Thermodynamics research enables engineers to improve efficiency, reduce emissions, and enhance performance in these systems. Heat transfer principles are crucial for analysing and designing various engineering systems where heat exchange plays a critical role. This could range from thermal management in electronics to designing efficient heat exchangers in HVAC systems. Research in this area involves developing advanced materials, exploring novel heat transfer mechanisms, and optimising heat exchange processes for specific applications. Thermodynamics and heat transfer intersect with numerous other disciplines, such as fluid dynamics, materials science, and even biomedical engineering. Postgraduate research often involves interdisciplinary projects that require a holistic understanding of these principles to address complex engineering challenges. As the world moves towards sustainable technologies, there is a growing need to optimise energy usage and minimise waste heat. Research in thermodynamics and heat transfer plays a vital role in developing sustainable energy systems, improving thermal efficiency, and mitigating environmental impacts.
Research Theme Members
Areas of Expertise
Heat and mass transfer in applications of biology, drug delivery, and propulsion. Exact and numerical mathematical modelling of heat and mass transfer in the composite domain. Flow in Porous media.
Research Interests
Drug Delivery, Diffusion in porous media, Green’s Function Solution to the diffusion Equation. Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning
Areas of Expertise
Heat transfer
Research Interests
Microchannel heat exchangers, appliance energy efficiency
Current Postgraduate Opportunities
Project Title: Complex steel matrix composite edges for 3D vacuum insulation systems
Funding/stipend: Fees covered, $12,000 for travel/expenses, $25,000 stipend
Application deadline: Continuous
Project Title: 3D vacuum insulation
Funding/stipend: Fees covered, $12,000 for travel/expenses, $25,000 stipend
Application deadline: Continuous
Project Title: Low thermal conductivity mixed metal oxides for aerogel frameworks
Funding/stipend: Fees covered, $12,000 for travel/expenses, $25,000 stipend
Application deadline: Continuous
Project Title: Low thermal conductivity infrared opaque materials
Funding/stipend: Fees covered, $12,000 for travel/expenses, $25,000 stipend
Application deadline: Continuous
Project Title: Functionally graded silica aerogel
Funding/stipend: Fees covered, $12,000 for travel/expenses, $25,000 stipend
Application deadline: Continuous
Areas of Expertise
Experimental, CFD and theoretical modelling
Research Interests
thermodynamics, heat transfer, thermoacoustic engines, fluid dynamics
