جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Offshore Renewable Energy
• Floating Offshore Wind Turbines
• Multi-purpose Offshore Structures
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Maurizio Collu is a Professor in Offshore Renewable Energy Engineering at the Department of Naval Architecture, Ocean and Marine Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Strathclyde, where he has been a faculty member since August 2018. He is actively leading high-impact research in offshore renewable energy systems and holds leadership roles in international committees and editorial boards. His research focuses on the applied mechanics and multidisciplinary modeling of dynamics for offshore renewable energy systems. Key areas include the analysis and design of floating offshore wind turbines and multi-purpose offshore platforms. His work integrates hydrodynamics, structural mechanics, and control systems to develop advanced aero-hydro-servo-elastic coupled models. He is particularly known for pioneering research in floating wind-hydrogen integration and AI-driven offshore maintenance. The recent publications highlight a strong trend toward integrated offshore energy systems, with increasing focus on hydrogen production, fatigue resilience under multiple sea states, and optimization of spar and semisubmersible floating platforms. His work leverages high-performance computing and data-driven methods to improve design and operational feasibility. Calder Prize (2011) Maurizio Collu has directly managed approximately £4.5 million in public research funding across projects totaling £28.5 million, funded by EPSRC, NERC, Innovate UK, ORE Catapult, EU H2020, and others. He is the Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator in major projects such as Ocean RE-Fuel (floating wind-to-hydrogen), The Blue Growth Farm (multi-functional offshore platforms), INNO-MPP (UK-China collaboration), and HOME-Offshore (AI for wind farm maintenance). He actively supervises PhD and postgraduate researchers and collaborates with industry partners ranging from startups to multinational energy firms. He is involved in key research teams and labs focused on offshore renewable energy, including the research group at the University of Strathclyde's Department of Naval Architecture, Ocean and Marine Engineering. He also contributes to international consortia such as the ITTC Ocean Renewable Energy Committee and serves as an advisor to SINTEF Ocean. His work is part of a broader network advancing sustainable offshore energy solutions aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Qing Xiaoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Biomimetics
• Marine Renewable Energy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Qing Xiao is a faculty member in the Department of Naval Architecture, Ocean and Marine Engineering at the University of Strathclyde . With over 25 years of expertise in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) , they focus on bio-inspired fluid dynamics and marine renewable energy systems. Their research includes modeling flapping-wing aerodynamics, tidal turbines, and floating wind turbines with coupled aero-hydrodynamic simulations. Research Themes: Bio-inspired robotics, offshore renewable energy, fluid-structure interaction, vortex-induced vibrations. Collaborations: EPSRC-funded projects, Supergen ORE Hub partnerships, and industrial alliances. Recent Work: AI-driven surrogate models for floating offshore wind turbines, hyperelastic material applications in wave energy converters, and digital twin frameworks for structural health monitoring. Scientific Recognition: OMAE Subrata Chakrabarti Young Professional Award (2017) Strathclyde Teaching Excellence Award (2013) Students & Supervision: Advising PhD candidates like Kobe Hoi Yin Yung and Hoi Yin Yung, with graduates Xiang Li and Yang Luo contributing to bio-inspired robotics and CFD-FSI studies. Labs & Teams: Leads an interdisciplinary CFD-FSI research group at Strathclyde, fostering academic-industrial cooperation and hosting visiting researchers.

Muhammad R. Hajjمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nonlinear Dynamics
• Fluid Mechanics
• Structural Dynamics
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Muhammad R. Hajj is the George Meade Bond Professor, Chair of the Department of Civil, Environmental and Ocean Engineering, and Director of the Davidson Laboratory at Stevens Institute of Technology. With a distinguished career spanning over three decades, his expertise lies in nonlinear dynamics , fluid-structure interactions , and energy harvesting , applying these to ship hydrodynamics , biomimetic flight/underwater vehicles , and coastal resilience . He has mentored 32 PhD students and authored over 170 journal publications. Education PhD (1990), MS (1985), Civil Engineering , University of Texas at Austin BE (1983), Civil Engineering (with Distinction) , American University of Beirut Research Interests Dr. Hajj’s work bridges nonlinear dynamics and fluid mechanics to address challenges in structural/aeroelastic stability , bio-inspired design , and renewable energy systems . His fluid-structure interaction studies focus on ship hydrodynamics , transonic flutter , and storm surge prediction , while his energy harvesting research explores piezoelectric systems , self-powered sensors , and biomimetic energy conversion . Recent Trends in Publications His 2022-2021 publications emphasize coastal extreme weather resilience via AI-driven storm surge modeling , bio-inspired robotic fish for underwater energy harvesting , and nonlinear aeroelastic systems to enhance renewable energy extraction . Themes include high-efficiency piezoelectric designs , vortex-induced vibration control , and ultrasonic contactless power transfer , reflecting his commitment to integrating nonlinear dynamics with practical engineering applications . Scientific Honors Fellow, Engineering Mechanics Institute, ASCE Distinguished Civil Engineering Alumni (AUB, 2019) Dean’s Award for Excellence in Research (VT, 2016) Distinguished Leader in Research (VT, 2016) Excellence in Research Award (VT, 2015) Advising and Grants Dr. Hajj has supervised 32 PhD students , many of whom hold prestigious roles in academia and industry. He has secured major grants, including $1.8M from the Department of Energy for floating wave energy converters , $4.94M from the Port Authority for storm surge forecasting , and $200K from the NSF for bio-inspired telemetry energy harvesting .

