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Yasser Mahmoudi LarimiView profile

Professor

• Thermal Energy Engineering
• Turbulent Flow and Heat Transfer
• Energy Storage
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Yasser Mahmoudi Larimi is a Professor of Thermal Energy Engineering at the University of Manchester's Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering since July 2024. Previously held roles include Senior Lecturer at the University of Manchester (2021-2024) and Lecturer in Clean Energy at Queen’s University Belfast. His academic journey includes postdoctoral research at Delft University of Technology and the University of Cambridge, focusing on turbulent reacting flows and aeroacoustics. Education: BSc, MSc, PhD in Mechanical Engineering Fellow of Higher Education Academy (FHEA) - 9 October 2018 Research Interests: Turbulent flow and heat transfer phenomena Energy storage systems (especially hydrogen and compressed air) Aeroacoustics of gas turbines Physics-Informed Neural Networks (PINNs) for flow modeling Composite porous-fluid systems Hydrogen combustion and clean energy technologies Key Contributions: Leader of UK Fluids Network's Turbulent Heat Transfer Special Interest Group Associate Editor for International Journal of Thermal Sciences Recipient of top 2% global Energy scientist ranking (Stanford University, 2021-2024) Principal investigator on EPSRC/industrial-funded projects Grants & Projects: £2M+ in research funding secured from EPSRC, Royal Society, and industry Leadership in projects like Near-isothermal Compressed Air Energy Storage (2024-2028) Multi-faculty collaboration on turbulent flow modeling and porous media systems Labs/Teams: Core member of Manchester's Fluids Research Group Pioneering PINN applications in thermal-fluid systems

Christian KochView profile

Researcher

• Aerospace Engineering
• Turbomachinery
• Fluid Dynamics
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Christian Koch is a researcher at the University of Stuttgart's Institute for Aircraft Propulsion Systems, serving as Manager of the Altitude Test Facility, Academic Advisor, and Deputy Head of the Institute. His work focuses on turbomachinery erosion mechanics, fluid dynamics, and computational modeling. He has contributed to advancements in particle rebound analysis, compressor performance degradation, and high-fidelity simulation techniques. Research interests include experimental and numerical studies of particle-laden flows, erosion effects on turbine blades, and parallel computing optimization for turbomachinery simulations. His team develops frameworks combining neural networks with traditional CFD methods to predict material degradation under erosive conditions. Publications highlight trends in erosion modeling, LES boundary-layer dynamics, and aircraft engine mission severity analysis. Koch's work bridges experimental facilities with computational innovation, addressing real-world challenges in propulsion systems. He collaborates on projects involving micro gas turbines, turbine assemblability, and transient engine monitoring. The Altitude Test Facility under his management supports high-pressure compressor and erosion testing under realistic flight conditions.

Abraham EngedaView profile

Professor

• Supercritical CO2 Power Generation
• Turbomachinery Design and Testing
• Centrifugal Compressors
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Abraham Engeda is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Michigan State University's College of Engineering. His research focuses on supercritical CO2 power generation, turbomachinery design, and low-head turbine systems. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Hannover (1987), M.Sc. from the University of Manchester (1974), and B.Sc. from the University of Brighton (1973). Research Interests: Experimental and numerical analysis of centrifugal compressors and radial turbines Design methodologies for low-head hydraulic turbines CFD prediction and optimization of turbomachinery components Integration of solar-biogas hybrid systems for power generation Awards: Fellow, American Society of Mechanical Engineers ASME Fluid Machinery Award & Medal Fulbright Senior Global Award Labs/Teams: Co-leads the Turbomachinery Laboratory, focused on centrifugal compressor design and testing. Facilities include industrial-scale test stands, CFD workstations, and advanced data acquisition systems. Collaborates with industry partners like Elliott Company and NASA. Grants: Supported by U.S. Department of Energy, NASA, and private sector funding.

Sertaç ÇadırcıView profile

Associate Professor

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Turbulence Modeling
• Fluid Mechanics
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Dr. Sertaç Çadırcı is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Istanbul Technical University, specializing in computational fluid dynamics (CFD), turbulence modeling, and multi-objective optimization. His research focuses on fluid-structure interaction, aerodynamics, heat transfer, and biomedical applications. He leads projects on turbulence model calibration, wind turbine blade optimization, and rocket engineering. His work has been published in high-impact journals like Physics of Fluids and International Journal of Green Energy. Education: Not explicitly stated in the provided text. Affiliations: Istanbul Technical University (Ayazaga Campus), College of Engineering. Projects: Includes BAP-funded initiatives on RANS turbulence model improvement, rocket production, and inertial focusing in microchannels. His research interests span CFD applications in aerospace, biomedical systems, and energy systems, with a focus on enhancing computational models for practical engineering challenges. He has supervised 32 theses and actively engages in collaborative international research. Recent articles analyze turbulence models for compressors, wind turbine aerodynamics, and blood pump hemocompatibility, showcasing his interdisciplinary approach. Awards and grants are not explicitly listed in the text.

