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151-0207-00L 4 Credits BSC , MSC D-CHAB , D-MAVT , D-MATH , D-PHYS , D-ERDW , D-ITET
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Theory and Modeling of Reactive Flows

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Christos Emmanouil Frouzakis
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Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:33:10

Abstract

The course first reviews the governing equations and combustion chemistry, setting the ground for the analysis of homogeneous gas-phase mixtures, laminar diffusion and premixed flames. Catalytic combustion and its coupling with homogeneous combustion are dealt in detail, and turbulent combustion modeling approaches are presented. Available numerical codes will be used for modeling.

Objective

Theory of combustion with numerical applications

Content

The analysis of realistic reactive flow systems necessitates the use of detailed computer models that can be constructed starting from first principles i.e. thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, chemical kinetics, and heat and mass transport. In this course, the focus will be on combustion theory and modeling. The reacting flow governing equations and the combustion chemistry are firstly reviewed, setting the ground for the analysis of homogeneous gas-phase mixtures, laminar diffusion and premixed flames. Heterogeneous (catalytic) combustion, an area of increased importance in the last years, will be dealt in detail along with its coupling with homogeneous combustion. Finally, approaches for the modeling of turbulent combustion will be presented. Available numerical codes will be used to compute the above described phenomena. Familiarity with numerical methods for the solution of partial differential equations is expected.

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General Information

Language
English
Levels
BSC , MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
oral 30 minutes
In addition to the final oral examination, there is one compulsory continuous performance assessment. This will be of the form of completion of 4 to 5 computer exercises of course units/material presented in the lecture, which will be graded and counts for 25% of the final grade.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Theory and Modeling of Reactive Flows
  • Wed 08:15-10:00 (ML J 34.1)
  • Wed 13:15-14:00 (ML J 34.1)
3 h weekly

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