About me
In 2012, I embarked on my academic journey by being accepted into the Mechanical Engineering program at Birjand University, through the national university entrance exam. This was the beginning of my path into the world of fluid mechanics, a field that would shape both my academic and professional career. During my time there, I discovered Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), a powerful tool for simulating physical phenomena. For my bachelor’s thesis, I focused on methane combustion and the factors influencing NOx emissions, using Fluent 6.2 and Gambit. This project was a thrilling experience for me, sparking my deep interest in fluid mechanics and propelling me to continue my studies at the graduate level.
Driven by my passion to explore the world around us, from the flow of fluids inside pipes to the aerodynamics of cars, I joined Babol Noshirvani University of Technology in 2012 for my Master’s program. There, I delved deeper into CFD, heat transfer, and fluid flow through advanced coursework and research. My master’s thesis focused on numerical modeling of high-speed crafts and optimizing hull design, a project that resulted in two published journal papers. I graduated in 2015, eager to apply my knowledge in real-world applications.
Following graduation, I worked as a researcher for two years in the Marine Hydrodynamics Lab, where I contributed to several projects, including studying the loading conditions on catamarans, modeling tidal turbines for current flows, and exploring wave energy converters. These experiences further deepened my expertise in marine hydrodynamics and reinforced my passion for using CFD to solve complex engineering problems.
In search of broader opportunities and to refine my skills in a more international environment, I decided to pursue a new challenge abroad. Before leaving, I worked as a freelance CFD consultant, engaging in a variety of academic and industrial projects. You can find more details about these in the "Industrial and Academic Projects" section of this site.
In 2020, I joined the University of Florence as a PhD student with the prestigious PON scholarship, an international program that also involved collaboration with industry partners. I joined this program with the goal of improving my understanding and skills in numerical models by developing my own solver, marking the next level in my professional life. My doctoral research focused on developing an advanced solver for predicting wave loads on offshore wind turbines, using a unique combination of Boundary Element Method (BEM) and Isogeometric Analysis (IGA-BEM). This innovative solver enabled more accurate predictions of wave forces, crucial for the design of offshore wind farms.
While waiting for my final thesis defense, I had the opportunity to join the ThermoGroup at the University of Florence, where I worked on an industrial project involving CO2 multiphase ejectors. This project further honed my skills in CFD and solidified my commitment to advancing engineering solutions that address critical global challenges, especially in energy and sustainability.
My journey has been fueled by a deep passion for discovering new ways to apply CFD to real-world problems, and I look forward to continuing this journey of innovation and growth.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Marine Hydrodynamic:
Offshore wind Turbines, Advanced Marine Crafts, Wave Energy Converters, Offshore structures.
Renewable Energy and Sustainable Solutions:
Thermal energy storage, PCM, Solar and Wind Energy.
Numerical Modeling Techniques:
CFD, BEM, Iso-Geometric, Advanced CFD Solvers based on NN and ML.
Advanced Heat Transfer Enhancement:
Passive and Active methods
Email: hmdkazemimoghadam@gmail.com
Florence, Italy
Tell: +39 349 7378 013
