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J. Rafael Castrejon Pitaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Droplet dynamics
• Inkjet printing
• Additive manufacturing
• +۶ مورد دیگر

J. Rafael Castrejón-Pita is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at University College London. His research focuses on droplet dynamics, inkjet printing, and additive manufacturing, with a particular emphasis on the behavior of complex fluids during breakup and impact. He has led Knowledge Transfer Partnerships with industry leaders such as Xaar plc and Archipelago Technology and co-leads the EPSRC Special Interest Group in Droplet Dynamics. PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Imperial College London (2006) Isaac Newton Trust Fellow at Wolfson College, University of Cambridge (2012-2015) Senior Research Associate at University of Cambridge (2006-2015) Rafa's research explores droplet interactions with substrates, surfactants, and colloidal fluids. His work has applications in industrial processes like printing, coating, and materials science. He has authored numerous high-impact publications in journals such as Journal of Fluid Mechanics and Physics of Fluids , focusing on topics like droplet splashing, jetting, and surface tension effects. Scientific awards include: Isaac Newton Trust Fellowship (2012-2015) Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (2016-present) He directs the MSc programs in Manufacturing with Innovation & Enterprise and Engineering with Innovation & Entrepreneurship. His laboratory is based at the Manufacturing Futures Lab, Marshgate Building, London. Rafa's work is supported by grants from companies like Aricode Printing Technology, Domino Printing Sciences, and Dstl.

• Liquid Crystals
• Soft Matter Physics
• Smectic Films
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Christian Bahr is a Researcher and Group Leader at the Max Planck Institute for Dynamics and Self-Organization in Göttingen, Germany, where he has led the 'Structure Formation in Soft Matter' research group since September 2004. His work focuses on the physics of liquid crystals, particularly smectic phases, and their behavior at interfaces. The group investigates phenomena such as focal conic domains, surface structures, and the dynamics of soft matter systems. Dr. Bahr completed his chemistry studies at the Technical University of Berlin from 1978 to 1984, earning his Diplom in 1984. He then worked as a scientific staff member at TU Berlin from 1984 to 1988, completed his doctorate in 1988, and served as a scientific assistant from 1989 to 1995. He received his habilitation in Physical Chemistry in 1992 and was a Heisenberg Fellow and Privatdozent at the University of Marburg from 1996 to 2000. Prior to joining the Max Planck Institute, he worked as a software developer in Berlin from 2001 to 2004. Dr. Bahr's research spans multiple areas of soft matter physics with a focus on liquid crystals. His group investigates the structure and dynamics of smectic films, particularly focal conic domains that form under antagonistic boundary conditions. They study how substrate patterning affects domain formation, the influence of anchoring strength on domain size, and the effects of phase sequence on domain morphology. The group also explores liquid crystal interfaces, microfluidics of nematic systems, and smectic membranes in aqueous environments. Dr. Bahr's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on the intersection of liquid crystal physics and microfluidics. His work explores topological defects in nematic systems, self-propelling liquid crystal droplets, and the manipulation of disclination lines. There's a clear progression from fundamental studies of smectic film structures to applications in active matter and photonic devices. His research increasingly incorporates computational methods to model director field structures and explores how liquid crystal systems can be used for cargo transportation and optical applications. Dr. Bahr has received several prestigious awards throughout his career: 1993 Heinz-Maier-Leibnitz-Preis, awarded by the Federal Minister for Education and Science 1990 Glenn Brown Award, awarded by the International Liquid Crystal Society 1989 Schering-Preis, awarded by the Society of Friends of the Technical University of Berlin Dr. Bahr has supervised numerous PhD students whose dissertations reflect the breadth of his research interests. His students have investigated topics ranging from liquid crystals in aqueous micellar solutions to surface ordering at liquid crystal interfaces, structure formation in smectic films, and nematic liquid crystals in microfluidic environments. His research has been supported by the Max Planck Society and likely other German research funding agencies. His collaborative work with researchers across Europe and beyond demonstrates strong international connections in the field of soft matter physics. Dr. Bahr leads the 'Structure Formation in Soft Matter' research group within the Department of Dynamics of Complex Fluids at the Max Planck Institute for Dynamics and Self-Organization. His team employs various experimental techniques including atomic force microscopy (AFM) to study surface structures of liquid crystal films, optical microscopy to observe domain formation, and specialized setups for investigating liquid crystal interfaces and microfluidic systems. The group collaborates extensively with other researchers both within the Max Planck Institute and internationally, as evidenced by the diverse author lists on their publications.

