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Centrifugal Pump Impeller CFD for Hydraulic and Cavitation Optimization
This study simulated the hydraulic and cavitation performance of a centrifugal pump impeller to address inefficiencies in traditional design processes. It characterized baseline performance and quantified the significant performance gain of a redesigned impeller variant.
CFD Parametric Study of Cooling Tower Recirculation and Physics-Informed Surrogate
This project investigated hot-air recirculation in cooling tower arrays, a critical issue reducing thermal capacity and efficiency in industrial heat-rejection yards. A comprehensive CFD parametric study characterized recirculation across varying operating conditions, complemented by a physics-informed surrogate for rapid, millisecond-scale field predictions.
CFD Analysis of Cavitation Risk in a Dam Low-Level Outlet Gate
This project involved a Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) study of a dam low-level outlet controlled by a partially open vertical gate to understand its complex hydrodynamic behavior. The simulation accurately captured critical flow phenomena, including jet contraction and low-pressure regions, enabling a robust assessment of cavitation risk within the structure.
Preliminary Mean-Line Design of a Single-Stage Axial Turbine for RC Turbojet
This project involved the preliminary thermodynamic cycle and mean-line aerodynamic design of a single-stage axial turbine for a medium-class RC turbojet engine. A custom Python solver was used to develop a turbine design meeting a 130 N static thrust requirement, including velocity triangles and a first-order stress check.
2D Cascade CFD Validation of an Axial Hydraulic Turbine's Guide Vane and Runner Blade
This project involved a 2D cascade CFD validation of the guide vane and runner blade profiles for an axial hydraulic turbine to confirm design tool predictions. While runner blade exit angles matched design well, guide vanes delivered significantly more swirl than intended, and the design tool overestimated runner blade tip loading.
2D CFD Analysis of Mach 6 Mixed Compression Scramjet with Hydrogen Combustion
This project involved the design and 2D CFD analysis of a Mach 6 mixed compression scramjet flowpath with hydrogen combustion. The analysis verified the theoretical design while revealing critical flow phenomena, including boundary layer separation and unstart hysteresis, and demonstrating stable flame anchoring.
CFD Analysis of Bio-Inspired Flow Control for Pulsatile Flow Devices
This case study investigated turbulent flow characteristics within a generic pulsatile flow device using RANS CFD. The analysis demonstrated the effectiveness of bio-inspired geometric modifications in reducing turbulence and improving flow efficiency across operating conditions.
Aerodynamic Design and Acoustic Optimization of a Custom 10x6 Folding Propeller
This project focused on the aerodynamic design and acoustic optimization of a custom 10x6 folding propeller for UAV applications. The final design successfully met all thrust and power targets while significantly reducing noise through specialized tip geometry and aerodynamic washout.
Industrial Lifting Device Structural Analysis
This case study investigated the structural integrity of a complex industrial lifting device using Finite Element Analysis. The analysis demonstrated compliance with relevant safety standards and identified critical areas for fatigue consideration under high-frequency operational demands.
Crashworthiness Analysis of Additively Manufactured Lattice-Reinforced Automotive Bumpers
This study numerically benchmarked advanced automotive bumper systems integrated with additively manufacturable lattice cores under frontal crash scenarios. Results quantified topology-dependent trade-offs, demonstrating that BCCZ lattices reduced peak force by 71% while Hybrid lattices increased energy absorption by 256%.
Non-Linear Structural Analysis of an Elongated Component
This case study investigated the structural integrity of an elongated component using advanced Finite Element Analysis techniques. The analysis demonstrated critical failure modes, including buckling and material yielding, under combined mechanical and extreme thermal conditions.
Structural FEA and Design Optimization of an Aerospace Component
This case study investigated the structural integrity and vibrational characteristics of a generic aerospace component using Finite Element Analysis. The analysis demonstrated an iterative methodology for design refinement, achieving improved structural performance and optimized material usage.
