معرفی
Li Qiao is a Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics at Purdue University, with a courtesy appointment in Mechanical Engineering. He serves as Associate Head and is affiliated with the Maurice J. Zucrow Laboratories. His research focuses on combustion engineering, fluid dynamics, and energy systems, particularly in pre-chamber ignition, rotating detonation engines, and nanomaterial-enhanced fuels. He has contributed to over 50 peer-reviewed articles since 2003.
- Committee Affiliations: University Senate, Engineering Library Coordination Committee, Faculty Awards Committee
Research Interests: Combustion optimization, jet ignition dynamics, nanostructured materials in fuels, and high-enthalpy flow phenomena. His work bridges experimental and computational methods to address challenges in aerospace propulsion and energy systems.
Articles highlight advancements in pre-chamber design, rotating detonation engines, and phase equilibrium modeling of fuel mixtures. His studies explore dilution tolerance, nozzle orientation effects, and thermal choking in scramjets.
No scientific awards explicitly mentioned. Advising and grants are not detailed, but his role as Associate Head suggests administrative contributions to engineering education and research infrastructure. Active in Zucrow Laboratories, a leading combustion and propulsion research facility.
