"Energy Modelling" Scientific and Production Laboratory
The "Energy Modelling" Scientific and Production Laboratory (SPL) conducts scientific research and applied work in the field of mathematical modelling and digitalisation of engineering systems. The laboratory's structure encompasses the following areas: computer modelling and software, subsurface hydrodynamics, and alternative energy. The laboratory is equipped with high-performance computing hardware and server infrastructure.
Objective:
To develop scientific and digital solutions for the modelling, optimisation, and improvement of the efficiency of energy and pipeline systems.
Tasks:
- to develop mathematical models of hydrodynamics and heat-and-mass transfer in pipeline systems;
- to create software systems for the modelling and optimisation of oil, gas, water, and heat transportation;
- to develop digital twins of engineering systems (heat networks, pipelines);
- to research methods for enhancing reservoir oil recovery;
- to train scientific personnel and engage students in R&D activities.
Main areas of activity:
- digital twins of heat networks and pipelines;
- modelling of complex flows (including non-Newtonian fluids);
- development of engineering software;
- energy efficiency and infrastructure optimisation.
Alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
SDG 7 — improving the energy efficiency of heat supply systems;
SDG 9 — development of innovative software and digitalisation of infrastructure;
SDG 11 — enhancing the reliability and sustainability of urban engineering systems;
SDG 12 — optimisation of resource consumption.