• Computational hydroacoustics
• Vibroacoustics
• Flow-induced noise and vibrations
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Mahmoud Karimi is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering , University of Technology Sydney (UTS), leading the Vibroacoustics Research Group within the Centre for Audio, Acoustics and Vibration. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from UNSW with specialization in vibration and acoustics, and has conducted visiting research at University of Cambridge, Technical University of Munich, and INSA Lyon. His research focuses on computational hydroacoustics, vibroacoustics, and uncertainty quantification in noise/vibration problems. Academic Leadership : Editor-in-Chief of Acoustics Australia since 2025 Research Income : Attracted $6M in competitive grants ($2M as Chief Investigator) since 2017 Technical Expertise : Specializes in acoustic black hole structures, flow-induced vibration modeling, and leak detection in buried pipelines Scientific Awards : Recipient of ARC DECRA Fellowship (DE190101412) 2019-2022 Research Trends : His 91+ publications demonstrate expertise in hybrid acoustic modeling techniques, sustainable hempcrete development, and vibration energy harvesting solutions with applications in mining, rail systems, and water infrastructure. International Collaborations: University of Cambridge (UK), Technical University of Munich (Germany), INSA Lyon (France) Teaching Portfolio: Advanced numerical methods, dynamics & control, and computational modeling at UTS

• Interfacial Fluid Dynamics
• High-Speed Photography
• Cavitation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nathan B. Speirs is an Assistant Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Brigham Young University's College of Engineering. He joined the faculty in 2023 and specializes in interfacial fluid dynamics using high-speed photography and theoretical modeling. His research explores water entry mechanics, cavitation bubble dynamics, and microphysical interactions of droplets with airborne particulates. PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Utah State University (2018) BS in Mechanical Engineering, Brigham Young University (2015) His research spans: High-speed imaging of water entry and cavitation phenomena Hydroelastic effects on cavity formation Droplet-particulate interactions in atmospheric flows Acceleration-induced fluid instabilities Recent publications focus on water entry dynamics, cavitation control, and fluid-structure interactions, with applications in naval engineering and environmental science. Trends include experimental validation of theoretical models and visualization of transient fluid behaviors. Scientific honors include the American Physical Society Division of Fluid Dynamics Gallery of Fluid Motion Award (2023). Teaching interests emphasize fluid dynamics and engineering measurement techniques. Professional roles include ad hoc peer review for the Journal of Fluids and Structures , Journal of Fluid Mechanics , National Science Foundation grant proposals, and American Physical Society conferences.

• Renewable Energy
• Fluid-Structure Interaction (FSI)
• Aeroacoustics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Huadong Yao is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Marine Engineering, Chalmers University of Technology. His research spans renewable energy , fluid-structure interaction (FSI) , and transportation systems , with a focus on offshore wind farms, wave energy, and aero/hydroacoustics. Multi-University Collaboration : Guest professorships at international institutions Leadership Roles : Coordinator of Horizon 2020 projects (e.g., IVANHOE) and guest editor for journals Key Organizations : Member of AIAA, SAE International, RINA, ICNMT, and ICES Working Group on Offshore Renewable Energy His research integrates CFD and FSI coding (OpenFOAM, in-house codes) with turbulence modeling (LES, SNGR) to address problems in marine hydrodynamics (e.g., rim-driven thrusters, wind-powered ship propulsion) and terrestrial transportation (high-speed train aerodynamics, urban air mobility). Recent work explores biomechanics (whiplash injury hydrodynamics) and battery cooling systems for electric vehicles. Current projects focus on: Optimization of wave energy converter farms (hexagon layouts, mooring fatigue) Hubless rim-driven thruster design (gap geometry, concave cavities) Hydrographic impacts of offshore wind turbines on marine environments Urban air mobility (UAM) aerodynamics Multidisciplinary Design Optimization (MDO) using machine learning He collaborates with institutions like AIAA, SAE, and ICES, and has received funding from Horizon 2020 and Swedish national agencies.

