Pathfinder and PyroSim include the capability to import Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) files that describe building data. To follow along with this post, download the Revit Sample Project File that is used below, provided by AutoDesk. Remove Unnecessary Objects in Extracted Geometry Remove Unnecessary Objects in Imported Geometry Setting up WIND in the Domain, Blocking out Wind from Interior Volumes.Created with software version: 2020.1 Table of Contents Sprinkler Settings and Reduction of Simulation Time Gas Phase Reactions and Solid Phase Pyrolysis

HVAC, Ambient Connections within the Domain and Louvered Vents Understanding Time-Step Size and Wall Clock TimeĬhecking for Leaks, Opening the Domain and Blocking Gas Cells Required Settings in PyroSim for FED Calculations in Pathfinderįuel Gas Dispersion and Ignition from Heat Source Measuring Radiative Flux to Targets and Flux Contours Preview FDS Obstructions in PyroSim and Thickening OptionsĬopy/Move, Rotation and Mirror Tools, Flexible use of Slabs Using FDS V&V Input Files as Working Examples Geometry Creation, Editing and Organization ToolsįDS, CAD and IFC (BIM) Files, Import and Conversion to FDS GeometryĪssigning FDS Surfaces to Imported Materials REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE AT 5PM ON THURSDAY JULY 30THĬontact Scott Plumer, Arvada Fire Protection District, with any that will be covered over the duration of the course: Once you receive that email, click HERE to download Pyrosim.

An email with instructions and a license key to access Pyrosim will be provided prior to class via email to all registrants. You will need to download and install a version of PyroSim prior to the first day of class. A test will be given at the end of the session to received tested training hours. Each session will be recorded in case you miss part or all of a session. The class will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays 9am-11am MST starting Tuesday Augand ending Tuesday September 1, 2020.

This class will be offered virtually using the Zoom platform. You are invited to register for a 16-hour class on Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) and PyroSim presented by Thunderhead Engineering.

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