The FluidLab Project

FluidLab is an educational platform dedicated to making fluid dynamics accessible and engaging through interactive web-based simulations.

Our Mission

We believe that complex physical phenomena like fluid dynamics are best understood through hands-on exploration. Our mission is to create intuitive, visually stunning simulations that allow anyone to experiment with fluid behavior, regardless of their technical background.

The Technology

FluidLab simulations are built using cutting-edge web technologies including:

• WebGL for hardware-accelerated graphics rendering
• Canvas API for 2D simulations and effects
• Next.js for a fast, responsive user interface
• GLSL Shaders for complex fluid calculations
• Navier-Stokes Equations for physically accurate fluid behavior

Educational Value

Our simulations are designed to illustrate key concepts in fluid dynamics, including:

• Viscosity and fluid resistance
• Turbulence and vorticity
• Surface tension and capillary action
• Wave propagation and interference
• Diffusion and mixing
• Buoyancy and thermal convection

Open Source

FluidLab is an open-source project, and we welcome contributions from developers, educators, and fluid dynamics enthusiasts. Our code is available on GitHub, and we encourage you to explore, modify, and extend our simulations.

Future Plans

We're constantly working to improve FluidLab with new simulations, enhanced physics, and better educational resources. Future updates will include:

• 3D fluid simulations
• Guided tutorials and educational content
• Simulation parameter presets for specific phenomena
• Ability to save and share simulation states
• Integration with VR/AR for immersive experiences