Product overview
Palabos (Parallel Lattice Boltzmann Solver) is an open-source CFD software focused on the simulation of complex fluid dynamics problems using the Lattice Boltzmann method (LBM). It is particularly noted for its ability to handle parallel simulations efficiently, making it suitable for high-performance computing environments. Palabos is used in academic and industrial research for applications ranging from fluid mechanics and heat transfer to biomedical engineering, offering a versatile toolkit for detailed flow analysis and modeling.Operating Systems
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Simulation types
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Steady-State CFD Analysis
Steady-State CFD Analysis: Analyzes fluid flow or heat transfer over time until it reaches a steady condition where variables do not change
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Turbulent Flow Simulation
Turbulent Flow Simulation: Involves the numerical analysis of fluid flows with chaotic and irregular fluctuations, aiming to predict the complex interactions within turbulent flows
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Transient CFD Analysis
Transient CFD Analysis: Studies how fluid flow or thermal properties change over time, capturing dynamic effects
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Compressible Flow Analysis
Incompressible Flow Analysis: Assumes fluid density remains constant, typically used for low-speed fluid flows
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Incompressible Flow Analysis
Incompressible Flow Analysis: Assumes fluid density remains constant, typically used for low-speed fluid flows
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Non-Newtonian Fluids
Non-Newtonian Fluids: Simulates fluids whose viscosity changes with the rate of shear strain, such as slurries and polymers
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Cavitation Analysis
Cavitation Analysis: Examines the formation of vapor cavities in a liquid, often occurring in pumps and propellers
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Combustion Analysis
Combustion Analysis: Studies the chemical reaction of burning and its effects on fluid flow and heat transfer
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Conjugate Heat Transfer
Conjugate Heat Transfer: Simulates the combined modes of heat transfer (conduction, convection, and radiation) in solids and fluids
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Free Surface Flow Analysis
Free Surface Flow Analysis: Deals with flows having a free surface interface between two fluids, like water and air
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Heat Transfer Analysis
Heat Transfer Analysis: Involves conduction, convection, and radiation studies in fluids and solids
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Design of Experiments
Design of Experiments (DoE): A systematic method to determine the relationship between factors affecting a process and the output of that process
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Particle and Droplet Tracking (Lagrangian Modeling)
Particle and Droplet Tracking (Lagrangian Modeling): Simulates the movement of particles or droplets within a fluid flow
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Electromagnetic Analysis (Magnetohydrodynamics
Electromagnetic Analysis (Magnetohydrodynamics, Plasma): Studies the interaction between magnetic fields and conducting fluids
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Plasma)
Electromagnetic Analysis (Magnetohydrodynamics, Plasma): Studies the interaction between magnetic fields and conducting fluids
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Multiphysics with Structure (Fluid-Structure Interaction)
Multiphysics with Structure (Fluid-Structure Interaction): Analyzes the interaction between fluid flow and structural elements
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Acoustic Analysis (Aeroacoustics)
Acoustic Analysis (Aeroacoustics): Examines noise generated by turbulent fluid flow
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Multiphase Flow Simulation.
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Turbulance Models
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RANS Model
RANS Model (Reynolds-Averaged Navier-Stokes): Simplifies turbulence by averaging the effects over time, suitable for steady-state or slowly varying flows
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LES (Large Eddy Simulation)
LES (Large Eddy Simulation): Resolves large-scale turbulent flow structures directly and models smaller scales, offering high fidelity at a higher computational cost
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DES (Detached Eddy Simulation)
DES (Detached Eddy Simulation): A hybrid approach combining RANS and LES, used for flows with regions of separation and recirculation
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SAS (Scale-Adaptive Simulation).
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Meshing Capabilities
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Automatic Mesh Generation
Automatic Mesh Generation: Automatically creates a mesh based on the geometry and flow conditions
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Local Region Meshing
Local Region Meshing: Allows finer meshing in regions of interest for better accuracy
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Boundary Layer Meshing
Boundary Layer Meshing: Creates fine mesh layers near solid boundaries to capture boundary layer effects
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Mesh Convergence Analysis
Mesh Convergence Analysis: Determines the optimal mesh size for accuracy by comparing results from different mesh densities
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Unstructured Meshing
Unstructured Meshing: Uses tetrahedrons, hexahedrons, etc., for complex geometries
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Adaptive Meshing
Adaptive Meshing: Refines the mesh during the simulation based on solution gradients
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Hybrid Meshing (Combination of Grid Types)
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Overset Grids (Chimera Grids)
Overset Grids (Chimera Grids): Allows overlapping meshes, useful for moving objects
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Structured Grids (Rectangular
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Cartesian)
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Moving Mesh and Deforming Mesh Capabilities.
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Solver Capabilities
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Speed and Efficiency
Speed and Efficiency: Focuses on solving simulations quickly and efficiently
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Parallel Processing
Parallel Processing: Utilizes multiple processors or cores to speed up computations
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Solver Customization
Solver Customization: Allows users to customize or script the solver for specific needs
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Native Multi-GPU Solver
Native Multi-GPU Solver: Leverages multiple Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) for faster processing
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Implicit Solver
Implicit Solver: Handles equations as a coupled system for stability in steady-state and transient simulations
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Explicit Solver.
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