Parametric Thermal-Structural Analysis of Laser Material Processing
This case study investigated the coupled thermal and structural response of materials during laser material processing using finite element analysis. The analysis demonstrated how process parameters influence thermal effects and induced stresses, highlighting optimal conditions for minimizing material damage.
Drop Impact Resistance for TZM, Al7075, and AZ31 Alloys
This project investigated the impact resistance of Titanium-Zirconium-Molybdenum (TZM), Aluminum 7075, and Magnesium AZ31 alloys under a 1.5m drop impact. Results demonstrated TZM's superior performance, exhibiting significantly lower deformation, plastic strain, and absorbed energy compared to the other alloys.
Aeroacoustic Modeling and Optimization Strategies for Large Wind Turbine Blades
Modern wind turbines face critical aeroacoustic challenges due to their increasing scale and proximity to communities. This review synthesizes advanced modeling and optimization strategies to achieve robust, low-noise, high-performance blade designs.
Autonomous Aerial Launchpad System for Mid-Air UAV Deployment
Fixed-wing UAVs face significant endurance limitations due to energy demands during takeoff and ascent. This project developed an autonomous aerial launchpad, demonstrating a 32.1% increase in fixed-wing endurance through mid-air deployment.
CFD Validation for Building Aerodynamics and Wind Environment
This case study investigated external aerodynamics and wind environment around a structure using computational fluid dynamics. The analysis demonstrated the application of RANS models for qualitative flow prediction and a methodology for assessing pedestrian-level comfort.
External Aerodynamics of Bluff Body Vehicles using CFD
This case study investigated the external aerodynamics of a generic bluff body vehicle using steady-state RANS CFD. The analysis demonstrated a methodology for evaluating drag reduction strategies and understanding complex flow separation phenomena.
CFD Analysis of Bullet Aerodynamics Across Subsonic to Supersonic Regimes
This project utilized Computational Fluid Dynamics to analyze the aerodynamic performance of a bullet across a wide range of velocities, from subsonic to supersonic. The simulations quantified drag and other aerodynamic forces, revealing significant shock wave formation at supersonic speeds and distinct flow behaviors across all tested regimes.
Design and Analysis of an Agricultural Locust Control Quadcopter UAV
This project focused on designing and analyzing an autonomous quadcopter UAV for agricultural locust control. Through detailed CAD modeling, FEA, CFD, and topology optimization, a robust and efficient design capable of spraying a half-acre area was developed.
Radial Compressor and Turbine CFD Performance Analysis
This case study investigated the aerodynamic performance of radial turbomachinery components using advanced RANS CFD simulations. The analysis demonstrated a robust methodology for predicting performance characteristics and informing design refinements across various operating conditions. The blades were designed and modeled using ANSYS BladeGen.
FEA Design Optimization of Multi-layered Pressure and Tensile Armour for Internal Pressure Loading
This study investigated a multi-layered cylindrical Pressure Pressure and Tensile Armour system under internal pressure using finite element analysis. It revealed that outer diameter is the most critical factor for stress reduction, with optimal performance achieved by combining a large OD and moderate ultimate tensile strength.
LS-DYNA Simulation of GFRP Composite Tube Crash Behavior
This study simulated the crash behavior of a multi-layer Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) composite tube under head-on and oblique impact conditions. The simulations validated the model against research findings and demonstrated how geometric adjustments could achieve consistent crash energy absorption across varying impact angles.
Numerical Validation of Temperature Distribution in Friction Stir Welded Aluminum 7075-T651
This project involved a thermal simulation to predict temperature distribution during Friction Stir Welding (FSW) of Aluminum 7075-T651 plates. The simulation successfully validated maximum workpiece temperatures against published research, demonstrating high accuracy.
Spectral Analysis of Sinusoids: Zero-Padding and Windowing Effects with FFT
This project investigated the impact of zero-padding and various window functions on the frequency domain analysis of synthetic sinusoidal signals using the Fast Fourier Transform. It demonstrated that zero-padding enhances spectral resolution for visualization, while specific window functions are crucial for mitigating spectral leakage and accurately identifying signal components.
