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Advanced Combustion Modelling for Scramjets and Rotating Detonation Engines (ARC Discovery Project administered by University of Sydney) (2022–2025)

Abstract:
This project will develop new fundamental knowledge and engineering models underpinning air-breathing high speed propulsion engines employing complex hydrocarbon fuels. Extensive data and new physical understanding will be garnered through analysis of direct numerical simulations of supersonic reacting mixing layers including impinging shock waves. That data will be employed to isolate, test and develop computationally efficient engineering models that are accurate and efficient for high speed combustion in rotating detonation engines and scramjets. Expected outcomes are knowledge and tools needed to develop practical and effective supersonic propulsion engines for access to space, defence and high speed point-to-point flight.
Grant type:
University of Sydney
Researchers:

  • Professor Vincent Wheatley

    Professor
    School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering
    Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology

  • Dr Alexander Klimenko

    Reader
    School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering
    Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology
Funded by:
The University of Sydney