• Fluid Dynamics
• Turbulence
• Atmospheric Physics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Florencia Falkinhoff serves as Group Leader of the Small-scale Dynamics in Turbulence research group and Ombudsperson at the Laboratory for Fluid Physics, Pattern Formation and Biocomplexity (LFPB) within the Max Planck Institute for Dynamics and Self-Organization in Göttingen, Germany. Her academic background includes: Ph.D. in Physics from École Normale Supérieure de Lyon (France), funded by IFP Energies Nouvelles, focusing on porous media and hydrodynamics of fixed particle beds M.Sc. in Physics from University of Buenos Aires (Argentina), specializing in direct numerical simulations of particle-laden turbulent flows Her research centers on fundamental turbulence mechanisms at microscopic scales, utilizing the Göttingen Variable Density Turbulence Tunnel (VDTT) to investigate stochasticity in turbulent flows and energy dissipation dynamics. She pioneers experimental approaches to separate deterministic and random velocity field components through repeated turbulence generation (up to 30,000 iterations), advancing predictability models for technological and natural flow systems. Concurrently, she conducts atmospheric boundary layer research through instrumented balloon field experiments, analyzing Lagrangian dispersion of aerosols and gases at scales from 100 meters to 50 kilometers. The Small-scale Dynamics in Turbulence group operates within LFPB's experimental infrastructure, collaborating with Dr. Bagheri and Prof. Bodenschatz to bridge theoretical fluid dynamics with real-world atmospheric transport phenomena, addressing critical gaps in understanding extreme events at turbulent dissipation ranges.

• Computational Science
• High-Performance Computing
• Lattice Boltzmann Methods
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Ulrich Rüde is a retired professor in the Department of Computer Science at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg, holding the Chair of Computer Science 10 (System Simulation). His research focuses on computational science, high-performance computing, lattice Boltzmann methods, and multigrid techniques. He has contributed to scalable simulation frameworks like waLBerla and HyTeG, emphasizing parallel algorithms and numerical methods for fluid dynamics and geodynamics. Editorial roles include SIAM Journal of Scientific Computing and International Journal of Parallel and Emergent Distributed Systems. Leadership in organizations: Zentralinstituts für Scientific Computing, Indo-German Winter Academy, and GAMM Computational Science and Engineering committee. Active in conferences: Copper Mountain Conference on Multigrid Methods, International Supercomputing Conference (ISC), and ACM Computing Frontiers. Research interests span fluid-structure interactions, particle-resolved simulations, and exascale computing. His work addresses challenges in parallel performance, algorithmic scalability, and efficient numerical solvers for complex systems.

• Aerospace Engineering
• Fluid Dynamics
• Thermal Sciences
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Gregory S Elliott is a Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), where he has held faculty positions since 2003. He previously served as an Assistant and Associate Professor at Rutgers University. His academic roles include Associate Head for Undergraduate and Graduate Programs (2010–2014, 2016–2018) and Interim Department Head (2019–2020). Education: B.S. (Mechanical Engineering, Ohio State University, 1987), M.S. (1989), and Ph.D. (1993), all from Ohio State University. Postdoctoral research followed at Ohio State (1993–1995). Research Interests: Experimental thermal/fluid sciences focusing on aerodynamics, supersonic/subsonic flows, turbulence, combustion, and plasma interactions. Specializes in optical diagnostics (e.g., filtered Rayleigh scattering, CARS) for high-speed flows and plasma dynamics. Publications: Over 100 peer-reviewed articles in journals like AIAA Journal , Physics of Fluids , and Combustion and Flame . Recent work includes studies on supersonic base flows, plasma-assisted combustion, and flow control using laser energy deposition. Awards/Honors: NSF CAREER Award (1998), AIAA Teacher of the Year (2006), multiple AIAA paper awards, and ASME Fellow (2013). Recognized for teaching excellence across multiple semesters. Teaching: Courses include Aerodynamics & Propulsion Lab , UAV Performance/Design , and Advanced Aero Propulsion Lab . Known for innovative pedagogy and student engagement. Labs/Teams: Leads research in high-speed flow diagnostics, plasma-based flow control, and combustion. Collaborates on projects like NASA-funded hypersonic propulsion and emergency ventilator development during the pandemic.