Levent Ali KavurmacıoğluView profile

Associate Professor

• Axial Flow Turbines
• Turbine Blade Design
• Aero-thermal Optimization
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Levent Ali Kavurmacıoğlu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Istanbul Technical University (ITU). His research focuses on aerothermal optimization, turbine blade design, centrifugal pump performance, numerical fluid dynamics, and cavitation behavior. He has supervised 47 theses and holds an ORCID identifier (0000-0002-9981-8034). His recent work emphasizes turbine efficiency improvements through methods like film cooling hole optimization and secondary flow loss reduction. In centrifugal pump systems, he explores cavitation mitigation via Taguchi optimization and geometric adjustments. Collaborative projects include underwater vehicle flow analysis and automotive turbocharger compressor design. With 34 publications and 16 industry projects since 2001, his research has been cited over 563 times. Current projects (2021-2025) involve hydrodynamic coupling development, vacuum chamber design optimization, and diaphragm tank analysis using computational fluid mechanics. Key collaborations include work with Prof. Camci on turbine aerodynamics and Prof. Yumurtacı on pump cavitation studies. His lab specializes in experimental validation through PIV measurements and computational modeling.

• Mechanical Engineering
• Kinematics and Dynamics of Machines
• Mechanism Design
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Antonio José Sánchez Egea is a faculty member in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), with affiliations at both the Polytechnic School of Engineering of Vilanova i la Geltrú (EPSEVG) and the School of Engineering of Barcelona East (EEBE). He teaches key courses such as Kinematics and Dynamics of Machines and Design of Mechanisms across multiple engineering degrees including Mechanical, Industrial Design, and Electrical Engineering. His research and teaching interests focus on mechanical systems, mechanism design, dynamics, and applied engineering. These are reflected in the diverse range of Final Degree Projects he supervises, spanning structural analysis, automation, sustainable technologies, and product development. His co-authored book Mechanism Theory: Solved Exercises (2024) supports pedagogical efforts in mechanical design education. The recent publications and student projects under his supervision emphasize practical applications in industrial machinery, energy systems, automation, and sustainable engineering. Common themes include mechanical optimization, system design, and innovation in manufacturing and mobility technologies, particularly in electric and hydrogen-powered vehicles. No scientific awards listed. Antonio José Sánchez Egea actively mentors undergraduate students, supervising over 25 Final Degree Projects from 2020 to 2025. These span topics such as machine dynamics, structural design, automation, and sustainable technologies. While no formal grants or funding sources are mentioned, his consistent supervision load indicates sustained academic engagement. He collaborates with other faculty members across UPC campuses, suggesting integration into broader teaching teams. There is no mention of dedicated research labs or specialized research groups led by him in the provided text. However, his supervision of projects involving mechanical testing, design, and industrial applications suggests involvement in practical and applied engineering laboratories within the Department of Mechanical Engineering at UPC.

