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Combustion
Kinetics Laboratory Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering Professor Hai Wang |
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Recent Research Highlights |
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We explore the reaction mechanisms of fuel
combustion by quantum mechanical and RRKM calculations, combusting flow
simulations, and model optimization. Our objective is to develop a
comprehensive and predictive reaction model for the combustion of hydrocarbon
fuels. Research sponsored by |
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The
yellowish luminous flame is the consequence of soot formation during the
conversion of fuel to carbon dioxide. Our work focuses on size-resolved
and on-line characterization of soot particles (in collaboration with
Professor Denis
Phares) and detailed modeling of soot formation. Sample results and publications Research
sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF) Strategic Environmental
Research & Development Program (SERDP) |
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We study
how nanocrystalline metal oxide thin films may be
produced in combustion flames. These
particles are of interest to applications including gas sensing, nanocatalysis, photocatalysis,
and solar cells. Sample results and publications Research
sponsored partially by Siemens
Emerging Technology |
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We are
developing a fundamental theory of nanoparticle transport in dilute
gases. Topics of investigation include
drag force, electric mobility, and diffusion coefficient. Our aim is to obtain a unified theory of
particle transport over the entire range of Knudsen number and particle
material and shape. Sample results and publications |
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In
collaboration with Dr. Alexander
Laskin of EMSL/PNNL, we examine the
heterogeneous reaction kinetics of aerosols using a range of experimental and
computational techniques. Sample results and publications Research
sponsored partially by National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) |
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In
collaboration with TDA and AFRL, we explore the mechanism and kinetics of
hydrocarbon fuel ignition catalyzed by nano-structured catalyst. Research
sponsored partially by Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR) |
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