Bryan Schmidtمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Fluid Dynamics
• Turbulence
• Hypersonics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bryan Schmidt is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Case Western Reserve University's Case School of Engineering. His research focuses on turbulent and unsteady flows across a range of speeds, from low-speed to hypersonic, employing advanced imaging techniques such as Background Oriented Schlieren (BOS), wavelet-based optical flow velocimetry (wOFV), and particle image velocimetry (PIV). He leads the Flow Physics and Imaging Laboratory, emphasizing experimental methods in fluid dynamics, turbulence, hypersonics, and image processing. Education: PhD in Aeronautics, California Institute of Technology (2016) MS in Aeronautics, California Institute of Technology (2012) BS in Aerospace Engineering, Case Western Reserve University (2011) Professional Memberships: Senior Member, AIAA (American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics) Member, American Physical Society (APS) His research interests include fluid dynamics, turbulence, hypersonic flow analysis, and advanced imaging diagnostics. He has pioneered wavelet-based optical flow velocimetry to improve accuracy in velocity measurements across diverse flow regimes. Notable contributions include studies on aerosol-laden plumes, shockwave dynamics, and combustion-driven flows. He has received prestigious awards such as the ONR and AFOSR Young Investigator Program (YIP) Awards in 2023. His lab develops novel experimental setups, such as self-aligned focusing schlieren systems, and open-source tools like SDToolbox for shock and detonation wave modeling. His work bridges computational and experimental fluid mechanics, with applications in aerospace engineering, environmental systems, and biomedical flows.

Stephen Tullisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Fluid Mechanics
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Fluid Structure Interaction
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Dr. Stephen Tullis is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering , McMaster University . His research integrates fluid mechanics and CFD with applications in nuclear thermalhydraulics , metallurgical flows , sports hydrodynamics , and wind turbine aerodynamics . Research interests include: Complex flows with multiphase, heat transfer, and chemical interactions Modeling of CANDU reactor corium dynamics and molten salt reactors Hydrodynamic optimization of rowing, canoe, and sailing equipment Vertical axis wind turbines with dynamic stall analysis Particulate flow modeling and turbulent combustion Recent publications focus on nuclear accident containment , metallurgical process optimization , and sports biomechanics through coupled fluid-structure simulations. The Fluids Research Lab under his supervision develops advanced synthetic turbulence generation methods and investigates fluid-structure interaction in both industrial and biological systems. Contact: stullis@mcmaster.ca

Michael Stoellingerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Modeling and Simulation of Turbulent Flows
• Reactive Flows
• Combustion Science
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Michael Stoellinger is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wyoming, within the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences. His research focuses on advanced computational modeling of turbulent and reactive flows, with applications in combustion and wind energy systems. Research Interests: His work spans modeling and simulation of turbulent and reactive flows , particularly using probability density function (PDF) models integrated with Reynolds-Averaged Navier-Stokes (RANS) and Large Eddy Simulation (LES) methods. He investigates radiative heat transfer coupling, premixed and flameless combustion , oxy-fuel combustion of alternative fuels , coal combustion and gasification , and soot formation . A significant focus is on hybrid LES/RANS methods applied to wind turbine blade performance prediction . These models are implemented in both in-house codes and the open-source CFD platform OpenFOAM. The trend in his publications from 2008 to 2013 shows a consistent development of unified and hybrid turbulence models, advancing from fundamental PDF modeling of premixed flames to complex applications in coal combustion and atmospheric boundary layers. His work bridges theoretical model development with practical implementation in aerospace and energy systems. Education: Ph.D. in Mathematics, University of Wyoming, 2010 M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Technical University of Munich, 2005 Professional Experience: Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming, 2012–present Postdoctoral Researcher, Applied Science, Delft University of Technology, 2010–2012 Graduate Research Assistant, Mathematics, University of Wyoming, 2005–2010 Graduate Research Assistant, Technical University of Munich, 2001–2004 Dr. Stoellinger has not been mentioned as receiving any scientific awards in the provided text. He advises graduate students in mechanical engineering and combustion research, though specific names are not listed. His work is supported through academic research grants typical of computational mechanics and energy research, though specific grants are not detailed. He leads or contributes to a research group focused on computational fluid dynamics and combustion modeling, utilizing high-performance computing and simulation tools.

