Licensing Opportunity: A New Hybrid Explicit-Implicit Method to Accelerate Large-Scale Transient Thermal Stress Analysis
ID: 2024-09-11_GType: Special Notice
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFORNL UT-BATTELLE LLC-DOE CONTRACTOROak Ridge, TN, 37831, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/b533d8e388274821b64eb513343afb9b/view
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    The Department of Energy, through ORNL UT-Battelle LLC, is offering a licensing opportunity for a novel hybrid explicit-implicit method designed to accelerate large-scale transient thermal stress analysis. This innovative algorithm combines implicit and explicit simulation techniques to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of thermomechanical processes, particularly in additive manufacturing and welding applications. The technology significantly reduces computational time while maintaining high accuracy, making it suitable for complex processes characterized by multiple heating and cooling cycles. Interested parties can learn more about this opportunity by contacting Alex DeTrana at detranaag@ornl.gov or by phone at 865-341-0423.

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    Alex DeTrana
    (865) 341-0423
    detranaag@ornl.gov
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