flowPE

flowPE is a Python library designed for simulating and analyzing fluid dynamics problems, particularly those involving flow through porous media. It aims to provide a flexible and user-friendly interface for researchers and engineers to model complex fluid behaviors in various porous materials. The library offers functionalities for creating and manipulating porous media geometries, defining fluid properties, and solving the governing equations of fluid flow.

Key features of flowPE include its ability to handle different porous structure representations, such as digital rock models derived from imaging techniques or idealized geometries. It supports various numerical methods for solving flow equations, allowing users to choose the approach best suited for their specific problem. The library also provides tools for post-processing simulation results, enabling visualization of flow patterns, calculation of macroscopic flow properties like permeability, and analysis of transport phenomena.

flowPE is built with an emphasis on modularity, allowing for easy extension and integration with other scientific computing libraries in Python. This design facilitates its use in diverse applications ranging from subsurface hydrology and petroleum engineering to filtration and biomedical applications where fluid flow in porous structures is of interest. The project aims to foster reproducible research by providing a transparent and accessible simulation framework.