About the project
Oscillation of aerodynamic structures are widely observed in many engineering applications, such as flapping-wing aerial vehicles, drone or helicopter propellers, wind turbine blades, etc. The aerodynamic and aeroacoustics effects of the unsteady flow conditions caused by the oscillation have been investigated for decades
However, for many rotating applications, understanding to the combined effects of the structural rotation and oscillation are still very limited. Moreover, due to the difficulty in designing test rig, very few experimental results have been reported or published.
This project aims to investigate the rotational effects on an oscillating aerodynamic structure, using both experimental and numerical methods. A test rig that can drive an oscillating rotating aerodynamic structure will be developed. The periodic, transient aerodynamic and aeroacoustic characteristics of this unsteady problem will be revealed. The outcome of this project can help improve the understanding to the three-dimensional and unsteady effects on an aerodynamic structure and develop high-performance, low-noise aerodynamic design in real applications.
By joining in this project, you will have the privilege of being part of the Acoustic Group at the Institute of Sound and Vibration (ISVR) and benefit from having access to the cutting-edge experimental facilities at the University of Southampton and high-speed computational resources. You will be involved in an international, interdisciplinary, and motivated research team and have an opportunity to collaborate with renowned scholars at ISVR. As part of our research activities, you will be encouraged to participate international academic conferences to present and discuss your research.