Open Source Software: FALCON: Pioneering THMC Simulation for Geothermal and Subsurface Systems
Closed Special Notice Posted
- Agency
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Department of Energy
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 221116 Geothermal Electric Power Generation
- Place of performance
- Idaho Falls, Idaho 83415, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
This Special Notice from the Department of Energy announces the release of open source software called FALCON, which stands for Finite Element Analysis of Lithospheric Change. FALCON provides fully coupled thermal, hydraulic, mechanical and chemical simulation capabilities for analyzing complex subsurface processes. It was developed by the Idaho National Laboratory's Geothermal Energy Group to address the need for advanced simulation tools in applications such as geothermal energy extraction, carbon sequestration, and reactive transport modeling.
FALCON offers versatile application across dimensions and scales, from standard workstations to high-performance computing. It ensures high code reliability and efficiency in solving coupled THMC problems. The notice highlights FALCON's suitability for challenges including geothermal energy development and carbon sequestration projects. Contractors are invited to explore FALCON's capabilities by visiting its webpage and downloading the software from Github as of the March 15, 2024 notice date. There are no set-aside requirements or eligibility criteria specified.
Notice text
Open Source Software: FALCON: Pioneering THMC Simulation for Geothermal and Subsurface Systems
FALCON emerges as a game-changer in geothermal energy and subsurface resource management, providing detailed and accurate simulations of complex THMC processes within geological formations.
Developed by the Idaho National Laboratory's Geothermal Energy Group, FALCON addresses the growing need for advanced simulation tools to analyze the multifaceted interactions between thermal, hydraulic, mechanical, and chemical processes in subsurface environments. Its inception was motivated by challenges in carbon sequestration, geothermal energy extraction, and reactive transport modeling.
FALCON stands out with its finite-element approach to simulate highly nonlinear coupled dynamics in subsurface systems. This MOOSE-based application can operate across various dimensions and scales, from standard workstations to high-performance computing environments. It's designed to ensure high code reliability and efficiency in solving complex THMC problems.
Advantages:
- Fully Coupled THMC Simulation: Integrates thermal, hydraulic, mechanical, and chemical processes for comprehensive analysis.
- Versatile Application: Suitable for various subsurface challenges, including geothermal energy extraction and carbon sequestration.
- High Performance: Optimized for both standard and high-performance computing platforms.
- Quality Assurance: Developed by ASME NQA-1 software requirements, ensuring reliability and accuracy.
Applications:
- Geothermal energy development
- Carbon sequestration projects
- Reactive transport in geological formations
- Subsurface reservoir management
Dive into the future of geothermal and subsurface system management with FALCON. Explore its capabilities and join the forefront of THMC simulation by visiting FALCON's official webpage and download now from Github.
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