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Dr. A.G. Straatman is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Mechanical & Materials Engineering at Western University. His research focuses on thermofluids, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and heat/mass transfer in porous media and rotating flows. He previously worked at Advanced Scientific Computing (now ANSYS) and has held academic roles since 1997, becoming a full professor in 2010.
- Ph.D., University of Waterloo (1995)
- M.E.Sc., University of Western Ontario (1992)
- B.E.Sc., University of Western Ontario (1991)
Dr. Straatman’s research spans two primary areas: convective heat/mass transfer enhancement using porous metals and energy transport in Ranque-Hilsch vortex tubes. His work integrates computational modeling, laboratory experiments, and industrial applications, with recent projects involving thermal storage with phase-change materials and rotating compressible flow characterization.
His 15 most recent publications highlight advancements in thermal energy storage, vortex tube dynamics, porous media modeling, and computational methods for fluid/porous interfaces. Key topics include phase-change material optimization, turbulence modeling in GMT composites, and predictive analysis of rotating flows.
- Edward G. Pleva Award (2007)
- Mohan Mather Award (2001)
- Terry Base Award (multiple years)
- USC Teaching Honour Roll (2008–2018)
- Fellow, Canadian Society for Mechanical Engineering (2016)
- Fellow, Canadian Academy of Engineering (2024)
Dr. Straatman has supervised graduate researchers and collaborated with industry partners such as Oak Ridge National Laboratory and Meridian Technologies. His technical reports cover applications in carbon foam heat exchangers, magnesium alloy casting, and airflow modeling in agricultural systems.
