جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Mahdi Abkarمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Fluid Mechanics
• Turbulence
• Data-driven Modeling
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Mahdi Abkar is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering, Aarhus University, leading the Fluids and Energy section. His research focuses on fluid mechanics, turbulence modeling, and wind energy optimization using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and machine learning techniques. Research Areas: Fluid Mechanics, Turbulence, Wind Energy, Data-Driven Modeling Affiliation: Aarhus University, College of Engineering His recent work emphasizes turbulence modeling, LES/RANS simulation improvements, and wind farm power prediction. Articles highlight data-augmented models, flow separation analysis, and drag reduction strategies. He contributes to CFD applications in renewable energy systems, including ultrasonic flow meter design and atmospheric boundary layer interactions.

Fabio Valoppiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Food Materials Science
• Oleogels
• Emulsions
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Fabio Valoppi is a University Researcher and Associate Professor in Food Materials Science at the University of Helsinki, affiliated with the Helsinki Institute of Sustainability Science (HELSUS). He holds roles as a supervisor for the Doctoral Programmes in Materials Research and Nanosciences and Food Chain and Health. His research focuses on lipid-based materials, particularly oleogels and emulsions, with applications in food structure design, sustainability, and nutritional health. He leads projects like FIBER-OLEO and OleoFlow, addressing obesity through innovative food systems. Valoppi received the Young Scientist Award (2022) and actively collaborates internationally, with over 66 publications. His work integrates materials physics, acoustics, and computational modeling to advance functional food technologies. Research interests include: food nanotechnology, structured lipid systems, ultrasound-assisted processing, and sustainable food design. His group develops methods for oleogel crystallization using ultrasonic standing waves and explores bioactive compound delivery. Key equipment managed include an automatic titrator for digestion analysis and fiber optic oxygen meters. Recent projects emphasize industrial ultrasonic cleaning (SIUC) and imaging mass spectrometry (UIMAS). Valoppi has organized conferences like the Sustainability Science Days 2022 and delivered invited talks on oleogel advancements. His work bridges academic research with industry needs, focusing on scalable, oxidative-stable materials for healthier food products.

LOH Wai Lamمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Subsea processing
• Multiphase flow
• Oil and gas production
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor LOH Wai Lam is affiliated with the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the National University of Singapore (NUS), part of the College of Design and Engineering. He coordinates the Offshore Oil & Gas Technology Specialisation and manages the Subsea Systems and Transportation Programme at the Centre of Offshore Research & Engineering (CORE). His qualifications include a PhD, MSc, and BEng from the University of Manchester, UK, with professional certifications as a Chartered Engineer (CEng) and memberships in the Royal Aeronautical Society (MRAeS) and the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE). His research focuses on subsea processing, multiphase flow systems, and oil/gas production optimization. Notable contributions include patented innovations in multiphase pumps, flow metering, and separation technologies. He has received prestigious awards such as the Royal Society Esso Energy Award (1998) and Hart’s Petroleum International Special Meritorious Award (1999) for engineering innovation. Before joining NUS in 2006, he spent 16 years in the UK working in R&D roles for Oil & Gas companies, leading multidisciplinary projects on production, processing, and transportation. His work emphasizes practical engineering solutions for industry challenges, blending academic research with industrial applications.

• Fluid Mechanics
• Acoustics
• Solidification Processes
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sophie Miralles is a researcher at the Laboratory of Fluid Mechanics and Acoustics (LMFA - UMR 5509) at INSA Lyon , France. Her work focuses on the intersection of acoustic streaming , metallic alloy solidification , and flow measurement techniques such as velocimetry. Research Themes : Characterization of flows generated by acoustic streaming, solidification of metallic alloys and semiconductors, and development of velocimetry methods. Collaborations : Involved in projects like the 2021 Carnot Ingénierie@Lyon initiative on acoustic wave-driven stirring and a 2018 contract with Constellium C-TEC for ultrasound applications in molten alloys. Article Trends : Her publications emphasize fluid mechanics (8/12), acoustics (6/12), and MHD (4/12). Key subfields include acoustic streaming , solidification processes , turbulent mixing , and magnetic field interactions in fluid systems. Patents : Co-inventor of two patents related to ultrasonic interface tracking in silicon crystallization and conductive fluid velocimetry . Laboratory Context : Works within the Turbulence & Instabilities team at LMFA, utilizing advanced facilities like the 9-meter open flume channel for experimental studies on density-driven mixing in river confluences and industrial discharges.

