Course Details:
OpenFOAM Short Course – Modeling rotating machinery
Struggling with modeling rotating devices such as pumps, fans, and turbines in OpenFOAM?
This focused, hands-on workshop is designed to help you overcome common challenges and build practical confidence in handling rotating machinery simulations.
From selecting the right approach (MRF vs AMI) to managing rotating interfaces and achieving stable convergence, the course provides a structured pathway from fundamental concepts to real-world applications. You will learn how to set up, run, and analyze simulations using proven workflows and best practices. This is not just a theoretical session. The course is delivered through live and interactive sessions with experts, allowing you to ask questions, discuss your specific challenges, and gain clarity on complex topics in real time. By the end of the workshop, you will have a clear and practical understanding of rotating machinery modeling in OpenFOAM, enabling you to confidently apply these techniques to your own projects.
Schedule
Missed the live workshop? You can still enroll now to watch the full recordings, learn from the experts, and receive your certificate of completion.
Course Fee:
Fee: $100 (₹ 9600 incl. Tax)
Instructor
Dr. Jozsef Nagy
Dr. József Nagy graduated in Physics from the Vienna University of Technology and later completed his PhD in Chemical Engineering. He spent six years as a postdoctoral researcher at Johannes Kepler University, where his work focused on polymer materials.
He is currently one of the two Chief Editors of the OpenFOAM Journal and serves as Chair of the Technical Committee for Tutorials and Documentation within the OpenFOAM Governance System. In addition, he works as a CFD Engineer at eulerian-solutions e.U. and is a lecturer at Johannes Kepler University Linz.
Dr. Nagy is widely recognized as a leading figure in the OpenFOAM community, known for his extensive contributions to training, education, and knowledge dissemination. He has played a key role in developing high-quality tutorials and documentation, making advanced CFD concepts more accessible to both beginners and experienced practitioners.
His research and professional interests span a wide range of topics, including medical simulations, multiphase flows, complex materials, porous media, fire and species dispersion, fluid–solid interaction (FSI), as well as model development, implementation, and custom workflow design for specialized applications.
Course content in detail
Course details
In this session, we bridge the gap between simple simulations and dynamic, real-world physics. You’ll learn how to navigate the complexities of rotating zones choosing the right numerical approach for your specific engineering challenge. We go beyond the theory, walking through the entire pipeline—from specialized meshing to post-processing.
Key learning objectives:
- Deciding between MRF (Multiple Reference Frames) for efficiency and AMI (Arbitrary Mesh Interface) for high-fidelity transient accuracy.
- Mastering cell refinement zones and face-matching to ensure seamless data transfer across rotating interfaces
- Configuring solvers for robust convergence in complex moving-zone environments
- Visualizing flow vectors, pressure, and velocity distributions in ParaView to turn raw data into design insights
Theory and practicals
- Theory of modeling rotating machines (MRF and AMI)
- Two practical examples will be demonstrated live in an interactive way
- The tutorial files and the presentation will be shared with the participants
Frequently asked question
- Do I get a certificate?
Yes, once you attend the sessions and complete the assessment - What if I don’t understand some portion or need to clarify some doubts?
You can ask all your questions directly to the instructors during the workshop or later through email - Should I know programming to learn this course?
No - Is there any prerequisite?
The knowledge of basic fluid dynamics and OpenFOAM will be useful.
Who is this course for?
- Bachelor students (Mechanical, Aerospace, Chemical, Civil Engineering)
- Researchers, master’s students, PhD students
- Practicing CFD Engineers who want to specialize in Turbomachines
Other details
- Total access to recordings of live sessions: 1 year
- Computer requirements: Minimum 4 GB RAM and i3 processor (Windows 10 or above or Linux machines)
- Software: Install OpenFAOM and Paraview. We will provide additional recorded videos and IT support for the installation before the workshop.
Course Includes
- 3 Lessons
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