Mohsen GhavamiView profile

Lecturer

• Thermodynamic Power Cycles
• Supercritical CO2
• Organic Rankine Cycles
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Mohsen Ghavami is a Lecturer in Engineering at City St George's, University of London , with a focus on thermodynamic power cycles and energy storage technologies. He obtained his PhD in 2017 from City, University of London, specializing in thermo-economic optimization of solar-powered micro gas turbines as part of the European Commission-funded OMSoP project . His post-doctoral work (2017–2024) included experimental research on thermodynamic cycles in projects like SolGATS , NextORC , and SCOtWoHR . PhD , Mechanical Engineering, City, University of London (2017) MSc , Mechanical Engineering (Energy Conversion), University of Tabriz (1997) BSc , Mechanical Engineering, University of Tehran (1993) His research interests center on thermodynamic power generation cycles (open/closed Brayton, supercritical CO2, Organic Rankine) and energy storage systems for renewable/waste heat applications. He investigates control strategies for optimizing system operation and design, particularly in compact thermal storage units using phase change materials (PCMs) to reduce system size and cost. Recent publications highlight his work on PCM-integrated heat exchangers, solar dish-engine optimization, and transient flow analysis in turbomachinery. His 2024 Energy paper demonstrated a 438% increase in discharge time via PCM compartments, while ASME Turbo Expo papers (2024, 2019) explore micro gas turbine control and machine learning applications. He has earned a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and contributes to editorial work as a session organizer at the ASME Turbo Expo. His teaching spans Mechanical Engineering fundamentals , mechatronics, and power propulsion systems at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Mohammad OmidyeganehView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Large-eddy Simulations
• Direct Numerical Simulations
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Dr. Mohammad Omidyeganeh is a Senior Lecturer and Deputy Head of Engineering at City, University of London, where he has been employed since 2013. He previously served as a Lecturer (2013-2022) and has held various administrative roles including Programme Director for Mechanical Engineering and Aeronautics (2019-2021) and Admission Tutor (2014-present). His academic career began with a Post-doctoral Fellowship at Queen's University in Canada following completion of his PhD. Dr. Omidyeganeh's educational background includes: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Queen's University, Canada (2013) MSc in Chemical Engineering (Environmental Engineering), University of Calgary, Canada (2008) BSc in Electrical Engineering, Sharif University of Technology, Iran (2005) Joint BSc in Petroleum Engineering, Sharif University of Technology and Petroleum University of Technology, Iran (2005) His primary research interests focus on computational fluid dynamics, particularly large-eddy and direct numerical simulations. He specializes in immersed-boundary methods and fluid-structure interaction, with applications in environmental fluid dynamics, geophysical flows, and aerofoil design. His work spans from river flows and sediment transport to quiet aerofoil development and brain modeling, demonstrating a broad interdisciplinary approach to fluid dynamics problems. Analysis of Dr. Omidyeganeh's recent publications reveals a strong focus on canopy flows, aeroacoustic optimization, and fluid-structure interactions. His work frequently employs computational methods to study turbulent flows over various geometries, with particular attention to drag reduction and flow control mechanisms. The research shows increasing collaboration with international teams and application to both environmental and engineering challenges. Dr. Omidyeganeh has supervised multiple PhD students including Alessandro Monti (primary supervisor), Carlo Suardi, Marco Rosti, and others working on topics related to turbulent flows, aerofoil design, and computational fluid dynamics. His research has been supported by projects including the PELSKIN project, which investigated surface coatings in aeronautics. He leads the Computing 2 Course in module ME2111 and has been instrumental in developing computational approaches to fluid dynamics problems, particularly those involving complex geometries and fluid-structure interactions. His laboratory work focuses on numerical simulations of environmental flows and aerofoil design optimization.

Sham RaneView profile

Research Fellow

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Positive Displacement Machines
• Twin Screw Compressors and Expanders
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Dr. Sham Rane serves as a Senior Research Fellow in Compressor Technology at City, University of London, where he has been employed since January 2020. Previously, he held positions as a Post Doctoral Research Associate at the University of Oxford (2018-2020) and as a Research Fellow in Compressor Technology at City, University of London (2014-2018). Dr. Rane earned his PhD in Mechanical Engineering from City, University of London in 2014, following an MTech in Mechanical Engineering from Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology in 2008, and a BEng in Mechanical Engineering from University of Pune in 2004. His academic journey began with industrial experience as a manufacturing engineer at Forbes Marshall India and as an application engineer at ANSYS FLUENT India. His primary research focuses on computational fluid dynamics (CFD) applied to positive displacement machines, with specialization in twin screw compressors and expanders. Dr. Rane has made significant contributions to grid generation techniques, deforming meshes for complex rotor geometries, multiphase flow analysis, and oil injection systems. His work bridges theoretical modeling with practical industrial applications in compressor design, thermal management, and energy recovery systems. Recent research trends show Dr. Rane's expanding expertise into geothermal energy systems, hydrogen technology, and desalination applications. His publications demonstrate sophisticated modeling approaches for leakage flows, conjugate heat transfer, and performance optimization across various compressor configurations. Notably, he has developed specialized techniques for radial gap analysis in Roots blowers and advanced grid generation methods for rotary machines. Dr. Rane has been instrumental in the development and commercialization of the SCORG grid generation technology through PDM Analysis Ltd., which serves both industrial and academic research communities. His teaching responsibilities include EPM767 - Screw Compressor Design and courses on mathematical modeling in computer-aided design of screw compressors, where students engage in hands-on design studies using specialized software developed from his research.