Chien Ming Wangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Structural stability
• Vibration analysis
• Structural optimization
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Chien Ming Wang is the Transport and Main Roads Chair Professor of Structural Engineering at the University of Queensland (UQ) since 2017. He also holds an Adjunct Professor position at Monash University and contributes to the Centre for Marine Science within UQ’s Faculty of Science. Alumnus of the Year 2015, Monash University Chartered Structural Engineer Educational Background : Bachelor of Civil Engineering (First Class Honours), Monash University, 1978 M.Eng.Sc. and Ph.D., Monash University, 1980 & 1982 Research Focus : Pioneering Very Large Floating Structures (VLFS) with applications in floating bridges, oil storage, and aquaculture systems. His work spans structural stability, vibration analysis, optimization of arches, and nonlocal theories for nanostructures. He developed Hencky bar-chain models and Shooting-Optimization Technique for boundary value problems. Scientific Leadership : Authored 500+ journal papers, 6 books, and 4 edited volumes with over 26,000 citations. Led $10M+ in industrial projects including Blue Economy CRC initiatives. Holds multiple patents in floating structures and aquaculture systems. 2019 Nishino Medal 2019 JN Reddy Medal IStructE Singapore Structural Award for Sustainability 2016 Minister of National Development R&D Special Mention 2017 Advising & Collaborations : Supervised 28 PhD and 20 MEng students, including work with NUS , SINTEF , and PolyU . Current projects involve offshore seaweed farms, self-healing concrete, and hybrid timber-cardboard composites.

• Renewable Energy
• Fluid Dynamics
• Turbine Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Christopher Vogel is a Research Fellow at New College and a Senior Research Associate in the Department of Engineering Science at the University of Oxford. He holds a first-class BE(Hons) in Engineering Science from the University of Auckland and completed his DPhil at Oxford under the Oxford Martin School’s Programme on Globalising Tidal Power Generation. His work focuses on advancing renewable energy technologies, particularly in tidal and wind energy systems. His research interests include fluid dynamics of tidal turbines, aerodynamic performance optimization, blade design under erosion, and large-scale renewable energy array modeling. He has contributed to projects like the Tidal Energy Research Group and the FastBlade facility for full-scale tidal blade testing. Vogel’s work integrates computational fluid dynamics (CFD), experimental testing, and multi-scale analytical models to address challenges in energy extraction efficiency, structural durability, and system reliability. Recent publications highlight advancements in actuator line methods for turbine wake prediction, uncertainty quantification in blade-element momentum theory, and dynamic loading analysis of tidal arrays. His studies often bridge theory and application, emphasizing practical solutions for marine and wind energy deployments. Collaborations include the Tidal Benchmarking Project and investigations into hybrid systems combining wave energy converters with breakwaters. Vogel’s interdisciplinary approach addresses both technical and environmental dimensions of sustainable energy systems.

Herbert Steinrückمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Fluid Mechanics
• Heat Transfer
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Herbert Steinrück is an Associate Professor at Vienna University of Technology (TU Wien) since 1997, with multiple affiliations across the university's engineering departments. His primary appointments include the Institute of Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer (E307), Institute for Analysis and Scientific Computing (E322), and Institute of Engineering Design and Product Development (E101). He leads research in the Computational Fluid Mechanics research area (E322-02). Steinrück completed his Dipl.-Ing. in Mathematics at TU Wien in 1983, followed by his Dr. techn. degree between 1983-1985. He served as a Research Assistant from 1983-1989 at the Institute of Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer, then worked as a University Assistant from 1992-1997 before achieving Habilitation in 1991. His international experience includes a Visiting Scientist position at IBM Thomas Watson Research Center in 1989-1990. His research focuses on Computational Fluid Dynamics, Wave Dynamics, and Combustion Engineering . Steinrück's work spans rotary and gravity waves in cylindrical containers, flame propagation in confined spaces, dust explosions, and flow-induced vibrations. His approach combines experimental validation with asymptotic analysis and numerical simulation, particularly examining stability characteristics and excitation mechanisms in complex fluid systems. Recent work shows increasing focus on multiphysics problems involving fluid-structure interaction. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent work in wave dynamics (particularly rotary waves in cylindrical containers), with expanding applications to combustion phenomena and structural interactions. His research demonstrates strong continuity in fundamental fluid mechanics while adapting to address practical engineering challenges in compressor design, explosion safety, and aeroelasticity. Steinrück has mentored numerous graduate students through thesis supervision, with documented advisees working on topics including hydroelastic gear lubrication, circulating condensate films, dental air turbines, and flow-induced vibrations in U-beams. His collaborative work extends to conference organization, including editing proceedings for the EFRC Conference series.

