Event Programme

Get ready for three days of immersive learning and networking at the ENGYS User Group Meeting 2023. The event kicks off with a full day of ELEMENTS and HELYX training sessions, followed by two days of insightful presentations, workshops, and interactive sessions that will take your simulation skills to the next level.

Designed to inspire and empower simulation enthusiasts, our event schedule will offer a unique opportunity to explore the latest advancements, gain insights from industry experts, and network with like-minded professionals.

Keep an eye on our website and social media channels for updates and announcements regarding the event schedule. We can't wait to welcome you to this extraordinary gathering of simulation enthusiasts!

Don't forget to register here if you'd like to attend.

> DAY 1 - HELYX Training Session - 23.OCT.2023

8:30am-9:15am

Registrations

9:15am-10:00am

Introduction to HELYX v4.1

Overview of new features and capabilities in the latest release of HELYX.

10:00am-11:00am

Advanced Meshing in HELYX

Learn how to use HELYX for meshing complex geometries using the newly algorithms developed by ENGYS.

11:00am-11:15am

Break (Coffee/Tea)

11:15am-12:00pm

Demonstration of the USF Solver for Multi-species Transport

Understand how to leverage the HELYX USF solver to setup, run and post-process a buoyant flow with inert mixtures.

12:00pm-1:00pm

Application of Reference Frames for Mesh Motion

Apply Reference Frames to solve mesh motion problems, including turbomachinery applications.

1:00pm-2:00pm

Lunch

2:00pm-3:00pm

Introducing Macro Language for Parametric Studies

Exploit HELYX macro language to automate parametric design studies.

3:00pm-3:45pm

DES/LES Modelling in HELYX

Learn how to setup and run DES/LES in HELYX using syntetic turbulence generator applied to external aerodynamics.

3:45pm-4:00pm

Break (Coffee/Tea)

4:00pm-5:30pm

Computational Aeroacoustics Methods in HELYX

Overview of the tools available in HELYX for aeroacustics, including a worked example.

> DAY 1 - ELEMENTS Training Session - 23.OCT.2023

8:30am-9:15am

Registrations

9:15am-10:15am

Introduction to ELEMENTS and New Features in v4.1

Overview of new features and capabilities in the latest release of ELEMENTS.

10:15am-11:00am

External Aero – DES Coupe Simulation (Using the Aero Wizard)

Learn how to set up Automotive cases using best practices with the Aero Wizard.

11:00am-11:15am

Break (Coffee/Tea)

11:15am-12:00pm

Custom Templates – Overview of Configuration Files

Understand the benefits and potential of ELEMENTS Custom Templates.

12:00pm-1:00pm

Hands-On – Custom Template Creation

Learn how to customise Template files for your own analysis and specific needs.

1:00pm-2:00pm

Lunch

2:00pm-3:00pm

Wheel Modeling with AMI

Learn about improved wheel modeling in ELEMENTS using the Sliding Mesh Interface.

3:00pm-3:45pm

Wheel Modeling with GRF

Learn about improved wheel modeling in ELEMENTS using the Generalised Moving Reference Frame.

4:00pm-5:30pm

Topology and Shape Optimization using ELEMENTS-Adjoint

An introduction to a practical adjoint optimisation tool within ELEMENTS that anyone can use.

> DAY 2 - Technical Sessions - 24.OCT.2023

9:00am-10:00am

Registrations

10:00am-10:20am

Opening Speech ENGYS UGM 2023

Welcome and introduction to the ENGYS User Group Meeting 2023.

Thomas Schumacher - ENGYS (Germany)

10:20am-11:10am

Keynote - Conjugate Heat Transfer Evaluations on Bionic Battery Cooling Plates

Mr. Brotz's presentation will delve into the fascinating world of CFD Thermal Management, showcasing the innovative applications and advancements achieved through cutting-edge CFD technologies.

Friedrich Brotz - MAHLE (Germany)

11:10am-11:30am

Coffee Break

11:30am-12:00pm

Empowering Automotive External Aerodynamics Using Advanced RBF Mesh Morphing Methods

Prof. Biancolini will introduce us to the world of automotive aerodynamics enhancement using advanced radial basis functions (RBF) mesh morphing methods.

Marco Biancolini - RBF Morph (Italy)

12:00pm-12:30pm

Automated CFD Workflow for Water Service Reservoir Analysis

In his presentation, Mr. Chalke will unveil an automated CFD workflow designed for the analysis of water service reservoirs.

John Chalke - WSP (UK)

12:30pm-1:00pm

Validation of an Efficient Block-Coupled Solver Automated Workflow for Urban Wind Flow Modelling

SoftSim’s success story in partnership with ENGYS and their transformative journey towards more sophisticated and reliable solutions in the Architecture, Engineering & Construction (AEC) industry.

