Direct Simulation Monte Carlo: Theory, Methods, and Open Challenges

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Abstract:

These lecture notes present the basic theory and methods for the Direct Simulation Monte Carlo DSMC algorithm. Some of the open challenges in the treatment of complex, multi-scale flows are also discussed.

Author(s):
Garcia, Alejandro L.
Author Organization(s):
SAN JOSE STATE UNIV CA
Supplementary Note:
See also ADA579248. Models and Computational Methods for Rarefied Flows (Modeles et methodes de calcul des coulements de gaz rarefies). RTO-EN-AVT-194. Prepared in collaboration with the Center for Computational Sciences and Engineering, Lawrence Berkeley Nat. Lab.
Pagination:
0013

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release, Nato
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited. Nato.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Monitor Series:
NATO
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_JCA_4.1.2_Sustain the Force; JCA_4.1_Deployment and Distribution; JCA_4.6_Engineering; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_6.3.3_Spectrum Management; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_6.3_Net Management; JCA_8_Building Partnerships
Modernization Areas:
Quantum Science and Computing
Communities of Interest:
Energy and Power Technologies
Descriptor(s):
*GAS DYNAMICS, *MONTE CARLO METHOD, BOLTZMANN EQUATION, BROWNIAN MOTION, COLLISIONS, EQUATIONS OF STATE, STOCHASTIC PROCESSES
Field(s)/Group(s):
Statistics and Probability, Fluid Mechanics
Keyword(s):
NATO FURNISHED, DSMC(DIRECT SIMULATION MONTE CARLO), DILUTE GASES, RANDOM NUMBERS, BOUNDARY CONDITIONS, THERMAL FLUCTUATIONS, STOCHASTIC HARD SPHERE DYNAMICS
Report Date:
2010 Jan 01
Creation Date:
2013 Sep 09