Irshaad Mahomed

Dr. Irshaad Mahomed serves as a Lecturer in the School of Mechanical, Industrial & Aeronautical Engineering at the University of the Witwatersrand. He holds a BSc, MSc, and PhD in Mechanical Engineering, with his academic career centered on advanced aerodynamic phenomena.

His research expertise spans:

• Acceleration and deceleration aerodynamics
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modeling
• Unsteady shock wave dynamics
• Transonic and supersonic flow regimes
• Experimental flow simulation methods
• Gas dynamic phenomena in flight maneuvers

Analysis of his 14 publications (2014-2024) reveals consistent focus on unsteady aerodynamic effects during acceleration/deceleration phases, particularly examining shock wave propagation, stand-off distances, and expansion wave diffraction around axisymmetric bodies and corners. His methodological approach combines high-fidelity CFD simulations with experimental validation, frequently employing moving reference frame techniques for accelerating bodies. Key contributions include characterizing near-body shock motion for slender geometries and quantifying bow shock behavior during subsonic deceleration.

Dr. Mahomed actively disseminates findings through premier venues including the International Shock Interaction Symposium, International Symposium on Shock Waves, and journals such as the Aeronautical Journal, Shock Waves, and Journal of Fluid Mechanics, demonstrating sustained scholarly impact in high-speed aerodynamics research.