Hermann F. Fasel

Hermann F. Fasel is a Professor in the Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering at the University of Arizona and a member of the Graduate Faculty. His research is centered on high-speed aerodynamics, boundary-layer transition, and computational fluid dynamics, utilizing advanced simulation techniques such as direct numerical simulation (DNS) and linear stability analysis.

Research Interests: Fasel's work spans fundamental and applied aspects of fluid dynamics, particularly in hypersonic and transonic regimes. His expertise includes boundary-layer instability, shock-wave interactions, active flow control, and transition prediction using machine learning. He investigates complex flow phenomena over various geometries such as flat plates, cones, swept wings, and hollow cylinders.

The recent publications highlight a consistent focus on high-speed boundary-layer transition, with increasing integration of data-driven methods like the Mori-Zwanzig formalism for modal decomposition. His research bridges theoretical analysis, numerical simulation, and experimental validation, often in collaboration with teams from other institutions.

Scientific Awards:

• AIAA Fellow (2021)
• AIAA Fluid Dynamics Award (2019)
• Ludwig Prandtl Ring (2018)

Advising and Grants: Fasel has advised numerous graduate students and researchers, including C. Hader, A. Haas, and S. Hosseinverdi. His research is supported by major funding agencies such as the Office of Naval Research (ONR), Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR), and Army Research Office (ARO), as evidenced by his regular participation in their program reviews and workshops.

Labs and Teams: He leads a research group focused on high-fidelity simulations of compressible flows, collaborating with experimentalists and theorists. His team develops and applies advanced CFD solvers and participates in national and international forums such as AIAA, IUTAM, and ERCOFTAC.