Daniel M. Harrisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biomedical Engineering
• Fluid Mechanics
• Interfacial Flows
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Daniel M. Harris is an Associate Professor of Engineering at Brown University's School of Engineering, promoted to this rank in July 2024. His research focuses on fluid mechanics, microfluidics, interfacial flows, nonlinear systems, and vibration through experimental and theoretical approaches in the Harris Lab. Harris holds the following educational qualifications: PhD in Applied Mathematics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2015) BS, Cornell University (2010) Postdoctoral Research Associate and Lecturer, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Mathematics (2015-2017) His research spans biomedical engineering applications, fluid-structure interactions, capillary phenomena, and nonlinear dynamics. He is renowned for pioneering work on walking droplets, microfluidic device development, and vibration dynamics, with strong emphasis on connecting art, craft, and science through experimental fluid mechanics and soft matter physics. Recent publications (2018-2022) reveal dominant themes in microfluidics (Taylor dispersion, device fabrication), interfacial phenomena (capillary attraction, droplet impact), and nonlinear systems (bouncing dynamics, wave-propelled robotics). His work bridges fundamental fluid mechanics with biomedical engineering applications, particularly in micro-robotics for biological propulsion studies and surface property control. Harris has received significant recognition including: Dedicated Faculty Award (2023) American Physical Society Gallery of Soft Matter Winner (2023) Excellence in Research Mentoring Award (2022) Dean's Award for Teaching Excellence (2021) Multiple APS Gallery of Fluid Motion awards (2009, 2012, 2015) NSF Graduate Research Fellowship (2011-2013) He mentors students through research projects as evidenced by his mentoring award, and teaches core engineering courses including Fluid Mechanics and Vibration of Mechanical Systems. His educational innovations include course-based undergraduate research experiences in engineering electives. The Harris Lab actively engages in scientific communication, winning NSF/Popular Science Visualization awards for fluid dynamics demonstrations. The Harris Lab conducts custom experiments in fluid mechanics and soft matter with strong integration of mathematical modeling. The lab emphasizes artistic connections to science and maintains active public outreach through visualizations and demonstrations that have won multiple APS Gallery awards.

Gustaaf Jacobsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Multiphase Flow
• Aerodynamic Design
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Gustaaf Jacobs is a Full Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at San Diego State University (SDSU), within the College of Engineering. He holds a M.Sc. in Aerospace Engineering from Delft University of Technology (1998) and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Chicago (2003). His research focuses on computational multiphase and multi-scale flow physics, particularly in particle-laden flows, flow separation in complex geometries, and plasma-based flow control for applications in combustion optimization and drag reduction. Jacobs has received the AFOSR Young Investigator Award (2009) and became an Associate Fellow of AIAA (2013). His academic journey includes roles as a Visiting Assistant Professor at Brown University (2003–2006) and Postdoctoral Fellow at MIT (2003–2006). At SDSU, he advanced from Assistant Professor (2006) to Associate Professor (2010) before becoming Full Professor in 2013. Research interests span high-order numerical methods, shock wave interactions, and aerodynamic design, with a strong emphasis on experimental validation and computational modeling. Jacobs’ recent work includes studies on synthetic surface generation for additive manufacturing, turbulence transition on airfoils, and stochastic modeling of particle dynamics. His contributions address challenges in fluid-structure interactions, flow control, and predictive simulation techniques for aerospace systems. He collaborates on projects involving high-fidelity CFD, experimental aerodynamics, and data-driven modeling to advance engineering applications.

M Aydinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد آموزشی

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Automotive Aerodynamics
• Aerosol Transport
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. M. Aydin is an Associate Teaching Professor at Ontario Tech University's Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science, specializing in the Department of Automotive and Mechatronics Engineering. With extensive teaching responsibilities, he instructs graduate courses (Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Systems, Advanced Turbomachinery, Automotive Aerodynamics) and undergraduate courses (Industrial Automation, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, and Dynamics). Education PhD in Mechanical Engineering, University of London, UK (1999) MRes in Fluid Dynamics, von Karman Institute for Fluid Dynamics, Belgium (1993) MSc in Nuclear Engineering, Istanbul Technical University, Turkey (1991) BSc in Mechanical Engineering, Istanbul Technical University, Turkey (1988) Research Focus Dr. Aydin's research integrates computational and experimental approaches in fluid dynamics and energy systems. His primary work explores automotive aerodynamics optimization, aerosol transport mechanisms, fuel cell efficiency, and constructal theory applications. Significant contributions include multiphase flow modeling in porous media, heat transfer enhancement through particle suspensions, and biomedical fluid dynamics related to respiratory systems. His publications demonstrate consistent focus on energy conversion efficiency, environmental fluid dynamics, and computational methods, with recent emphasis on sustainable energy applications and automotive engineering challenges. Awards 2022: Dr. Yulei (James) Yang Engineering Teaching Award 2020: Student Choice Teaching Award, Ontario Tech University No information about advised students, research grants, or laboratory affiliations was found in the source materials.

