2-Way FSI Tidal Turbine Simulation in OpenFOAM – Marine Tidal/Wave Energy Expert Needed

Description:
I am a researcher working on a marine tidal–wave energy system involving a vertical-axis tidal turbine mounted on a lower buoy as part of a Wave Energy Converter (WEC). I require an expert in 2-way Fluid–Structure Interaction (FSI) using OpenFOAM to help develop a complete, stable, and validated simulation.

Project Requirements:

✅ 2-way FSI modelling (fluid ↔ structure coupling in real time)
✅ Simulation of a Vertical Axis Tidal Turbine (VAWT) under combined wave + tidal current conditions
✅ Coupled dynamics of upper buoy, lower buoy, and turbine assembly
✅ Strong experience with marine tidal/wave energy systems
✅ Experience with:

Dynamic mesh / mesh motion (sliding mesh, AMI, overset)

OpenFOAM FSI frameworks (icoFsiFoam, pimpleDyMFoam, interFoam, preCICE-FSI coupling)

Structural solvers (CalculiX, Code_Aster, or similar)

Wave generation and absorption

Buoy oscillation modelling (OWSC/point absorber type)

Outputs Needed for 3 different wave speeds(1,2,4 meters/second):

Hydrodynamic loads

Turbine torque, RPM, and power output

Pressure forces and buoy motion responses

Complete mesh and simulation setup

A runnable, well-documented case file

Deliverables:

Fully working 2-way FSI CFD + structural coupled model

All OpenFOAM / structural solver files

Step-by-step documentation

Post-processing results (plots, torque, RPM, power curves)

Guidance for future modifications

Preferred Skills:

Strong background in marine/tidal/wave energy modelling

Previous work on WECs, tidal turbines, floating devices, or dynamic mesh simulations

Proven OpenFOAM FSI experience

Budget: Negotiable (based on expertise)
Timeline: Flexible, but consistent communication is required

If you have worked on marine tidal or wave energy systems, especially using OpenFOAM, I would like to discuss this project with you.

Please include:

Examples of relevant OpenFOAM or FSI work

Experience with marine/tidal/wave energy devices

Your expected timeline and availability