Advanced Simulation Techniques for Optimizing Thermohydraulic Performance in Heat Exchangers
Campus Plus is announcing another National Industry PhD project driving innovation in advanced thermal engineering.
This partnership brings together the world‑class high‑performance cooling and advanced manufacturing capabilities of PWR Advanced Cooling Technology and the computational simulation and engineering research expertise of QUT (Queensland University of Technology) to explore advanced simulation techniques for optimization of thermohydraulic performance in next‑generation heat exchangers.
The project, "Advanced Simulation Techniques for Optimizing Thermohydraulic Performance in Heat Exchangers", will develop and validate CFD models, investigate fin‑geometry effects, apply machine‑learning‑based optimisation, and manufacture bespoke additively‑produced prototypes for wind‑tunnel testing. The goal is to deliver faster, more accurate performance prediction tools that enable efficient, durable, and cost‑effective heat‑exchanger designs for Australia’s transport and energy sectors.
The research will be conducted by two PhD candidates - Cameron Edward and Robert Jackson - with academic support from Dr Tuquabo Tesfamichael from QUT (Queensland University of Technology), and the industry mentorship of Frank Albina Mr Frank Albina from P.W.R Performance Products Pty Ltd.
Plus a big thank you to Dr Tobias Maconachie and Michelle Norman for facilitating this collaboration.
Congratulations to all involved!