I am interested in supervising research students (master and PhD level) in the following areas: modelling and simulation of multiphase flows for energy and medical systems. Emphasis on sprays and bubble dynamics (caviatation and flashing), interaction of fluids with porous media, turbulent, reacting flows, particulate flows, alternative fuels (hydrogen, syngas, dual fuel engines), cryogenic fluids.
We are also happy to support candidates to apply for fellowships to work within our group [Fellowships by the EPSRC, Royal Academy of Engineering, Royal Society (e.g. Newton International Fellowships), The Wellcome Trust, the Leverhulme Trust, and the European Union (MSC actions)]
Indicative PhD projects currently under development in our lab include
1. Linking in-nozzle flow with spray dynamics at high pressure injection based on probabilistic approaches, P. Mc Ginn
2. Development of a novel break up model for unconvational spray systems, F. Gerbino
3. Development of practical simulation tools for advanced combustion system design, D. Nsikane
4. LES modelling of atomisation from airblast atomisation for aero-engines. Imperial College London, UK, G. Tretola
5. A novel approach to zero emission combustion for ultra-high efficiency internal combustion engines, S Harvey
6. DNS simulation of flash evaporation of cryogenic liquids in rocket engine injectors, Stuttgart University, Germany, D. Loureiro
7. Injection and Droplet Dynamics of Cryogenic Fluids under Supercritical Conditions, J. Gopal