Samik Bhattacharya

Samik Bhattacharya is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Central Florida (UCF). He is affiliated with the Center for Advanced Turbine and Energy Research (CATER) at UCF. His research focuses on experimental fluid mechanics, aerodynamics, and flow control using advanced optical diagnostics like PIV and PTV.

Education:

• B.Tech., National Institute of Technology, Warangal, India (2005)
• M.S., Aerospace Engineering, Auburn University (2009)
• Ph.D., The Ohio State University (2013)

Research Interests:

• Vortex dynamics
• Unsteady fluid mechanics
• Control of wakes using plasma actuators
• Fluid-structure interactions

His work explores applications in turbine energy systems, aerodynamic stability, and bio-inspired flight mechanisms.

Grants & Awards:

• NSF CAREER Grant (2021)

Advising & Labs:

• Part of CATER, focusing on turbine and energy research
• Experimental Fluid Mechanics Lab at UCF

His research bridges fundamental fluid dynamics with engineering applications, including gust mitigation, wing design optimization, and flow control strategies.