Kshitij Patle

- Conducted thermal analysis of components using ANSYS Fluent, specifically focusing on complex phenomena including multiphase evaporation and radiation heat transfer. - Implemented a robust co-simulation environment by coupling ANSYS Fluent with Python using FMU (Functional Mock-up Units) interfaces

- Conducted RANS-based CFD simulations to model wind load distribution on timber high-rise structures. - Carried out modal analysis using CFD-derived pressure fields to identify critical resonance frequencies and assess dynamic stability.

- Executed RANS simulations across complex geometries to analyse pressure-induced flow separation zones. - Led the transfer of experiments from an open test section wind tunnel to a Low-Noise, Low-Speed Wind Tunnel (LNB) with a closed test section. - Modified and adapted experimental apparatus to meet the new testing requirements. - Designed and 3D-printed custom jigs to optimize the experimental setup. - Conducted all experiments and collected high-quality reference data for analysis.

Utilized REEF3D to model hydrodynamic and transport processes around offshore wind farms