معرفی
Dr. Jun Yao serves as a Senior Lecturer in Aerospace Engineering at the School of Engineering, University of the West of England (UWE Bristol), within the Department of Engineering, Design and Mathematics. His research leverages computational fluid dynamics to address industrial flow challenges across renewable energy systems, turbomachinery, and aerospace applications, with significant contributions to REF2021 impact case studies.
Education:
- PhD
- MPhil
- MSc
- BEng
Dr. Yao specializes in multiphase flow dynamics, heat transfer phenomena, and aerodynamic optimization. His work pioneers flow control techniques for vertical axis wind turbines (VAWTs) using Gurney flaps, investigates hydrogen combustion and fuel cell electrocatalysts, and models thermal systems for building ventilation and turbine blade cooling. Recent publications demonstrate strong interdisciplinary focus on sustainable energy solutions through advanced CFD methodologies and experimental validation.
Analysis of Dr. Yao's 2020-2025 publications reveals three dominant research thrusts: (1) VAWT performance enhancement via passive flow control devices across operational regimes, (2) multiphase flow modeling in industrial processes (laser cladding, sludge discharge, heat exchangers), and (3) turbulence simulation techniques for aerodynamic prediction. His work consistently bridges fundamental fluid dynamics with practical energy applications.
Scientific Awards:
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)
Dr. Yao leads collaborations with Mitsubishi Electric R&D Centre (MERCE-UK) on hydrogen combustion and turbomachinery projects. His teaching portfolio spans Thermofluids, Fluid Mechanics, CFD, Sustainable Energy, Aerodynamics, and Aero-propulsion courses, integrating cutting-edge research into curriculum development for aerospace engineering students.
His research group maintains experimental facilities for laser diagnostics in multiphase flows and computational resources for high-fidelity CFD simulations, supporting innovations in wind energy harvesting, thermal management systems, and clean combustion technologies through industry-academia partnerships.
