MONACO:
A Parallel Implementation of the Direct Simulation Monte Carlo Method
The MONACO code provides a 2d/axi-symmetric/3d capability for simulating rarefied, nonequilibrium flows. It employs the particle based direct simulation Monte Carlo technique. The code is optimized for efficient execution on scalar work-stations. It is also designed for execution in a parallel computing environment through the use of domain decomposition. In our research, we have successfully run MONACO on the following machines: IBM SP-2/SP, SGI Origin-2000, a cluster of Alpha processors, a cluster of Pentium processors.
Features of the code include:
- Structured and/or unstructured grids
- General gas mixtures
- Rotational and vibrational energy
- Chemical reactions
- Gas-surface interaction
A copy of the code may be obtained through Professor Boyd. Please note that the following restrictions apply:
- The code may only be used within the United States and may not be disclosed to a third party.
- Problems with or modifications to the code should be reported to Iain D. Boyd.
- The University of Michigan reserves the right to make unlimited use of any reported modifications.
Acknowledgements
Funding for the development of MONACO was provided by the Army Research Office and by the Air Force Office of Scientific Research.