In this paper, two novel data-driven models based on kriging and neural networks (NN) are proposed to predict pressure losses across perforated plates with circular perforations in turbulent flows. The models are developed using two sets of experimental data available in the literature.
arXiv:2606. 29628v1 Announce Type: cross Abstract: In this paper, two novel data-driven models based on kriging and neural networks (NN) are proposed to predict pressure losses across perforated plates with circular perforations in turbulent flows.
arXiv:2606. 07724v1 Announce Type: new Abstract: High-fidelity computational fluid dynamics (CFD) is crucial to vehicle aerodynamic analysis, but its cost still constrains early-stage design exploration.
arXiv:2609.17160v1 Announce Type: new Abstract: Machine-learning surrogate models offer a promising alternative to high-fidelity Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations for aerodynamic analysi...
The paper introduces a panoramic aerodynamic performance prediction framework for turbomachinery cascades that first predicts basic Navier-Stokes parameters (temperature, pressure, density) and then derives key turbine stage performance metrics. A transformer‑enhanced neural operator (TNO) is trained on Rotor 37 blades to accurately predict transonic compressor blade performance, outperforming state‑of‑the‑art deep learning operators like FNO and DeepONet. The TNO also supports downstream tasks such as sensitivity analysis and optimization, achieving CFD‑like results while cutting computational cost by four orders of magnitude.
Kolmogorov Arnold networks (KAN) have recently been introduced as a (deep) neural network architecture whose trainable parameters adapt the activation functions, instead of the coefficients of the affine transformations at the core of traditional architectures such as deep multilayer perceptrons (MLPs). This architecture builds on the Kolmogorov-Arnold theorem, which endows it with universal approximation properties.
arXiv:2606. 27126v1 Announce Type: new Abstract: Kolmogorov Arnold networks (KAN) have recently been introduced as a (deep) neural network architecture whose trainable parameters adapt the activation functions, instead of the coefficients of the affine transformations at the core of traditional architectures such as deep multilayer perceptrons (MLPs).
The paper explores using residual learning with an LSTM neural network to enhance unsteady aerodynamic load predictions for aeroelastic applications. By training the network on the difference between high‑fidelity CFD lift data and a physics‑based Wagner model for the NLR 7301 airfoil in transonic flow, the residual approach consistently outperforms a direct neural‑network model in most tests, especially in generalization scenarios. The study demonstrates that residual learning can effectively augment classical low‑order aerodynamic theories by learning a lower‑variance correction to the baseline physics model.
arXiv:2608. 08114v1 Announce Type: cross Abstract: In this work, viscous fluid flow governed by the Stokes equations in highly perforated domains is studied using physics-informed neural networks (PINNs).
The paper presents an adaptive physics-informed neural network (PINN) framework for solving the Blasius boundary‑layer equation. By combining gradient‑norm‑based loss weighting, nonuniform residual‑based collocation, and a sequential Adam–L‑BFGS optimization, the authors achieve a highly accurate prediction of the wall‑shear coefficient, with an absolute error of $1.896 imes10^{-5}$ for $f''(0)$. A comparative study of network architectures shows that a two‑hidden‑layer model yields the lowest wall‑shear error, while deeper networks reduce the weighted loss but increase physical error. "whyItMatters":"The adaptive framework demonstrates that coordinated adjustments to loss weighting, collocation strategy, and optimization can substantially improve the physical accuracy of PINNs for classical fluid dynamics problems."
arXiv:2409. 12707v2 Announce Type: replace-cross Abstract: Fluidic injection offers a promising solution to improve the performance of the overexpanded single expansion ramp nozzles (SERNs) during vehicle acceleration.
The paper explores using residual learning with an LSTM neural network to enhance unsteady aerodynamic load predictions for aeroelastic applications. By training the network on the difference between high‑fidelity CFD lift data and a physics‑based Wagner model, the residual approach outperforms a direct neural‑network model in most cases, especially in generalization tests. The study demonstrates that aligning residual inputs with the baseline physics variables yields lower error and more consistent performance across varied motion scenarios.
arXiv:2609.21590v1 Announce Type: cross Abstract: Accurate prediction of unsteady aerodynamic loads remains a major challenge in turbomachinery design. High-fidelity Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD...