I am a Postdoctoral Associate at the University of Calgary with a strong background in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), turbulence modeling, and computational design optimization. My research focuses on advancing simulation methodologies to address complex fluid flow problems, particularly in energy and sustainability applications. I am passionate about leveraging computational methods to drive innovation in fluid mechanics, tackling real-world engineering challenges, and contributing to the development of sustainable technologies.
Research Interests: My core interests include Computational Fluid Dynamics, Aero/Hydrodynamics, Turbulence, Combustion, Model development, Fluid-Structure Interaction, Multiphase Flows, Renewable Energy, Heat Transfer, and Renewable Energy. In general, I am deeply passionate about addressing challenges through computational and simulation methodologies, seeking innovative solutions to complex problems.
Research Skills
- Proficient in utilizing open-source Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) tools, including OpenFOAM (finite-volume-based) and NEK5000/NekRS (spectral-element-based).
- Developed an open-source simulation framework by seamlessly integrating OpenFOAM with Python, creating a comprehensive mesh-to-result process.
- Adept at high-performance computing (HPC) and GPU simulations within NEK5000.
- Well-versed in using commercial tools like ANSYS and Matlab to enhance research capabilities.
- Certified Solidworks Associate (CSWA)
Programming Skills:
- Python
- Matlab
- C++
- FORTRAN
- LaTeX
Other Skills and expertise:
- Expertise in utilizing Python libraries and frameworks such as NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, and TensorFlow, to extract and interpret high-fidelty CFD data.
- Integrated Python with OpenFOAM (C++ based) to ease data analysis.
- Expertise in Direct Numerical Simulations (DNS), Large Eddy Simulations (LES), and Reynolds-Averaged Navier-Stokes (RANS) based turbulence modeling.
- Experienced in modeling non-Newtonian and viscoelastic fluid flow using Direct Numerical Simulations in OpenFOAM.
- Adept in OpenFOAM and NEK5000 simulation framework.