CFD modeling of traffic tidal flow: Assessment of pollutant dispersion

Pollutant distribution remains poorly understood when traffic tidal flows (TTFs) happen. By conducting computational fluid dynamic (CFD) simulations, the research efforts first focus on how different-side traffic-produced flow and turbulence (TPFT) affect in-canyon airflow and corresponding pollutant dispersion. Second, the composite effects of non-uniform traffic emission and TPFT are investigated. Finally, the influences of TTFs while varying different street canyon geometry and approaching wind condition is explored.