High-Fidelity Numerical Simulations of Turbulent Combustion — Fundamental Science Towards Predictive Models

The objective of this INCITE project is to perform an array of direct numerical simulations that will provide fundamental understanding of key

processes such as flame stabilization, flame structure, extinction, ignition, and soot formation, that underlie fuel-efficient low-temperature combustion

engine designs for transportation and lean premixed combustion for stationary power generation. An increase in fuel efficiency from 30% to 45%

would result in a savings of 3 million barrels of oil per day of the 20 million consumed for transportation with a simultaneous decrease in CO2 emissions.