Peter Manovski
- pmanovski@student.unimelb.edu.au
- Desk 3.021, Level 3, Melbourne Connect
Thesis Title
Understanding the fundamental mechanisms and scaling of turbulent boundary layers over axisymmetric bodies of revolution
Research overview
Slender axisymmetric bodies of revolution represent the simplest form of an aircraft fuselage or an underwater vehicle. The turbulent boundary layer flow over such geometries is important as it can be the source of significant drag, noise, and structural vibrations. Understanding of the fundamental mechanisms within these layers is key to improving the performance of such vehicles. Indeed, the aim of this research is to conduct wind tunnel experiments using state-of-the-art flow diagnostics to understand at a fundamental level the effects on the turbulent boundary layer due to the varying pressure gradient over the body as well the transverse curvature.
Supervisors
Dr Charitha de Silva
Qualifications
B.Eng. Mechanical Engineering, Monash University, Australia (2005)
B.Tech. Aerospace Engineering, Monash University, Australia (2005)