Prediction and analysis of aeroacoustic characteristics of a real-size high-speed train running in open field using compressible Large Eddy Simulation and vortex sound source

Abstract

With the rapid advancement of technology, high-speed trains have been requested to increases their speeds. Aerodynamic noise generated from the external flow fields around these trains has become a critical factor to be addressed during a design phase. Accurate prediction of flow-induced noise in high-speed trains requires high-resolution sound source generation in the near-field and precise noise propagation analysis in the acoustic field without numerical dissipation. This necessitates the appropriate design of grids, taking into account aerodynamic noise generation and propagation in conjunction with the length scales of the relevant components of a real-size train. To tackle this challenge, the present research employs a three-dimensional compressible Large Eddy Simulation (LES) technique with high-resolution grids to simultaneously calculate the external flow and acoustic fields of a real-size high-speed train consisting of five cars running in an open field. A comprehensive analysis is conducted to evaluate the contributions of major components, namely, a cap, pantograph, bogie, intercoach, and HVAC cover, which are well-known as significant contributors to high-speed train flow-induced noise. The study utilizes the vortex sound source approach to analyze the generation mechanism of flow-induced noise for each component, providing valuable insights that could potentially aid in reducing aerodynamic noise.