Fan Blade Trailing‐Edge Noise Prediction Using RANS Simulations

An analytical model based on Paterson & Amiet's work dealing with the trailing‐edge noise of a blade has been previously validated thanks to a dedicated experiment on a low speed axial fan. Wall‐pressure spectra near the trailing‐edge of the blade and at different radii are needed for an accurate prediction. Only experiments and LES simulations are able to provide them. In an industrial context, both methods can not be applied since they are too expensive and time‐consuming. To overcome this difficulty, RANS simulations are combined with semi‐empirical wall‐pressure spectra to obtain the needed input data. The effect of the mean‐pressure gradient is taken into account. The model is applied first to the noise radiated by an airfoil placed in the open‐jet of an anechoic wind tunnel, then to an automotive cooling fan and finally to an aircraft engine fan. RANS simulations are post‐processed to run the analytical model with appropriate input data. The noise predictions are then compared with experimental results.

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