Understand how geometries and terrain affect explosions and their consequences

EXSIM leverages the power of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to accurately model explosions in various scenarios. 

Featuring computer-aided design (CAD) import and editing capabilities, EXSIM seamlessly integrates complex geometry models, ensuring an efficient and precise representation of the impact of 3D geometries on explosion simulations. 

With a proven track record since 1989, EXSIM has been employed in both industrial analyses and CFD explosion research. It boasts extensive validation against a wide range of explosion experiments, from large-scale tests to blind testing, making it a reliable and trusted solution for explosion simulations.

EXSIM-Explosion overpressure profile on equipment
Explosion overpressure profile on equipment

Minimize the impact of explosions through layout optimization

EXSIM’s advanced explosion modelling, based on the Eddy Dissipation Concept (EDC), allows for accurate predictions across a diverse range of fuel types, including hydrocarbons and emerging materials like hydrogen. 

Designed for both onshore and offshore facilities, EXSIM effectively models explosions with an intuitive graphical user interface that streamlines the setup process, enabling users to complete small and medium-sized simulations in minutes. 

Continually developed to support the evolving energy landscape, EXSIM boasts enhanced predictive performance and stability for various scenarios, including those involving alternative fuels.

Consequence analysis using EXSIM
Positioning the gas cloud for explosion modelling

Optimize the design of explosion mitigation measures

EXSIM can present overpressure predictions as a function of space and time or averaged over surfaces and show effects of wall failure and opening of blast panels. 

It includes comprehensive post-processing capabilities, such as video presentations and various visualizations in the CAD geometry.

EXSIM-Pressure contours on a horizontal plane
Pressure contours on a horizontal plane

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Frequently asked questions

How does KFX/EXSIM differentiate its software capabilities from other CFD software?

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KFX/EXSIM is specifically developed for safety-related applications, addressing scenarios such as gas dispersion, fires, explosions, and other industrial challenges. Its features include the porosity technique, Lagrangian model for droplet releases, the ability to handle multiple simultaneous releases in a single model, and seamless integration with Finite Element software for structural response analysis. 

Extensive usage and testing in numerous industry studies, both by DNV and external customers, have established KFX as a robust and stable simulator. Furthermore, the software has been developed in close collaboration with industry partners to best understand and address industrial needs efficiently and accurately. Notably, ongoing advancements include an advanced liquid CO2 release model that accounts for complex thermodynamics, two-phase releases, dry-ice formation and deposition, as well as obstacles, terrain, and wind conditions.

What are the unique selling points of KFX/EXSIM?

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The competence behind KFX/EXSIM is the result of four decades of focused research, continuous development of fire simulation software, and consultancy work within turbulent flow and combustion, with funding from industry and the Research Council of Norway. Widely used in the industry, KFX/EXSIM is a leading CFD simulator for dispersion, fire, and explosion simulations. Extensive validation has been conducted, ensuring accurate results, and ongoing validation is based on experiments carried out in DNV Spadedam and with industry partners. KFX includes advanced Lagrangian models for fire mitigation and extinction using various water systems. It is also seamlessly interfaced with the KFX Usfos finite element structure response code, enabling non-linear dynamic structural response analysis. Additionally, KFX offers powerful CAD and topography import capabilities, allowing for automatic conversion of CAD geometries and easy handling of electronic maps. DNV's collaboration with industry partners on Joint Industry Projects (JIPs) focused on hydrogen, ammonia, and CO2 safety further enhances the software, with research results from these projects being integrated into KFX.

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