Comparison of large eddy simulation predictions with particle image velocimetry data for the airflow in a generic cabin model

This paper presents a comparison of CFD predictions, using the large eddy simulation model (LES), with experimental data obtained with the particle image velocimetry technique (PIV). At all five monitoring locations, a good agreement was found between the LES predicted and the PIV measured velocity components. The main aim of the study was to analyze the temporal variation of the experimental data.