Design of oil and gas infrastructure facilities taking into account aerodynamic modeling data

The authors of this article consider a comprehensive approach to designing oil and gas infrastructure that aims to enhance reliability and extend the service life of these structures in harsh climatic conditions. The article cites data from aerodynamic simulations, based on which the re searches assessed wind flow distribution and identified potential zones for snow accumulation. This information is essential for predicting changes in permafrost soil conditions, helping to pre-vent foundation deformations and reduce operational risks. Using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) methods and software programs such as ANSYS and SolidWorks, the authors performed calculations to determine the distribution of static and dynamic wind pressures on structural surfaces and to identify turbulence areas. Within the framework of the modeling process the researches formulated hypotheses to characterize the identities of snow accumulation near oil and gas infrastructure. The analysis confirmed the positive effect and necessity of integrating aerodynamic simulation into the design process of oil and gas infrastructure to enhance the operational reliability of structures. The results highlighted key patterns in snow load redistribution and the effect of wind flows based on the relative positions of objects and the prevailing wind directions, as out-lined in the wind rose for the studied region. The authors see practical significance of this study in formulating recommendations for optimizing the placement of buildings and structures. According to their plan, these recommendations allow to minimize snow accumulation, demonstrated through specific case studies. In conclusion, the researchers suggest further study directions to validate the aerodynamic modeling data against actual snow accumulation at the sites, to effectively integrate these insights into the business processes of the oil and gas extraction industry.

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