Anthony Wachsمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Particulate Flow
• Numerical Simulation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Anthony Wachs is an Associate Member of the Department of Mathematics at the University of British Columbia (UBC), affiliated with the Faculty of Science. His research focuses on computational fluid dynamics (CFD), particulate flows, and multiphase systems, with emphasis on numerical methods like DEM-CFD coupling and high-fidelity simulations of complex fluid-particle interactions. He develops scalable solvers for non-spherical rigid bodies and fluid-structure interactions, contributing to fields such as granular media, viscoplastic fluids, and biological capsule dynamics. His work bridges computational approaches with real-world applications in energy, biomedical engineering, and environmental systems. Research interests include particle-resolved direct numerical simulations (DNS), fluidized beds, and the development of tools like Grains3D and PeliGRIFF for particle dynamics. His studies address challenges in flow past irregular geometries, hydrodynamic force modeling, and machine learning-enhanced fluid dynamics. Wachs collaborates across disciplines, integrating advanced numerical techniques with experimental validation to advance understanding of multiphase flow phenomena.

Nigel Mottramمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Liquid Crystals
• Fluid Dynamics
• Material Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Nigel Mottram is a Professor and Head of School in the School of Mathematics & Statistics at the University of Glasgow. His research focuses on liquid crystal dynamics, with a particular emphasis on free-surface flows and colloidal systems. He leads collaborative projects involving institutions like the University of Strathclyde and Nottingham Trent University, leveraging grants from the EPSRC. His work integrates mathematical modeling with experimental and computational approaches to understand complex fluid behaviors. Research Interests: Free-surface morphologies in anisotropic liquids Particle dynamics in liquid crystalline phases Applications in industrial coatings and microfluidics Grants & Collaborations: EPSRC Grant (Liquid Crystal Free Surfaces Project) EPSRC Doctoral Training Partnership RSE Network in Nematic-Based Materials He co-organized the 2023 British Liquid Crystal Society Annual Meeting and the Coagulation-Fragmentation and Liquid Crystals conference honoring Professor Iain Stewart. His research team includes prominent collaborators like Prof. Stephen Wilson (Strathclyde) and Dr. Oliver Henrich (Strathclyde).

Suad Jakirlicمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Fluid Mechanics
• Aerodynamics
• Turbulent Flow Modeling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Apl. Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Suad Jakirlic is an Associate Professor at the Technische Universität Darmstadt, affiliated with the Department of Fluid Mechanics and Aerodynamics within the School of Mechanical Engineering. His research focuses on advanced computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and turbulence modeling, particularly in complex flow configurations such as internal combustion engines, fuel cell cooling systems, and automotive aerodynamics. He specializes in Reynolds stress modeling (RSM), large eddy simulation (LES), and scale-resolving methodologies for predicting flow and thermal fields in engineering applications. He has contributed to interdisciplinary studies, including plasma-actuated flow control, thermal mixing in T-junctions, and vortex dynamics in aeronautics. His work integrates experimental validation with numerical simulations, emphasizing practical relevance in energy systems and vehicle design. Jakirlic has authored or co-authored numerous publications on turbulence modeling, flow physics, and heat transfer, often addressing industrial challenges such as engine cooling efficiency and aerodynamic noise reduction. He has also engaged in editorial roles, contributing to special issues of the International Journal of Heat and Fluid Flow (IJHFF) and recognizing peers like Professor Frank W. Schmidt and Thomas B. Gatski.

Maximilian Lauschمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Fluid Dynamics
• Particle Dynamics
• Chemical Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Maximilian Lausch is a researcher at Technical University of Darmstadt specializing in microparticle dynamics within shear flows, with active contributions to fluid mechanics and chemical engineering through high-impact publications. His core research domains include: Fluid Dynamics Particle Dynamics Chemical Engineering Materials Science Multiphase Flows Catalysis Current work emphasizes experimental analysis of particle dissolution, impact fragmentation, and catalytic optimization, particularly for environmental applications like emission control systems. Recent publications demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches combining in-situ characterization, statistical modeling, and flow dynamics.