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The missing tool in polymer extrusion? One word: Simulation

February 19, 2019

“One word: plastics” is no longer good advice. Let's use "one word: simulation" instead.

By Elspeth Mosedale

Well control equipment: Metal hat, Fireproof coveralls... CFD

January 30, 2019

In the Oil & Gas industry, the integration of possible risk linked with well control — such as subsea plume, atmospheric dispersion, fire and explosion — is critical for minimizing impact on the ...

By Gaetan Bouzard

Ener Consulting automates simulation of pressure vessels in conformity with international standards

January 30, 2019

Ener Consulting, founded in 2002 with headquarters in Prato, Italy, offers engineering consulting to industrial customers. One of the core services offered is the verification of pressure equipment, ...

Neural networks & digital twins change the O&M in the wind industry

November 22, 2018

Today wind power represents 4.4% of the total generated power. By 2030, this is to increase up to 20%. The challenges for wind turbine manufacturers are wide-ranging: the aerodynamic performance of t...

By Els Verlinden

The fastest chemistry solver on the CFD market?!

October 03, 2018

Designing next generation combustion systems is a true challenge today, with stricter and stricter emission regulations, competitive pressure to deliver shorter time-to-market to stay ahead of compet...

Cementing the future of rotary kilns through simulation and intelligent design exploration

September 24, 2018

On a recent trail run along the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains near my home, I ran alongside the beautiful Lexington Reservoir. Curious to learn about why and when the reservoir was constructe...

Not in my backyard! How annoying is wind turbine noise?

August 17, 2018

Although everybody is in favor of clean and green energy, turbines are perceived as a noise polutor, but is this really so? Learn more here.

By Frank Demesmaeker

All about durability testing and engineering at your fingertips

Learn about durability testing and engineering from the basics. Understand fundamental behaviors of a system and its components to avoid product failure.

By Joelle Beuzit

Let there be wind – Regulations in the energy sector

December 17, 2015

Wind turbines can provide green alternative energy, but they must be tested before generating wind power. Read how Aeroacoustics, together with Simcenter do this.

By Frank Demesmaeker