PhD Studentship : DNS of Hypersonic Boundary-Layer Transition

Use of high-fidelity Direct Numerical Simulations (DNS) for investigating stability and laminar-turbulent transition for boundary layers at hypersonic speeds M=4 to 14). The focus is on understanding the relevant physical mechanism in the linear and nonlinear stages of the transition process, including the break down to turbulent flow. Based on the findings of these fundamental studies, promising flow control methods will by investigated using again high-fidelity DNS. For the investigations fully tested and validated in-house developed linear stability and DNS codes will be available. Useful experience/skills/interest: Experience with high-performance computing; coding experience (e.g. C, Python, Fortran, ...) Interest in flow physics, high-speed flows Use of commercial or open-source CFD codes (e.g. Open Foam, SU2, Fluent, US3D ...) Contact Information: Please mention the CFD Jobs Database, record #20135 when responding to this ad. Name Hermann Fasel Email faselh@arizon.edu Email Application Yes Address Hermann Fasel AME Department University of Arizona 1130 N Mountain Ave Tucson, AZ 85718