Numerical simulation of ammonia flames (m/f/d)

As a carbon-free fuel, ammonia represents a promising alternative to carbon-based fuels, offering a pathway to significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the energy and transportation sectors. However, to achieve efficient Ammonia combustion, detailed understanding of the complex interactions between turbulence and chemistry is a prerequisite. Numerical simulation is a key tool to gain fundamental insights into Ammonia flames.
The aim of this master's thesis is to develop a numerical simulation model for the investigation of turbulent ammonia and ammonia/hydrogen mixture flames. After a comprehensive literature research, the application of different turbulent combustion models should be analyzed from a theoretical point of view. On the basis of this analysis, simulations should to be carried out with the most suitable models. The simulations include representative test cases which, if available, are to be validated with measurement data.

Responsibility:

Literature research
Assessment of turbulent combustion model capabilities
Application of turbulent combustion simulation on predefined test cases
Validation of the simulation results
Writing of the master’s thesis

Your profile:

Master student of mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, physics or similar scientific subjects

Starting date: As soon as possible

Duration: 6 months

Contact:

Univ.-Prof. Dr.-Ing. Nicole Wermuth, +43 (316) 873-30087, nicole.wermuth@lec.tugraz
Dr. Clemens Gößnitzer, +43 (316) 873-30139, clemens.goessnitzer@lec.tugraz.at