Sergey Mijorski - SoftSim (Bulgaria)

1:00pm-2:20pm

LUNCH / FACETIME

2:20pm-2:50pm

A Comprehensive CFD Workflow For The Development of Climate-Resilient Cities

In this presentation, Mr. Capra will introduce a comprehensive and holistic approach that can predict wind comfort, outdoor thermal comfort, and air quality parameters simultaneously.

Stefano Capra - Ramboll (Denmark)

2:50pm-3:20pm

Simulating Thermal Runaway Inside the Battery Pack and Impact on Surrounding Components

This presentation will show how thermal runaway propagation can be simulated inside the battery pack, how the runaway can be slowed down or even prohibited and its impact on surrounding components.

Vishnuvardhan Ranganathan - ThermoAnalytics (Germany)

3:20pm-3:40pm

COFFEE BREAK

3:40pm-4:10pm

The Aerodynamic Development of the Lightship L1 Trailer

This presentation will cover the methods used for the development of the Lightship L1 Trailer, as well as the results achieved during the project, and talk about how some of those techniques are now being incorporated into the core of the ELEMENTS software.

Thomas Schumacher - ENGYS (Germany)

4:10pm-4:40pm

Optimizing Train Cabin Ventilation with CFD Analysis

Discover real-world case studies and innovative solutions that are driving efficiency and environmental consciousness in modern train cabin ventilation.

Franco Romero - RDT Engineers (Spain)

4:40pm-4:45pm

DAY CLOSURE

7:00pm-11:00pm

RECEPTION / DINNER

Unterschweinstiege Restaurant

> DAY 3 - Technical Sessions - 25.OCT.2023

8:30am-9:30am

Registrations

9:30am-10:10am

ENGYS Technology Roadmap

Dr. de Villiers will review the latest developments and advances in CFD technologies at ENGYS to be deployed as part of HELYX and ELEMENTS in coming releases.

Eugene De Villiers - ENGYS (UK)

10:10am-10:40am

AI Accelerated Engineering – Data-Driven Approaches to Complex Engineering Challenges

Explore how AI can fast-track engineering problem-solving using accurate real-time predictions.

Matthias Bauer - NAVASTO (Germany)

10:40am-11:10am

Simulation of the Zinc Flow in a Hot Dip Galvanizer Heated by Channel Inductors

This presentation will showcase insights into the multi-region mesh generation, model setup, and solution process used to simulate zinc flow in a hot dip galvanizer heated by channel inductors.

Norbert Vogl - SMS Group (Germany)

11:10am-11:30am

COFFEE BREAK

11:30am-12:00pm

LES and KFWH-Method for the Prediction of Underwater Radiated Noise of Propeller-Hull Combinations

Mr. Kimmerl will present a comprehensive study on predicting underwater radiated noise from propeller-hull combinations, a topic of growing importance in marine vessel design due to environmental concerns and military needs.

Julian Kimmerl - SCHOTTEL (Germany)

12:00pm-12:30pm

Simulation Driven Development at Grundfos: How HELYX Enables Fast Design Iterations of Complex Geometries

This presentation will showcase a collection of cases involving conjugate heat transfer (motor thermal management) as well as parametric optimization.

Kristian Christoffersen - Grundfos (Denmark)

12:30pm-1:00pm

Validating HELYX for accurate prediction of propeller performance

Mr. Geremia's presentation will showcase CFD validation cases for open-water and behind hull conditions, as well as automation of the CFD setup through python journalling.

Paolo Geremia, ENGYS (Italy)

1:00pm-2:20pm

LUNCH / FACETIME

2:20pm-2:50pm

Data Centre Modelling in HELYX

Mr. Chalke will delve into the open-source approach to modeling airflow in a 7MW data center housing 700 cabinets. He'll explore its comparison with a commercial code method, highlighting the significant reduction in computational effort achieved with HELYX.

John Chalke, WSP (UK)

2:50pm-3:20pm

Validation of a numerical model for the prediction of pollutant dispersion over Tokyo’s Polytechnic University campus

This presentation will showcase a study to validate the accuracy of a CFD model in predicting gaseous pollutant dispersion over a large urban area.

Stefano Capra - Ramboll (Denmark)

3:20pm-3:50pm

HPC-Based Engineering Design for Control of Smoke in Subway Tunnels

This presentation will explore how advanced HPC technology revolutionized smoke control in subway tunnels through CFD simulations.

Paolo Geremia, ENGYS (Italy)

3:50pm-4:00pm

EVENT CLOSURE

4:00pm-4:30pm

FINAL NETWORKING (COFFEE / TEA)

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