ORNL: Science & Technology: Simulation Science: Engineering Applications
OAK RIDGE NATIONAL LABORATORY
Engineering Applications
Our man-made environment of structures and vehicles is studied in detail at ORNL with physics-based modeling that can predict mechanical performance.
Automotive Applications
ORNL researchers are working in collaboration with auto manufacturers and government agencies to develop technologies for safer, more energy efficient vehicles. Topics range from better bumpers and more efficient engines, to preventing driver overload from on-board information systems.
CSM Computational Materials Science Group
Crashworthiness of Composite Materials
Crashworthiness Modeling of Sport Utility Vehicle
Microstructural Modeling of Materials
Computer Science and Mathematics (CSM) Division
Catalytic Converter Modeling
Lightweight, High Energy Density Batteries
Intelligent Vehicle Research Program
Automotive Applications (SC99 exhibit)
Computational Modeling in Automotive Research (SC98 exhibit)
Robotics Research
ORNL develops intelligent software for self-directed robots and robot groups and designs and builds specialized hardware and systems for human-in-the-loop robot control. Simulations are used as an adjunct resource during the design phase.
CSM Computational Intelligence Group
Cooperating Autonomous Robots
Robotics and Process Systems Division (RPSD)
Other Engineering Research
Emergency Management Information System
CSM Collaborative Technologies Research Center (CTRC)
Collaborative Management Environment (CME)
Manufacturing Agent-Based Emulation System (MABES)
Supplier Utilization through Responsive Grouped Enterprises (SURGE)
CPED Computational Modeling and Simulation Section
Numerical Simulation of Electroforming
Suppression of Plasma Turbulence by Velocity Shear
I&C Simulation and Training Technology
Resources
ORNL has an impressive array of facilities for simulation of engineering applications.
Computer Science and Mathematics (CSM) Division
High Performance Computing Resources
Automotive Crashworthiness Vehicles
In-Vehicle Information Systems Development Center
Center for Engineering Science Advanced Research (CESAR)
Cooperative Robotics Laboratory
Laser Imaging Laboratory
Optical Communications Laboratory
Optical Computing & Quantum Communications Laboratory
Robotics and Process Systems Division (RPSD)
RPSD Facilities