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To reach a widespread application of the research results, GO-VIKING gradually releases educational material and trainings for young scientists, master and PhD students on Fluid-Structure Interaction related to nuclear applications, based on the contents provided by the project’s experts.
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Flow-Induced Vibrations in Nuclear Power Plants: A Literature Review.
Discover key insights in our document, "Flow-Induced Vibrations in Nuclear Power Plants: A Literature Review." This report addresses the significant impact of Flow-Induced Vibrations (FIV) on the operational safety and efficiency of nuclear power plants. As the global demand for low-carbon energy sources increases, understanding and mitigating FIV is crucial. Our review highlights the mechanisms of FIV, the associated risks, and the latest technological advancements to ensure continuous and safe nuclear power operations. Essential reading for industry professionals and researchers focused on enhancing nuclear energy reliability.
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GO-VIKING Open Lecture on Flow-Induced Vibration: The Numerical Approach
Watch the "GO-VIKING Open Lecture on Flow-Induced Vibration: The Numerical Approach" to delve into the critical role of flow-induced vibrations across multiple engineering fields. Presented by Alexander van Zuijlen, this lecture explores the intricate interactions between fluid flows and deformable structures through a detailed numerical lens. Learn about the three-field approach, which intricately links the dynamics of flow, structure, and mesh movement, and discover the impacts of various coupling methods on system behaviour. This session is essential for anyone interested in the advanced numerical modeling techniques that define fluid-structure interactions in real-world applications
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Demonstration video: in-plane fluid elastic instability in a full-scale steam generator mock-up with nonlinear supports
This video, provided courtesy of Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), delves into the phenomenon of in-plane fluid elastic instability in a full-scale steam generator mock-up with nonlinear supports. Designed for educational purposes, this demonstration video serves as a valuable visual resource for understanding complex fluid-structure interactions in nuclear applications.
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Tutorial: Fluid-Structure Interaction Simulation of a Cantilever Rod in STAR-CCM+
This tutorial, developed as part of the GO-VIKING project, provides a step-by-step guide to performing a fluid-structure interaction (FSI) simulation of a cantilever rod using Simcenter STAR-CCM+ (V2306). This resource is provided for educational purposes and was prepared by Mohammed Muaaz M.D. Hussain (NRG PALLAS, Petten, The Netherlands), with project management by Kevin Zwijsen.
It is available for use in training and educational courses, with credit attributed to the authors and GO-VIKING.
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