Ricardo Camarero

Ricardo Camarero is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal. With a B.Eng., M.Eng., and Ph.D. from McGill University, he has established himself as a leading researcher in computational fluid dynamics and numerical methods for mechanical engineering applications.

His research interests span geometric modeling, combustion and reactive flows, numerical simulation of fluid flows, aerodynamics using numerical methods, and turbomachinery design. Professor Camarero's work primarily focuses on developing and applying advanced computational techniques to solve complex engineering problems, particularly in the areas of fluid-structure interaction, high-voltage circuit breaker design, and turbomachinery flow analysis.

With 166 publications spanning several decades, his research output demonstrates consistent contributions to the field of computational fluid dynamics. His recent work (2021-2024) shows continued activity in immersed boundary methods, mesh generation techniques, and applications to electrical engineering problems, indicating an active and productive research program.

Professor Camarero has supervised 20 PhD students and 15 Master's students, reflecting his significant contribution to graduate education. His teaching responsibilities include courses in numerical methods and fluid mechanics, directly supporting his research areas.

His research has strong practical applications, particularly in the electrical engineering sector where his work on circuit breaker design, arc extinction, and alternative insulating gases provides valuable insights for industry. The interdisciplinary nature of his work bridges mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and computational mathematics.