Objective

To develop an interactive platform that allows engineering students to simulate fluid mechanics experiments such as laminar/turbulent flow, pipe flow, and fluid dynamics in various setups, with adjustable parameters for hands-on learning and visualization.

Key Features

Student Panel:

• Simulate fluid flow in pipes, channels, and tanks with adjustable parameters (velocity, pressure, viscosity, diameter)

• Visualize laminar vs turbulent flow patterns

• Monitor real-time variables: velocity profile, pressure drop, Reynolds number

• Save simulation data and export graphs for reports

• Step-by-step instructions and theory explanations for each experiment

Teacher Panel:

• Create, upload, or modify fluid mechanics experiments

• Assign simulation exercises to students

• Monitor student experiment attempts and results

• Provide feedback on student-submitted simulations

Admin Panel:

• Manage users (students & teachers)

• Monitor system performance and active sessions

• Add new fluid mechanics scenarios or adjustable parameters

• View analytics on most-used simulations and student engagement

Tech Stack

Workflow (Step-by-Step)

1. User Registration & Login

• Students and teachers register/login securely

• Access dashboards with simulation modules

2. Experiment Selection

• Students select a fluid mechanics scenario (pipe flow, channel flow, flow over obstacle, etc.)

• Adjust parameters: velocity, fluid type, viscosity, pipe diameter, pressure

3. Simulation Execution

• Run the simulation in real-time

• Visualize flow patterns, velocity vectors, pressure distribution, and Reynolds number

• Switch between 2D and 3D views for better understanding

4. Data Collection & Reporting

• Record results automatically

• Export graphs, velocity profiles, and pressure data for reports

• Teachers can review and provide feedback on student simulations

5. Analytics & Progress Tracking

• Track student engagement with simulations

• Generate reports for instructors on experiment completion, parameter variations, and accuracy

• Identify areas of difficulty for targeted teaching