Research Experience
Aero-thermodynamics of Micro Gas Turbine Combustors
Aero-thermodynamics of Micro Gas Turbine Combustors
Aero-thermodynamics of Micro Gas Turbine Combustors
My research focuses on the computational modeling and simulation of micro gas turbine (MGT) systems to evaluate the effects of fuel composition, combustor geometry, and operating conditions on performance and efficiency.
Key Outcomes and Learnings
- Performing literature review from Summer 2026
Opposed Flow Flame
Aero-thermodynamics of Micro Gas Turbine Combustors
Aero-thermodynamics of Micro Gas Turbine Combustors
My research evaluates the accuracy of 1D and 2D computational models in predicting temperature and species distributions in hydrogen–ammonia counterflow diffusion flames by validating simulations against high-resolution DPCARS experimental measurements.
Key Outcomes and Learnings
- Research was accepted for three conferences: CSSCI 2026, ISOC
My research evaluates the accuracy of 1D and 2D computational models in predicting temperature and species distributions in hydrogen–ammonia counterflow diffusion flames by validating simulations against high-resolution DPCARS experimental measurements.
Key Outcomes and Learnings
- Research was accepted for three conferences: CSSCI 2026, ISOC 2026, IMECE 2026
- Learned to use ANSYS Fluent to run simulations of a counterflow diffusion burner
- Utilized TecPlot 360 to effectively communicate simulation results
- Demonstrated excellent agreement between measurements and 1D/2D computations
- Quantified the importance of multidimensional effects
Hypersonic (HRAM) Jet Propulsion
Aero-thermodynamics of Micro Gas Turbine Combustors
Hypersonic (HRAM) Jet Propulsion
My research involved computational modeling of a DLR scramjet combustor to investigate hydrogen-fueled supersonic combustion, fuel–air mixing, and shock interactions in hypersonic propulsion systems.
Key Outcomes and Learnings
- Learned to use CONVERGE CFD and TecPlot 360 to run simulations and conduct post-processing analysis on a 2D DLR SCR
My research involved computational modeling of a DLR scramjet combustor to investigate hydrogen-fueled supersonic combustion, fuel–air mixing, and shock interactions in hypersonic propulsion systems.
Key Outcomes and Learnings
- Learned to use CONVERGE CFD and TecPlot 360 to run simulations and conduct post-processing analysis on a 2D DLR SCRAMJET
- Utilized Adaptive Mesh Refinement and performed grid independent studies for the most optimized grid
- Learned to troubleshoot errors by attending trainings and interacting with experts on forums
Projects
Titan 1 Project
Virgin Galactic (VG) Human Tended Module for Suborbital Flights - Zero Gravity Experiment
Virgin Galactic (VG) Human Tended Module for Suborbital Flights - Zero Gravity Experiment
Designed a Pre-Phase A mission to Titan's methane lakes, leveraging instrumentation insights from Cassini-Huygens, Europa Clipper, and New Horizons. Developed MATLAB scripts that integrated mechanical degradation and half-life models to estimate ASRG power output over mission lifetime for optimal power system selection.
Virgin Galactic (VG) Human Tended Module for Suborbital Flights - Zero Gravity Experiment
Virgin Galactic (VG) Human Tended Module for Suborbital Flights - Zero Gravity Experiment
Virgin Galactic (VG) Human Tended Module for Suborbital Flights - Zero Gravity Experiment
Designed the payload layout, engineered a silicon balloon reset mechanism with volume analysis in MATLAB, tested sealants for leakage, and produced a SolidWorks model of the test vessel for a suborbital stick-slip experiment on green propellants. This experiment will be part of the Purdue 1 Mission.
Rocket Launch Project
Virgin Galactic (VG) Human Tended Module for Suborbital Flights - Zero Gravity Experiment
Rocket Launch Project
This project involved the design, simulation, and launch of a solid rocket motor with a custom 6-fin finocyl grain, which successfully demonstrated neutral thrust and reached an apogee of 357 meters.
TEaching Assistant (TA)
TA for ME 264: Introduction to Manufacturing for Mechanical Design
As a Mechanical Engineering Lab TA, I trained 40 students in advanced manufacturing processes, including CNC and manual machining, laser cutting, and sheet metal fabrication. I reinforced iterative design principles, guiding students to optimize their projects for manufacturability (DFM), assembly (DFA) and cost-efficiency. Additionally, I evaluated technical lab reports, providing constructive feedback to sharpen students' engineering communication and technical writing.