Simulation of reactive Thermo-Fluid Systems
Simulation of reactive Thermo-Fluid Systems
Welcome to the website of the Institute for Simulation of reactive Thermo-Fluid Systems. We focus on modeling and simulating (CFD = Computational Fluid Dynamics) thermo-fluid dynamic processes in mechanical and chemical process engineering. Typical technical applications include internal combustion engines, reactors in process engineering, gas turbines or catalysts.
The motivation for our research
The research group's work is characterized by close collaboration between basic and application-oriented research.
Fundamental research questions on relevant sub-processes often arise from technical applications. Some typical examples are turbulence-chemistry interaction, population balance dynamics, high-pressure sprays or fluid-wall interactions.
To this end, we develop mathematical models for applications involving the simulation of chemical engineering processes and the combustion of solid, liquid and gaseous fuels. This allows methods and results from fundamental research to be directly transferred to technical applications.
We are developing a suite of in-house software tools, but we also use packages such as OpenFOAM®, ANSYS® CFX® and ANSYS® Fluent®, extended by our methods and codes. Simulations are carried out on our own cluster and on large-scale computing facilities at national computing centers.
Prof. Christian Hasse,
Head of STFS
In our research, we investigate clean energy conversion processes. With simulations on high-performance computers, we gain detailed insights into reactive flows that were unthinkable just a few years ago. In doing so, we bridge the gap between basic research and technical applications.
Videos & Simulations
Want to find out about who we are and what we do? Visit our video page.
News from STFS
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HiWi for reactive simulations in OpenFOAM
November 30, 2022
Zur Unterstützung der Forschung am Fachgebiet STFS wird eine Wissenschaftliche Hilfskraft gesucht. Gegenwärtige Fragestellungen befassen sich mit der turbulenten Verbrennung von Wasserstoff als zukünftigem Energieträger, Schadstoffbildung sowie die Entwicklung neuer Verbrennungskonzepte.
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Bild: RSMFrankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung berichtet über Forschung im Clusterprojekt Clean Circles
November 29, 2022
Eisen statt Kohle als Energieträger der nahen Zukunft
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Towards Carbon-neutral Energy and Processes: A one-day seminar hosted by RSM
Oktober 17, 2022
Join us for an interesting seminar on the transformation of our future energy systems on the occasion of the 70th birthday of Prof. Dr. Katharina Kohse-Höinghaus
On the occasion of the 70th birthday of Prof. Dr. Katharina Kohse-Höinghaus, we cordially invite you to a one-day seminar entitled „Towards Carbon-neutral Energy and Processes“. Topical reviews will be presented by distinguished scientists, providing the opportunity for intense discussion and networking. Information on the presenters, titles and abstracts can be found below. The event is especially aimed at PhD candidates and postdoctoral fellows. For travel information, accommodations and online registration, please visit the homepage of this seminar (link below). This seminar is supported by the Clean Circles and SFB/Transregio 150 projects.
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Science Reporter: Simulation reaktiver Thermo-Fluid Systeme
September 08, 2022
Die Professoren Christian Hasse und Andreas Dreizler im Interview mit Science Reporter Carlos Meyer
Wie können wir in der Zukunft klimaneutral fliegen? Und wie können wir erneuerbare Energien wie z. B. Windenergie speichern, um Strom auch bei Windstille bereitstellen zu können? Mit diesen Fragen beschäftigt sich Prof. Dr.-Ing. Christian Hasse an der Technischen Universität Darmstadt. An dem rund siebenminütigen Beitrag aus der Reihe „Science Reporter“ war auch Professor Andreas Dreizler, der konkrete Experimente zum Thema erläutert.
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Presentation by Prof. Hasse on multi-regime combustion in Combustion Webinar
May 24, 2022
Lecture now available on YouTube
On 3/26/2022, Prof. Hasse gave a presentation on multi-regime combustion in the Combustion Webinar. Multi-regime combustion occurs in almost all technical systems and its importance will increase significantly with the future use of hydrogen.
Introduction to institutes of RSM & STFS at the TU Darmstadt
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Contact
Patricia John
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work +49 6151 16-24141
Work
L1|01 283
Otto-Berndt-Str. 2
64287
Darmstadt