Working with Spheres

Once created, this volume shape has a node in the Simcenter STAR-CCM+ object tree, has its own properties and shares a context menu with other types of volume shapes.

The sphere volume shape can be created either manually or graphically using the point tool. An example is shown below:

Creating a Sphere

On selecting the Sphere option in the New Shape pop up menu, the Create Sphere Volume Shape dialog appears on the plot display.

To define the sphere, specify the Origin of the sphere and the Radius, using either the global cartesian or a local coordinate system. The point tool allows the origin to be selected graphically by dragging the ball to the appropriate location, or alternatively, the coordinates can be entered directly into the dialog. Note that a representation of the sphere can be seen by entering a Radius value and pressing enter. Pressing the Create button creates a new node that is called Sphere 1 under the Volume Shapes node. This process can be repeated as many times as necessary to create further spherical shapes. Press the Close button to complete the operation.

Sphere Properties

You can use the properties that are listed below to adjust the specifications of the sphere.