Analisys of hiperpycnal poly-disperse plume by direct numerical simulation

Abstract

The studies on transport mechanics and sediment deposition in bed slope channels has rapidly increased over the last decade, this is associated with the fact that they play a fundamental role on the formation of hydrocarbon reservoirs. This work aims to investigate, through direct numerical simulation, the plunge phenomena dynamics when a heavier density fluid, full of particles, flows into a lower density environment. Simulations were carried out with Incompact3d, a code based on a Boussinesq system for incompressible fluids was utilized. The channel’s entrance sediment concentration and flow rate influence on the plunge point and deposition profiles were investigated. Results are compared with theoretical models and physical experiments.

Felipe N. Schuch

Application Engineer

I have the experience of applying and also developing computational tools that are able to solve complex problems, besides processing, visualizing, and communicating the data produced by these solutions. They are often powered by High-Performance Computing (HPC).