Michele Trancossi

Michele Trancossi is a Senior Lecturer in the ACES school at Sheffield Hallam University, United Kingdom, where he has been employed since November 2015. He holds a PhD in Industrial Engineering from the Università degli Studi di Modena e Reggio Emilia, Italy, awarded in 2009. He also serves as a Visiting Scientist at the Department of Electromechanical Engineering, Universidade da Beira Interior, Portugal, since 2019.

• PhD in Industrial Engineering, Università degli Studi di Modena e Reggio Emilia (2006–2009)

His research focuses on thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, aerospace propulsion, and energy efficiency, with a particular emphasis on the Constructal Law, Bejan number, Coanda effect, and plasma actuators. He investigates applications in sustainable building design, UAVs, airships, and thermal management systems. His work integrates theoretical modeling with experimental validation, especially in heat transfer and fluid flow optimization.

The recent publications of Michele Trancossi demonstrate a strong trend in applying second-law thermodynamics and exergy analysis to diverse engineering challenges, ranging from aerodynamics and propulsion to sustainable architecture and indoor climate control. His work frequently explores innovative configurations such as stair-shaped plasma actuators, container house energy systems, and high-altitude airships, often integrating renewable energy sources and Industry 4.0 principles.

• Member, American Physical Society (2020–present)
• Member, American Society of Mechanical Engineers – Heat Transfer Division (2009–present)
• Associate, Society of Automotive Engineers International – Aerospace and Automotive (2008–present)
• Member, ASTM International (2020–present)

Michele Trancossi has led and contributed to numerous research projects on energy-efficient vehicle design, thermodynamic optimization, and advanced propulsion systems. His collaborations span institutions in Portugal, Italy, and the UK, involving interdisciplinary teams focused on aerospace, mechanical, and energy engineering. While specific grant details are not listed, his extensive publication output in high-impact journals and conferences indicates sustained research activity and funding support. He supervises research in thermal systems, fluid dynamics, and sustainable technologies, though no named students are listed in the provided data.

He is actively involved in research teams working on the ACHEON propulsion system, Coanda effect applications, and energy self-sufficient vehicles. His work often involves computational fluid dynamics (CFD), experimental testing, and thermodynamic modeling in collaboration with international researchers such as J. Pascoa, G. Cannistraro, and A. Dumas.