Thermofluids

The department investigates thermofluids from climatic to micro scales, targeting diverse applications such as convection patterns, nozzle ejections, and aerodynamics of elite athletes.

Research projects

Carbon in a Bubble: Cavitation in Ionic Liquids

This project aims to investigate the potential of pressure-driven phase change as an energy-efficient mechanism for removing dissolved gases from low melting point salts, by advancing understanding of the cavitation behaviour of ionic liquids.

Liquid Atomisation in Aerospace Propulsion

We study the fundamental physics of spray atomisation, the process by which liquid streams break up into small droplets.

Enabling Precise Droplet Control in Hydrofluorocarbon Free Sprays

This project aims to investigate the use of blended propellants to replace hydrofluorocarbons in technical aerosols.

CFD of Polymeric Fluids

We aim to develop advanced microstructure-based rheological models and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations that connect the nanoscale fluid mechanics of polymer molecules with the macroscale flow behaviour of their solutions.

CFD of Microswimmer Suspensions

Our goal is to develop models and techniques to connect the flow behaviour of such suspensions with microswimmer characteristics.

Resonance Prediction and Mitigation in Rectangular Twin-Jets

This project aims to develop tools to predict and mitigate high-amplitude acoustic tones, known as screech, in turbulent flows issuing from twin rectangular engines.

Reducing Rocket Resonance is the Key to Safer Spaceflight

This project aims to improve the safety of rocket launches by predicting and ultimately controlling the intense sound waves generated by a rocket’s exhaust.

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