Next generation of guiding questions for basic turbulent combustion research

Abstract

A two-day workshop was held to identify and compile research questions and needs to advance basic turbulent combustion research towards capabilities that allow predictive simulations at the design level for practical devices. Recognizing the state-of-the-art simulation capabilities and inherent limitations with computational resources the focus is on Large Eddy Simulations as a pathway to this goal. This report documents not only scientific and technical questions related to shortcomings in our current understanding of turbulent combustion, but also addresses procedural challenges. Key bottlenecks and research needs are addressed and described but the report also emphasizes that the conduct of research has to adapt to the complex nature of turbulent combustion by fostering collaborations and long-term funding horizons.