Browsing University of Galway Theses by Subject "Numerical modelling"
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Investigation of Biomass Combustion in Grate Furnaces using CFD
(2012-12-12)Channelling is an undesirable phenomenon in the fixed-bed combustion of biomass. It is characterised by an uneven air distribution, and thus fuel conversion, throughout the fuel bed. Attempts to mitigate the channelling ... -
Numerical modelling of small groups of stone columns
(2012-09-21)Vibro stone columns, installed using the vibro replacement technique, are a cost effective form of ground improvement for enhancing the bearing capacity and settlement characteristics of various soil types. Large groups ... -
Physical and numerical modelling of impeded tidal flows: Effects of aquaculture structures on hydrodynamics and material transport
(2012-04-13)The effects of aquaculture structures on flows are investigated in this thesis through a two-pronged approach. Small-scale flow interactions between the structures and the surrounding waterbody are studied through physical ... -
Seismic Design of Concentrically Braced Steel Frames
(2012-03-01)The aim of this project is to develop a robust numerical model that accurately replicates the behaviour of CBFs during earthquakes. This numerical model is then used to validate a codified performance based design approach ...