Novel Numerical Methods for Complicated and Violent Flows

Dear Colleagues, 

Over the past several years, many novel numerical methods, such as overset grid techniques, adaptive refined mesh methods, Cartesian grid methods, meshless particle methods, high-order-spectral methods, as well as Lattice Boltzmann methods, have been developed to deal with the complicated and violent flows around marine structures, such as surface ships, submarines, offshore wind turbines, and floating platforms. All such complicated and violent flows are one of the most difficult topics in marine engineering because of the large span of spatial and temporal scales involved. A correct understanding and application of hydrodynamics on marine vehicles and structures are vital in their design and operation. The purpose of the invited Special Issue is to publish the most exciting research with respect to the above subjects and to provide a rapid turnaround time regarding reviewing and publishing, and to disseminate the articles freely for research, teaching, and reference purposes. 

High-quality papers are encouraged for publication, directly related to various aspects, as mentioned below. Novel numerical methods for the study are encouraged. 

• Marine vehicle resistance;
• Propulsion and controllability;
• Wave loads, wave induced motions;
• Energy and ecology considerations;
• Green water of ship motion in waves;
• Self-propulsion of ship motion;
• LNG tank sloshing;
• Wave run-up and impact loads on a floating platform with a mooring system;
• VIV for risers and VIM for a deep-sea platform;
• Wake flows of offshore floating wind turbines;
• Slamming, water entry/exit of bodies.

Prof. Dr. Decheng Wan
Prof. Dr. Qing Xiao
Dr. Zhiguo Zhang
Guest Editors

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