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Aerodynamics and Simulation Laboratory


Aerodynamics and Simulation Laboratory of Aerospace Engineering

 

The Aerodynamics and Simulation Laboratory of the Department of Aerospace Engineering focuses on examining the aerodynamic performance of air and space vehicles, researching flow dynamics principles, and developing numerical simulation methods. The laboratory aims to contribute to the advancement of aerospace technologies by producing innovative solutions through computational flow analyses.

 

Scientific Research Activities and Studies

The scientific research conducted in our laboratory concentrates on flow dynamics and numerical simulation studies in the field of aerospace engineering. The main analyses and studies are as follows:

  • Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Analyses: Numerical simulations are carried out to examine the aerodynamic performance of air and space vehicles.

  • Turbulence and Flow Control Studies: Experimental and numerical investigations are conducted on topics such as flow separation, vortex structures, and boundary layer control.

  • Aerodynamic Optimization of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs): Analyses and design improvements are performed to increase the aerodynamic efficiency of UAVs.

  • Hypersonic and Supersonic Flow Studies: Research is conducted on flow characteristics and shock waves encountered in high-speed flight regimes.

  • Heat Transfer and Thermal Analyses: Cooling systems and material performance of air and space vehicles in high-temperature environments are examined.

  • Wing and Propeller Performance Testing: Aerodynamic efficiency analyses are performed on wing profiles and propellers of aircraft and UAVs.

Laboratory Infrastructure

  • Equipment and Devices: 10 computers
  • Licensed Software: ANSYS, AutoCAD, MATLAB, Solidworks
  • Physical Facilities: Laboratory space suitable for 20 researchers

Team

Contact

  • Address and Location: DEU Aerospace Engineering Aerodynamics and Simulation Laboratory
  • Contact Information:
    • E-Posta: aerospace@deu.edu.tr
    • Phone: +90 (232) 301 90 59
    • Website: http://aerospace.deu.edu.tr/
    • Mailing Address: Dokuz Eylül University, Faculty of Engineering,
      Department of Aerospace Engineering,
      Tınaztepe Campus, 35390 Buca / İZMİR – Turkey