We have just published the latest VISIR manuscript, with a thorough description of its governing equations, validation, performance, extensive case studies, videos, and a full release of the model source code (LGPL license), including user manual and install script, input and output data.
The manuscript starts today its open peer-reviewing process on Geoscientific Model Development Discussions, at https://doi.org/10.5194/gmd-2018-292.