Detlef Papeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Measurement Technology
• Acoustics
• Ultrasound
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Detlef Pape serves as Professor of Automation and Industrial Measurement Technology and Dean of Studies for the BDI program at Stuttgart University of Applied Sciences since 2017, specializing in measurement technology, acoustics, and ultrasound with emphasis on industrial applications. Education: Physics, University of Paderborn Professional Experience: Senior Scientist, ABB Research Institute, Baden Switzerland (2005-2018) Research Assistant, Institute of Thermodynamics of Aerospace, University of Stuttgart (2000-2005) Development Engineer, Landis & Gyr/Siemens AG, Frankfurt (1990-1996) His research focuses on ultrasonic transducers, thermal mass flow diagnostics, and non-invasive measurement systems, addressing critical challenges in fluid dynamics and industrial process monitoring through practical engineering solutions. Publications from 2010-2020 reveal consistent innovation in sensor technology, with increasing specialization in non-invasive monitoring techniques for power systems, chemical processing, and valve diagnostics, demonstrating strong industry-academia collaboration. Prof. Pape holds over 30 patents translating research into industrial applications, particularly in flow measurement systems and valve diagnostics, establishing him as a significant contributor to measurement engineering innovation.

Amitabh Narainمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Heat Transfer
• Fluid Mechanics
• Thermal Management
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Amitabh Narain holds a PhD from the University of Minnesota (1983) and is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Michigan Technological University. He is a Fellow of the ASME and serves as an Associate Editor of ASME JOE. His research focuses on phase-change phenomena, including enhanced nucleate boiling and flow condensation, with applications to thermal management, waste heat recovery, and cooling for high-performance computing and electric vehicles. He has secured continuous NSF, NASA, and industry funding since 1986, resulting in over 85 peer-reviewed publications. Education: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, University of Minnesota (1983). Research expertise includes heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and multiphase flows. Current projects emphasize data center cooling and small-scale power generation for energy efficiency. He leads experimental and computational studies using advanced CFD/CHT tools. ASME Fellow Associate Editor, ASME Journal of Engineering for Gas Turbines and Power Former Chair/Vice-Chair of ASME committees HTD-K8 and AMD-Fluid Mechanics Research trends include high heat-flux cooling, dielectric fluids, and microstructuring for stable boiling. Recent work addresses gravity-independent cooling systems and pulsatile flow control. His NSF-funded projects (2023) explore energy-efficient cooling and waste heat recovery in data centers. Grants and collaborations involve industry partnerships for applied thermal solutions. Labs and teams: Active in experimental setups for flow boiling/condensation, CFD simulation development, and microchannel heat sink design. Collaborates with students and researchers on thermal system innovations.

Yousef Farajمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Materials Science
• Environmental Engineering
• Nanotechnology
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Dr. Yousef Faraj is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Chester, affiliated with the Faculty of Science, Business and Enterprise. His research spans interdisciplinary fields including materials science, environmental engineering, and nanotechnology, with a focus on advanced materials for energy-efficient systems, water decontamination, and biomedical applications. His work integrates experimental and computational approaches to develop innovative solutions for challenges in multiphase flow measurement, smart hydrogel systems, and photocatalytic remediation. Notable contributions include studies on memristor-based neural networks, ferroelectric photomemristors for artificial vision systems, and light-responsive nanochannel membranes for pesticide control. Dr. Faraj also specializes in multiphase flow characterization using techniques like Electrical Resistance Tomography (ERT) and Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV), contributing to industrial applications in oil/gas/water flow measurement and sewage sludge management. His research emphasizes sustainability, energy efficiency, and scalable microfluidics for material synthesis.

• Capacitive Ultrasonic Transducers
• Non-Contact Ultrasonic Measurements
• Ultrasonic Flow Measurement
• +۳ مورد دیگر

William Wright is a Senior Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering and Director of the Ultrasonics Research Group at the School of Engineering, University College Cork (UCC). He holds a BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering (1991) and a PhD in Air-Coupled Ultrasonic Testing (1996) from the University of Warwick, UK. His career includes roles as a Research Associate/Fellow at Warwick (1991–1997) before joining UCC in 1997. Education : BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering, University of Warwick (1991) PhD in Air-Coupled Ultrasonic Testing of Materials, University of Warwick (1996) Research Interests : Focuses on capacitive ultrasonic transducers, non-contact ultrasound applications, ultrasonic flow measurement, and communication systems. His work includes developing air-coupled transducers for industrial and biomedical uses, such as swallowable sensors and wireless data transmission. He also investigates ultrasonic tomography for temperature and flow field imaging in gases. Grants : €169,745 from Science Foundation Ireland for ultrasonic secure wireless communication (2011–2016) €153,878 from the EU for nanotechnology-related research (2004–2005) Multiple grants from the Irish Research Council for projects on transducer design and flow measurement Labs/Teams : Leads the Ultrasonics Research Group ( http://ultrasonics.ucc.ie/ ), which develops advanced ultrasonic technologies for industrial, medical, and energy applications. Collaborates on wave energy converter monitoring and biomedical sensor integration. Teaching : Responsible for modules in Thermodynamics, Applied Thermodynamics, Non-Destructive Testing, and CAD/CAM. Supervised over 10 postgraduate students, including Sean McSweeney (PhD on capacitive transducers) and Salem Brini (MEngSc on flow measurement).