DC Motor Transfer Function Identification from Step Response Data in MATLAB
This project focused on identifying the dynamic behavior of a DC motor by analyzing its step response. A first-order transfer function was successfully derived and validated against experimental data, providing a predictive model for motor control applications.
Robotic Manipulator Kinematics, Dynamics, and Control System Design
This case study investigated the kinematic, dynamic, and control aspects of a multi-joint robotic manipulator. The analysis demonstrated a comprehensive methodology for system modeling, structural sizing, and controller implementation to achieve desired motion profiles.
Rankine Cycle Efficiency Optimization using EES for Power Plant Design
This project investigated the thermodynamic performance and efficiency of a Rankine heat engine cycle under varying boiler and condenser pressures. Optimal pressure ranges were identified, achieving a maximum cycle efficiency of 10.52% within the defined operating constraints.
Techno-Economic and Environmental Feasibility of 165 MW CCGT Plant in Karachi
This project assessed the techno-economic and environmental feasibility of a 165 MW Combined Cycle Gas Turbine power plant in Karachi, Pakistan. This comprehensive analysis provided critical data on performance, financial viability, and greenhouse gas mitigation potential to support informed energy planning.
Blast Response of Layered Composite Panels via Explicit FEA
This case study investigated the dynamic response of modular composite panels subjected to blast loading using explicit finite element analysis. The analysis demonstrated a methodology for evaluating protective structures and highlighted effective blast mitigation mechanisms.
CFD Analysis of NACA 0012 Airfoil Aerodynamic Performance and Stall Characteristics
This project investigated the aerodynamic performance of a NACA 0012 airfoil across a range of angles of attack using Computational Fluid Dynamics. Results accurately captured linear lift increase and identified stall onset at 15-20 degrees, characterized by significant flow separation.
External Aerodynamics of a Simplified Bluff Body using CFD
This case study investigated the external aerodynamics of a simplified bluff body using computational fluid dynamics. The analysis demonstrated a robust methodology for predicting drag characteristics and wake structures across various mesh resolutions and turbulence models.
Aerospace Strut Structural and Fatigue Analysis
This case study investigated the structural integrity and fatigue performance of a critical aerospace component using advanced Finite Element Analysis. The analysis demonstrated a comprehensive methodology for evaluating component behavior under various operational and extreme loading conditions, ensuring robust design.
Structural FEA of Laminated Composite Beam-Columns
This case study investigated the structural behavior of laminated composite beam-columns under combined axial and transverse loads using Finite Element Analysis. The analysis demonstrated the influence of laminate stacking sequences on bending stiffness, buckling resistance, and coupling effects.
Gear Train Design and Bending Stress Analysis
This case study explored the systematic design and optimization of a multi-stage spur gear reduction train for power transmission applications. The analysis demonstrated a methodology for achieving compact system architectures while ensuring structural integrity under specified operating conditions.
Supersonic Ejector Performance CFD for Thermal Management Systems
This case study investigated the complex compressible flow within a supersonic ejector for thermal management applications using advanced CFD techniques. The analysis demonstrated a robust methodology for predicting system performance across varying operating conditions and optimizing flow path geometry.
Design and Manufacturing of Autonomous Hybrid VTOL QuadPlane for SAR Missions
This project focused on developing an autonomous hybrid VTOL UAV for search and rescue applications, capable of navigating, detecting markers, and delivering payloads. The final design achieved a 35-minute endurance, 1.5 kg payload capacity, and a cruise speed of 17 m/s, demonstrating robust and efficient performance.
Hypersonic CFD Analysis of Spinning Projectile Aerodynamics and Drag Characteristics
This project simulated the aerodynamic behavior of a spinning projectile across a wide range of velocities, including extreme hypersonic regimes, to understand complex flow phenomena. The simulations revealed significant increases in drag, pressure, and temperature, alongside the formation of strong shockwaves, particularly at extreme hypersonic speeds.