Engineering

Scientific visualization can play an important role in helping engineers to understand the results of their numerical simulations and to observe and optimize the functionality of their designs. Using the COVISE software developed at HLRS, simulation data generated using our high-performance computers can be displayed in virtual reality, making it possible for engineers to discuss, interact with, and observe the effects of parameter adjustments in real time.

Two scientists view a wind park simulation in the HLRS CAVE.

Data Visualization Enhances Wind Energy Research

As a partner in the EU-funded project MERIDIONAL, HLRS used the open-source software VISTLE to create interactive visualizations of complex airflow simulations of offshore wind parks, offering deeper insight into their performance and aerodynamics.

Photo of scientists observing fluid dynamics visualization in the HLRS CAVE.

Simulation of combustion processes

HLRS and RECOM Services have worked together on the mathematical modeling of industrial combustion equipment in power stations. Virtual reality enables a comprehensive understanding of the complex processes involved.

Simulation of clean room environments

Together with Optima Pharma, HLRS has created digital twins of pharmaceutical production lines. CFD simulations help to understand and optimize the complex flow within these machines.