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The C in CFD usually stands for “computational”; however, it can also mean “colorful”. Here are some visualizations from my work where it’s the latter.

NASA’s STARC-ABL configuration. I performed coupled aeropropulsive design optimizations of the aft-propulsor to quantify the benefit of boundary layer ingestion [C2, C4, J6].
A 2D aerodynamic shape optimization that starts from a circle, goes through an unreasonable intermediate design, and arrives at a supercritical airfoil [J1].
The optimization frameworks must be robust enough to handle extreme cases like the one in the middle to achieve a push-button solution in optimization [J2].
Convergence of the ONERA M6 wing using the ANK solver [J2].
Common research model (CRM) wing-body configuration, simulated at 90º angle of attack to demonstrate the robustness of the ANK solver [J2].
NASA’s STARC-ABL concept, simulated at 90º angle of attack as an “off-design” aeropropulsive case. Again, this case was analyzed as a joke, but it also shows the robustness of the ANK solver [J2].
Perturbing the fuselage design of the DLR-F6 configuration to create a “fairing” using the surface mesh deformation method I developed [J5].
Modifying the wing mounting location of the DLR-F6 configuration using the surface mesh deformation method I developed [J5].
Modifying the wing mounting angle of the DLR-F6 configuration using the surface mesh deformation method I developed [J5].
Aerostructural simulation of a wing using the MPhys package [J8].