Li Yuzhuمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Coastal Engineering
• Fluid-Structure Interaction
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Li Yuzhu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the National University of Singapore (NUS). Her expertise lies in coastal engineering with a focus on computational fluid dynamics (CFD), fluid-structure interaction, and sediment transport. She has held prestigious fellowships including the Humboldt Research Fellowship and Marie-Curie & H.C. Ørsted Postdoc Fellowship. She completed a PhD in Offshore Engineering from the University of Stavanger (2019), an M.Eng in Ocean and Naval Architecture from Memorial University (2016), and dual bachelor's degrees in Ocean Engineering and English Literature from Chinese institutions (2013). Her research addresses critical challenges in coastal resilience, including wave-structure interactions, scour prevention, and turbulence modelling. She serves as Associate Editor for the Journal of Ocean Engineering and Marine Energy and chairs the Technical Committee on Climate Change at the Institution of Engineers, Singapore. Recent work focuses on biofilm-encrusted microplastics, tsunami-induced scour, and energy harvesting via elastic structures. Her publications span 20+ peer-reviewed articles in top journals like Coastal Engineering and Journal of Fluid Mechanics.

Yang Huangمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Ocean Renewable Energy
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Hydrodynamic Performance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yang Huang serves as a Research Fellow in the Department of Naval Architecture, Ocean And Marine Engineering at the University of Strathclyde. His work focuses on advanced numerical methods for marine renewable energy systems, contributing significantly to the development of sustainable ocean energy technologies. Dr. Huang's research centers on the application of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) for flow analysis of ocean renewable energy systems. His expertise encompasses hydrodynamic performance simulation of marine structures, with particular emphasis on wave energy converters and floating offshore wind turbine systems. His current work investigates the complex interactions between fluid dynamics and structural responses in marine energy harvesting devices, addressing critical challenges in efficiency and stability of ocean energy systems. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on hydroelastic response in wave energy converters and power stability in floating offshore wind systems. The research shows consistent application of advanced numerical methods to solve engineering challenges in marine renewable energy, with particular attention to fluid-structure interactions and system optimization for real-world ocean conditions. Dr. Huang currently serves as Co-investigator on the EPSRC-funded project 'Bionic Adaptive Stretchable Materials for WEC (BASM-WEC)', which aims to develop an analysis and laboratory testing integrity toolbox for designing state-of-the-art adaptive materials for Wave Energy Converters. His collaborative work spans multiple international research groups focused on advancing marine renewable energy technologies.

• Offshore Renewable Energy
• Marine Technology
• Wind Power
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Erin Bachynski-Polić is a Professor in the Department of Marine Technology at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). Her research focuses on offshore renewable energy systems, particularly the design and analysis of fixed and floating support structures for wind turbines, hydroelasticity, and optimization of marine systems. She leads several major projects including WAS-XL, Green Energy at Sea, and WINDMOOR, addressing challenges in mooring systems, extreme loading, and floating wind farm layouts. Education includes a Ph.D. from NTNU (2014), an M.S. and B.S.E. from the University of Michigan (2010 and 2009), specializing in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering with a mathematics minor. Her teaching spans marine dynamics, ocean structure design, and offshore wind courses. Research interests emphasize advancing hydrodynamic and structural models for floating turbines, wake steering techniques, and environmental load analysis. Notable contributions include validation of Morison force formulations, mooring optimization, and storm impact studies. Projects like SFI BLUES and FLOAWER aim to develop next-generation floating support structures for large-scale offshore wind energy.

