My short-term vision is to contribute significantly to the understanding of fluid dynamics in complex enclosures, particularly through innovative computational and experimental approaches. In the long term, I aspire to lead pioneering research in fluid mechanics, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and interdisciplinary collaboration to address challenges in energy efficiency, sustainability, and engineering design.
My research focuses on the stability and bifurcation analysis of shear-driven flows, particularly Taylor-Couette flow in unconventional geometries. This includes exploring phenomena such as vortex formation, flow instabilities, and turbulent transitions in enclosures of varying shapes. By integrating advanced numerical methods like meshless solvers with experimental techniques, I aim to bridge theoretical predictions with real-world observations.
My career objective is to excel as a researcher and academician in fluid mechanics. I aim to contribute to the global scientific community by solving complex fluid dynamics problems and mentoring the next generation of engineers and scientists. I am particularly interested in advancing the development of high-performance computational tools and experimental techniques.
I believe that impactful research is driven by curiosity, collaboration, and innovation. By embracing multidisciplinary approaches and adopting open scientific practices, I strive to tackle intricate challenges with creativity and rigor. My work is fueled by a passion for unraveling the mysteries of fluid mechanics, and I am committed to translating theoretical advancements into practical applications that benefit society.
A. Unnikrishnan, A. Kumar, V. Narayanan, R. Govindarajan [2024-present]
A. Unnikrishnan, V. Narayanan, S. P. Vanka [2024-present]
A. Unnikrishnan, H. Jung, S. Cheng, V. Narayanan, S. P. Vanka, L. P. Chamorro [2023-present]
A. Unnikrishnan, V. Narayanan, S. P. Vanka [2021-2023]
A. Unnikrishnan, V. Narayanan, L. P. Chamorro, S. P. Vanka [2023]
A. Unnikrishnan, S. Shahane, V. Narayanan, S. P. Vanka [2022]
A. Unnikrishnan, V. Narayanan [2021]
A. Unnikrishnan, N. V. George [2021]
A. Unnikrishnan, V. Narayanan [2020]
A. Unnikrishnan, U. Ghosh [2019]
A. Unnikrishnan, V. Narayanan [2018]
A. Unnikrishnan, P. Arjunan [2016]
Fettle Engineering Pvt. Ltd. [2015]
Prof. Surya Pratap Vanka
University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign, Illinois, USA
spvanka@illinois.eduProf. Leonardo Chamorro
University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign, Illinois, USA
lpchamo@illinois.edu