2026 Event Schedule

The AI-driven shift toward ultra-high-density racks and mandatory liquid cooling has exposed the limits of traditional analysis methods. CFD alone doesn't capture hydronic dynamics, while 1D hydraulic tools miss critical airflow and transient interactions. This session introduces co-simulation: the integrated use of CFD and transient hydraulic modeling, which delivers a holistic, dynamic view of the entire cooling ecosystem. Attendees will learn how co-simulation quantifies risks, evaluates design resiliency, validates SLAs, and right-sizes critical infrastructure like thermal energy storage, pumps, and UPS systems. Unlike conventional approaches, this technique provides actionable insights into transient conditions, digital twin development, and [virtual] commissioning strategies for liquid-cooled data centers. The audience will leave with a clear framework for applying co-simulation to de-risk designs and optimize AI-ready facilities.