David Buttsworth

Prof David Buttsworth is a Professor (Thermofluids Engineering) at the School of Engineering, University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ), where he has served since 1997. His expertise spans hypersonic flow and instrumentation, with a career rooted in mechanical engineering research.

Education:

• Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) from the University of Queensland
• PhD in Engineering from the University of Queensland

Research Interests: Prof Buttsworth focuses on aerospace and mechanical engineering challenges, particularly in hypersonic flow dynamics and advanced instrumentation. His work bridges theoretical and applied engineering, contributing to cutting-edge technologies in thermofluids.

Teaching: He instructs the course MEC2402 Stress Analysis at UniSQ.

Professional History: Prior to UniSQ, he worked at the University of Queensland and Oxford University following his PhD.

Affiliations: Member of the Institute for Advanced Engineering and Space Sciences.