Ineris/Gexcon seminar on safety modeling

摘要

Speaking at a recent seminar co-hosted by France's Ineris* organization and CMR/ Gexcon**. Benjamin Truchot outlined the use of computational fluid dynamics-based modeling to solve safety challenges. At issue is the use of 'classical' 2D 'phenomenological' explosion models as opposed to a full 3D/CFD approach. Both methods have their advantages and limits. 2D models may often include more domain knowledge but the 3D approach can provide more insights into specific scenarios—particularly with respect to asset configurations. Both approaches are subject to issues such as the accuracy of the underlying physical models, users' understanding of the models and code and computational limits.