted in the successful settlement of the case against the insurance company but also demonstrated the effectiveness of using advanced simulation software in such cases. The success of this case has potential implications for similar cases in the future, where accurate modeling can be used to determine the cause of damage. | |
Quantitative Benefit
The model accurately predicted two locations with outward forces strong enough to cause the observed damage. | |
The predicted locations closely agreed with the actual damage, providing strong evidence for the case. | |
The case against the insurance company was successfully settled, ensuring the claim was paid. | |