We perform basic performance analysis and design of turbomachinery using state-of-the-art CFD methods. The entire analysis workflow is fully automated in the InsightCAE framework and uses only open source software. This enables very cost-effective simulations, short turnaround times and easy integration into automated optimization frameworks.
Category: Turbomachinery and Propellers
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Fiber composite propeller blade
Propellers with blades made of fiber composite materials (e.g., CFRP or GFRP) are flexible. During design, the deformation of the blades under operating load must be taken into account. We have developed a software solution to perform the necessary CFD simulations with fluid-structure coupling using OpenFOAM and Code_Aster.
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Cavitation
Cavitation is a limiting phenomenon for turbomachinery operating in fluids. CFD simulation is the most reliable method for predicting the onset of cavitation and its effects on machine performance.
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Propulsion Analysis
After determining a propeller open water curve using CFD or another calculation method, further analysis, e.g. propulsion analysis, is required to predict the propulsion performance for a specific vessel. We have developed analysis software solutions for seamless integration into the design process, relying exclusively on open source software.