Ian SmithView profile

Professor

• Thermodynamics
• Mechanical Engineering
• Power Recovery from Low-Grade Heat Sources
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Professor Ian Smith is an academic at City St George's, University of London , where he has served since 1962. He currently holds the rank of Professor of Applied Thermodynamics in the Department of Mechanical Engineering . His career spans over six decades, including a pivotal role in establishing the first MSc course in Mechanical Engineering at City and founding the Centre for Positive Displacement Compressor Technology in 1995 with Professor Nikola Stosic. This center is now a global leader in twin-screw machines, leading to the commercialization of Heliex Power Ltd. (2009). PhD in Thermodynamics (University of London, 1961) DSc (City, University of London, 1963) Diploma in Gas Turbine Technology (Imperial College, 1961) BSc(Eng) in Mechanical Engineering (University of Cape Town, 1953) Smith’s research focuses on power recovery from low-grade heat sources and screw compressor/expander technology . His work integrates computational fluid dynamics (CFD) with solid-fluid interaction models to optimize performance in systems like geothermal power plants and organic Rankine cycles. Over 190 publications and nine patents highlight his contributions. His recent publications emphasize CFD-driven design improvements for twin-screw machines and thermodynamic modeling of geothermal systems. Awards include the Institution of Marine Engineers Silver Medal (1981) , the James Clayton Prize (2006) , and Geothermal Resources Council Best Paper (2004) . He is a fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering (2016) and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (1982) . Smith’s advisory role extends to patents and the development of Heliex Power Ltd. He has mentored researchers like M.G. Read and E. Mujic , contributing to advancements in noise control, gas pulsation suppression, and refrigeration systems. His collaborative work with Nikola Stosic and Aleksandar Kovacevic has driven innovation in screw machine design for over three decades.

Altuğ BaşolView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computational fluid dynamics
• Parallel programming
• Computing with GPU accelerators
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Dr. Altuğ Başol serves as an Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering at Özyeğin University's Faculty of Engineering in Istanbul, Turkey. His academic career bridges advanced computational techniques with practical industrial applications in fluid dynamics and thermal engineering. Education: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, ETH Zurich, Switzerland (2013) MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Boğaziçi University, Turkey (2007) BSc in Chemical Engineering, Boğaziçi University, Turkey (2004) Dr. Başol's research program centers on computational fluid dynamics with specialization in parallel programming and GPU-accelerated computing. His work develops application-specific numerical tools for industrial process optimization, with particular focus on turbomachinery design. He has extensive industry collaboration experience, having worked with leading turbine and compressor manufacturers during his postdoctoral research at ETH Zurich to improve machinery performance and reliability. His research emphasizes harnessing modern multi-core and many-core hardware architectures for engineering simulations. Current Research Projects: Wind comfort assessment of Özyeğin University Campus (TUBITAK 1001 project) Development of Furnace Design and Analysis Software with graphics-accelerated Monte Carlo Ray Tracing Joint research project with Ford Otosan on heavy commercial vehicle under-hood thermal modeling Teaching: Thermodynamics (ME 202) Numerical Analysis (Math 214) Computational Methods for Engineers (ME 418/518) Computational Fluid Dynamics (ME 419/519) Dr. Başol actively recruits graduate students with strong backgrounds in thermal/flow modeling and programming languages including C, C++, and Fortran for research positions that provide hands-on experience with industrial-scale engineering problems.

Howard KuhnView profile

Adjunct Professor

• 3D Printing
• Additive Manufacturing
• Fracture Mechanics
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Howard Kuhn is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Industrial Engineering at the Swanson School of Engineering, University of Pittsburgh. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Carnegie-Mellon University (1966), along with prior degrees from the same institution (MS, 1963; BS, 1962). His research focuses on 3D Printing Additive Manufacturing Fracture Mechanics Mechanical Behavior of Materials Workability Analysis Powder Metallurgy .