Mohammad Izadiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Ice Mechanics
• Hydrodynamics
• Computational Mechanics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mohammad Izadi is a Research Engineer and Doctoral Student in the Department of Energy and Mechanical Engineering at the School of Engineering. His research focuses on ice mechanics, hydrodynamics, and computational mechanics, with a particular emphasis on fluid-structure interaction (FSI) and experimental methodologies. He investigates phenomena such as ice formation under salinity-controlled conditions, water impact dynamics of flexible structures, and numerical modeling of wedge-body interactions with water surfaces. His work spans both theoretical and experimental approaches, leveraging computational tools like CFD to analyze hydroelastic behaviors and surface water dynamics. Recent studies include salinity effects on ice production and oblique slamming of asymmetric wedges. Izadi’s research contributes to advancements in understanding complex fluid-structure interactions with applications in maritime engineering and environmental mechanics. His publications demonstrate expertise in numerical modeling, experimental validation, and analysis of dynamic water impact scenarios. While no specific awards or grants are mentioned, his doctoral studies and research engineer role indicate active engagement in academic and applied research.

• Computational Multiphysics
• Offshore Renewable Energy
• Finite Element Methods
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Oriol Colomes Gene serves as Assistant Professor in the Offshore Engineering section within the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences at Delft University of Technology. He leads the Computational Multiphysics in Offshore Engineering research group, focusing on advanced numerical methods for offshore renewable energy applications. His teaching responsibilities include the “Floating and Submerged Structures” module for Civil Engineering master’s students and “Introduction to Computational Dynamics of Offshore Structures” in the Offshore and Dredging Engineering master’s program. His educational background includes a combined Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (2011) and a PhD in Civil Engineering (2016) from Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, followed by postdoctoral research at Duke University (2016-2020). Colomes Gene’s research centers on computational multiphysics with emphasis on: Development of efficient Finite Element solvers for turbulent flows, free-surface flows, and visco-elasto-plastic solids Fluid-structure interaction in complex geometries Numerical methods for multi-phase and multi-material systems Applications in offshore wind, wave energy, and floating photovoltaics His recent work demonstrates strong integration of theoretical numerical methods with practical offshore renewable energy challenges, particularly in hydroelastic analysis of floating structures and optimization of energy capture systems. His scientific recognition includes: NWO Open Technologieprogramma subsidy for the RAPID-Wind project (2025) Colomes Gene actively supervises research within his Computational Multiphysics group and contributes to major collaborative projects including SPARKLES (2024-2030), which investigates nature-positive floating solar solutions. His research is supported by significant grants targeting offshore renewable energy innovation and computational methodology advancement. His laboratory work focuses on high-performance computing for multiphysics simulations, with particular expertise in developing and validating numerical frameworks for: Free-surface flows interacting with structures Vortex-induced vibrations Complex geometry hydrodynamics Hydroelastic response of very large floating structures

Tommi Mikkolaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Fluid Mechanics
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Ship Hydrodynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tommi Mikkola is a University Lecturer in Fluid Mechanics at Aalto University, with a career spanning roles from summer trainee to postdoctoral researcher at the Ship Laboratory of Helsinki University of Technology. He focuses on advancing fluid mechanics education through systematic, student-centered approaches, emphasizing interactive learning and critical thinking. His research expertise includes computational fluid dynamics (CFD), ship hydrodynamics, and hydrodynamic interactions in maritime systems. Mikkola has contributed extensively to understanding ship stability, ice-structure interactions, and fluid-structure coupling in extreme conditions. His work bridges theoretical models with practical applications, addressing challenges like parametric roll resonance, air lubrication systems, and accidental load evaluations in maritime operations. His academic journey reflects a strong commitment to both education and research innovation. Current projects involve developing efficient numerical methods for predicting hydrodynamic behaviors, such as wave-structure interactions and slamming impacts. He collaborates on boundary element methods and FSI modeling to enhance ship design and safety standards. Despite no explicit mentions of awards or grants, his publications indicate active engagement in advancing naval architecture and marine engineering disciplines. Notable research interests include: optimizing computational models for marine systems, analyzing ship dynamics in extreme sea states, and improving teaching methodologies in fluid mechanics. His recent studies cover topics like energy-based ice load evaluation, two-way coupled FSI simulations for grounding incidents, and asymmetry in hull structural responses. These efforts aim to improve maritime safety, energy efficiency, and operational reliability through rigorous hydrodynamic analysis.