Mathematical modelling and flow analysis

About our research

Our theme explores the use of computational fluid dynamics (CFD), specialising in the development and application of computational hydraulics and aerodynamics.

Funded mainly by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council, our projects focus on:

  • evaluating marine renewable technology (wave and offshore wind) through the development of computational fluid dynamics methods and tools

  • predicting wave impact loads on coastal and marine structures such as coastal defences, marine vessels and oil and gas platforms

  • modelling of wave interactions with fixed and floating bodies

  • high-performance computing for CFD

We welcome opportunities for new collaborative projects in these areas. 

Ours was the only UK university research group involved as investigators and project partners in both the SUPERGEN wind hub and SUPERGEN marine programmes.

We are currently:

And we are one of the lead partners of the Collaborative Computational Project in Wave Structure Interaction consortium and a partner of the UK Fluids Network.

Meet the team

See contact details, publications history, specialisms and more.

Selected projects

Large waves breaking against a sea wall in Devon, UK

Time, tide and computer codes

Prof Ling Qian explains how mathematical codes are helping to solve major engineering challenges by modelling the impact of waves on coastlines, structures and renewable technology.