GeCheng ZhaView profile

Professor

• Aerodynamics
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Flow Control
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GeCheng Zha is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at the College of Engineering, University of Miami. His research focuses on advanced aerodynamic concepts and flow control technologies, particularly in the area of Co-Flow Jet (CFJ) systems. Dr. Zha's research interests center on aerodynamics and flow control, with a particular emphasis on Co-Flow Jet technology. His work explores how CFJ can be applied to various aerospace challenges including: High-lift coefficient systems for aircraft and Martian flight Flow separation control in extreme adverse pressure gradients Energy-efficient flow control mechanisms Serpentine duct flow management Wind energy applications using cylinder wind sails Dr. Zha's recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on Co-Flow Jet technology applications across multiple domains. His work shows how CFJ can achieve ultra-high lift coefficients (up to 25.13 in some configurations), eliminate flow distortion in serpentine inlets, and improve control surface effectiveness with minimal energy expenditure. His research spans both theoretical computational fluid dynamics studies and practical applications for aerospace systems, with particular attention to energy efficiency metrics. The work has implications for terrestrial aircraft design, Martian exploration vehicles, and wind energy systems. Dr. Zha leads research efforts in advanced aerodynamics and flow control at the University of Miami. His computational work utilizes high-fidelity simulations including RANS, IDDES, and other advanced CFD techniques to analyze complex flow phenomena. He has secured research funding for projects related to active flow control and aerodynamic efficiency improvement. Dr. Zha's laboratory focuses on computational aerodynamics and flow control research, utilizing in-house CFD codes like FASIP for high-accuracy simulations of complex flow phenomena. His team investigates both fundamental flow physics and practical applications of flow control technologies.

Michele FerlautoView profile

Associate Professor

• Aerospace propulsion
• Aero-thermal design
• Computational fluid dynamics
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Michele Ferlauto serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMEAS) at the Polytechnic University of Turin. His academic career spans over a decade, during which he has consistently contributed to doctoral education in Aerospace Engineering from the 27th cycle (2011/2012) through the current 40th cycle (2024/2025). He holds teaching responsibilities for Advanced Aerospace Propulsion, Computational Fluid Dynamics of Propulsion Systems, and Fluid Dynamics of Turbomachinery courses at the master's level, along with contributions to the Space Environment, Access and Operations course in Engineering and Management. Professor Ferlauto's research focuses on aerospace propulsion systems with particular emphasis on fluid dynamics phenomena. His primary research interests include aerospace propulsion, aero-thermal design, computational fluid dynamics, nonlinear inverse problems, and turbomachinery design. His work spans both theoretical and experimental aspects of propulsion systems, with extensive publications in high-impact aerospace journals. His research lines encompass Active Flow Control of propulsive systems and Thrust Vectoring, Compressor instabilities simulation and control, Rotating stall in compressors, gas turbine engine testing, control and simulation, Optimal Aerothermal design of Turbomachinery components, and Solution of inverse problems using Adjoint methods. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong concentration on fluidic thrust vectoring techniques, particularly through differential throttling in aerospike nozzles. His work demonstrates a sophisticated integration of computational fluid dynamics with experimental validation, showing increasing incorporation of artificial intelligence techniques for flow control and system diagnostics. The research trajectory indicates a progression from fundamental fluid dynamics studies toward more applied aerospace propulsion systems with practical implementation considerations. Professor Ferlauto actively supervises doctoral students including Jehangir Hassan, Chengxin Liu, and Emanuele Resta, whose research focuses on fluidic thrust vectoring, non-invasive state recognition technology, and advanced propulsion systems. He has led significant research projects including AEROJET (2007-2011), a numerical and experimental environment for simulating conventional and innovative propulsion systems, and commercial consulting projects related to aerodynamics and heat exchange. His research group, the Aerospace Propulsion Group at DIMEAS, maintains strong connections with industry partners and contributes to sustainable propulsion technologies aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals 7 (Affordable and clean energy), 11 (Sustainable cities and communities), and 13 (Climate action).

• Renewable Energy
• Heat Pumps
• Energy Storage
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Dr Donal Cotter is a Research Associate at Ulster University's Belfast School of Architecture & the Built Environment. He works within the Centre for Sustainable Technologies, specializing in energy storage and heat pump technologies. His academic qualifications include a PhD in building energy storage (2016) and an MEng in Energy and Building Services Engineering (2012) from Ulster University. Education: PhD in Building Energy Storage (2016) MEng in Energy and Building Services Engineering (2012) HNC in Construction Studies (2008) Bachelor's in Manufacturing Engineering (1994) His research focuses on high-temperature heat pumps (HTHPs), organic Rankine cycle systems, and thermal energy management. He investigates low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants, industrial waste heat recovery, and thermodynamic efficiency optimization. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals for sustainable energy and climate action. Recent publications highlight his contributions to reversible heat pump systems, refrigerant-lubricant interactions, and exergo-environmental analysis of transcritical cycles. He has collaborated on projects addressing energy efficiency in domestic and industrial applications. Scientific Awards: McBrides Prize (2012) Dr Cotter maintains affiliations with professional bodies including the Institute of Engineers of Ireland (IEI), Institute of Refrigeration (IOR), and Higher Education Academy (HEA). His professional experience spans construction, mechanical engineering, and project management roles over 15 years.