Using a Stride to Select Every Nth Cell, Particle, or Node in GMV
When using GMV's “Select” feature for cells, particles, or nodes, it is possible to specify a range and a stride, so that every Nth item is shown, and all others…
Hybrid Particle Cluster CPFD Simulation in the Acceleration and Stabilized Sections of a Downflow Circulating Fluidized Bed
This study by Cesar Medina-Pedraza and Hugo de Lasa of the University of Western Ontario reports a numerical hybrid cluster CPFD simulation of a downer reactor unit.
CPFD Releases Barracuda Virtual Reactor 23.1
CPFD announces the release of Barracuda Virtual Reactor® 23.1 includes new physics models to more realistically model gas bubbles in liquid domains, as well as systems with multiple particle and bubble species that have distinctly different close pack volume fractions.
Calculating the Volume of Selected Cells
It is often desired to calculate the volume of a spatial region that meets certain criteria. For visualization, GMV’s isovolume feature is very convenient and gives an on-screen view of…
Modelling Ensures a Successful Revamp
This article by engineers at TechnipFMC Process Technology and Suncor Energy, discusses an FCC regenerator revamp at the Suncor Edmonton refinery, aimed to incorporate advanced design features to mitigate operational challenges and improve reliability.
Known Issues 17.1.0
Known Issues main page Barracuda Virtual Reactor 17.1.0 Issues fixed in this version: KI-45: Energy balance may be incorrect due to inconsistencies at Pressure BCs KI-48: Particle feed rate may…
Design Study for Bio-Oil Production from Biomass Using a Dual Fluidized-Bed Reactor
Virtual Reactor simulations were used to evaluate the re-design and reconfiguration of a dual-fluidized bed (DFB) gasification system into a recirculating pyrolysis reactor, by researchers at NREL, UCSD, and West Biofuels, LLC.
Custom EMMS Drag Model Multiplier Tables
Proper selection of the drag model can have a significant effect on the results from Barracuda Virtual Reactor simulations. As part of our continuing study of drag models, CPFD Software,…
Cement Plant Reduces Costs while Lowering Carbon Footprint
After installation the plant confirmed that CO emissions were reduce over 70%, with a 22% increase in non-fossil fuel substitution. Return on investment was less than 6 month payback.
Changing Transient Data Points on Restart
In an ideal world, you would never forget to define all of the output data needed for a simulation, during the project setup process. In the real world, however, it sometimes…