How to do aerodynamic CFD tests for cars in Solidworks flow simulation | The Nr1 Designer

Learn how to run aerodynamic CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) tests on car designs using SolidWorks Flow Simulation. In this step-by-step tutorial, I walk you through setting up boundary conditions, meshing, running the simulation, and analyzing drag coefficient (Cd) results on a custom hypercar body.

This is the exact workflow I use at Veldboom Studios to validate the aerodynamics of the Yggdrasil MC — a 3D-printed electric microcar built in Amsterdam.

⏱️ What you’ll learn:
- Setting up SolidWorks Flow Simulation for external aerodynamics
- Defining boundary conditions (inlet velocity, pressure outlets)
- Meshing best practices for automotive CFD
- Reading pressure plots, velocity streamlines, and drag results
- How to iterate on your car design based on CFD data

📌 Related videos:
- How to Design a Car in SolidWorks (Surface Modeling): youtube.com/watch?v=9eeTGrVAjKA
- Hubless In-Wheel Electric Motor Explained: youtube.com/watch?v=YbcZknpbjLs
- V6 Race Engine Build Series: youtube.com/watch?v=chDHYsfLNXA

🚗 About Veldboom Studios:
We design, engineer, and 3D-print electric vehicles and digital twins from Amsterdam. From SolidWorks CAD to Unreal Engine visualization — we build the future of urban mobility.

🔗 Links:
🌐 veldboomstudios.com
📧 [email protected]
📸 instagram.com/veldboomstudios/

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