v10.0 [May 12, 2015]
General
64 bit version alternatively to 32 bit version
Reference geometry in meridional project representation for better comparing complete projects
2 impellers within one project possible
e.g. two-stage axial turbine or radial pump with inducer
Export of tetrahedral volume mesh
for using in FEM, CFD
Impeller
Design of axial pumps specific design theory, empirical correlations and geometric properties
Design of axial fans specific design theory, empirical correlations and geometric properties
Design of axial turbines specific design theory, empirical correlations and geometric properties
Design of axial inducer pumps specific design theory, empirical correlations and geometric properties
Display of velocity triangle values on any span position more information at blade design
VistaTF Interface enables fast flow simulation inside designed impellers
Import of meanline geometry for comfortable redesign
Optional using NACA or point based profile data with central profile manager; easy to extend
Asymmetric blade profiles at leading/ trailing edge Definition of specific asymmetry at blade edges
Blade-to-blade display for visualization of blade shape and camber
New leading edge type with linear thickness progression inclusive asymmetric shape
Volute
Display of slope angle progression for better control of spiral shape
Specification of A/r progression more flexibility for controling spiral shape
Tangential transition from spiral to diffuser 3D model with higher surface quality
Definition of spiral contour with circular arcs alternatively simple spiral shapes for ventilators
Splitter of double volutes in the outlet diffuser variable position of splitter extend
Splitter of double volutes with rounded edges and fillets fillets at splitter leading and trailing edge
v9.2 [Apr 12, 2014]
1. General
- Flexible definition of specific speed
- Flexible definition of flow and blade angles
- More comfortable unit selection
- Enhanced triangulation of 3D models
- Display options directly in the diagrams
- Several models for thermodynamic gas properties
- Enhanced error handling with sending bug reports
- Allow loading of Model States in Batch Mode
2. Impeller
- Design of waste water pumps (1-3 blades)
- Display of meridional contour with neighboring components
- Tangential meridional connections
- Display of currently active empirical functions
- Circular blades exactly modelled as cutouts of cylinder barrel surface
- Slip model by Aungier
- Display of optimal blade angles for information
3. Volute
- Basic functionality for double volutes
- Simple 3D-trimming at cut-water
v9.0 [Sep 26, 2011]
General:
- Design of complete machines/ stages consisting of several coupled components
- Revised graphical user interface of main window
- New module "Stator" for design of vaned and unvaned stators (radial diffusers, bowl diffusers, free-form)
- XML file format
- Viewer mode if no license available
Impeller:
- Mean lines: design alternatively by direct manipulation of Beta progression
- Display of all progressions alternatively over meridional (m), radial (r) or axial coordinate (z), using absolute or relative values in each case
- Meridian: coupling of Bezier points can be switched off optionally
- Meridian: limit stop for Bezier point positions can be switched off optionally
- Meridian: easy axial positioning of complete geometry
Volute:
- Separate cut-water dialog
- Asymmetric cross section optionally to other side