Mario Javier Rincónمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Fluid Mechanics
• Energy Engineering
• Turbulence Modelling
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Mario Javier Rincón is an Industrial Postdoctoral Researcher at Aarhus University’s Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering, collaborating with Kamstrup A/S. His work focuses on data-driven turbulence modelling and optimisation of ultrasonic flow meters using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and surrogate modelling techniques. Education PhD in Fluid Mechanics, Aarhus University (2020–2023) MSc in Energy Engineering, Aalborg University (2016–2018) BSc in Mechanical Engineering, Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (2011–2016) Research Interests Rincón specializes in turbulence modelling enhanced by data-driven corrections, topology optimisation for industrial systems, and CFD-driven surrogate optimisation. His open-source contributions include the PDA-enhanced k-omega SST model with OpenFOAM. Publications Trends His research output spans fluid mechanics, energy engineering, and industrial optimisation. Key areas include turbulence model augmentation, flow meter design, and renewable energy forecasting using hybrid machine learning frameworks. Laboratories and Teams He is affiliated with Aarhus University’s Fluids and Energy section and collaborates with Kamstrup A/S on industrial CFD applications for flow measurement technologies.

John Durodolaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Predictive Modeling
• Mechanical Behavior of Materials
• Fatigue Analysis
• +۸ مورد دیگر

John Durodola is a Professor in Mechanical Engineering and Mathematical Sciences at Oxford Brookes University, affiliated with the School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics. He teaches modules such as statics and dynamics, and serves as the Post Graduate Research Tutor for engineering and mathematics students. His academic background includes a PhD and DIC. His research focuses on predictive modeling for engineering components, mechanical behavior of materials, and applications in automotive and aerospace industries. Key interests include artificial neural networks applied to fatigue and NDE, noise vibration and harshness (NVH), lightweight vehicle structural analysis, and finite element methods. He has collaborated with automotive companies and held a Visiting Fellowship at Nanyang Technological University (2015). Professor Durodola has secured significant research grants, including an EPSRC-funded NVH project (£371k, 2003–2007) and contributions to the LIVEMAN project on adhesive bonding for lightweight vehicles. His work has been published in leading journals and he reviews articles for various academic journals. He has advised students such as Abhinav Priyardashi, whose 2022 thesis explored ultrasonic melt treatment effects on Al-based alloys. His research has influenced areas like functionally graded materials and residual stress analysis.

• Thermodynamics
• Fluid Mechanics
• Ultrasonic Flow Measurement
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Artur Andruszkiewicz (DSc, PhD, Eng) serves as Vice-Dean at the Faculty of Mechanical and Power Engineering of Wrocław University of Science and Technology. His research focuses on thermodynamics, ultrasonic flow measurement, and renewable energy systems, with a particular emphasis on fluid dynamics and pipeline metrology. Position: Vice-Dean, Department of Thermal Sciences Contact: artur.andruszkiewicz@pwr.edu.pl His research explores ultrasonic flowmeter accuracy under non-standard conditions, including flow disturbances from valves, elbows, and orifice plate erosion. He has also investigated two-phase liquid-metal-gas flows and thermal performance optimization for storage tanks. The 15 most recent articles (2025–2022) span topics in ultrasonic measurement , gas-liquid flow analysis , photovoltaic system evolution , and outdoor cooling systems . These works reflect interdisciplinary expertise in fluid mechanics, renewable energy integration, and metrology.

Michael Mayleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Computational Physics
• Sensor Technologies
• Ultracold Quantum Gases
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Michael Mayle is a Research Professor for Applied Computational Physics at Nuremberg University of Applied Sciences. He serves as a member of the Doctoral Center for Physical and Biomedical Engineering (CPaB) and holds a deputy position on the CPaB doctoral committee. His office is located at space KA.434, with contact details including phone +49 (0)911 5880-1309 and email michael.mayle@th-nuernberg.de. His research centers on Computational Physics with specialized focus in Sensor Technologies , Ultracold Quantum Gases , and Acoustics . He leads the Computational Physics for Sensor Technologies research group, developing advanced computational models for physical systems with direct applications in sensor design and analysis. His work bridges theoretical physics with practical engineering solutions. Analysis of his publication trajectory (2006-2025) reveals a distinct evolution from fundamental quantum research to applied sensor technology. Early work (2006-2013) established expertise in ultracold molecules and Rydberg atom physics, while recent publications (2019-2025) demonstrate a strategic pivot toward industrial applications including piezoelectric material analysis, ultrasonic flow metering, and water consumption pattern recognition. Professor Mayle actively contributes to doctoral education through the CPaB framework and teaches core courses including Simulation of Physical Systems (Continuum Mechanics) for M-AMP, Physics (Oscillations and Waves) for B-MED, and Building Physics for B-EGT/B-BI programs. His research group maintains strong industry connections through sensor technology development and applied computational modeling projects.