Confirmation seminar presented by Jawad Farouki
This seminar presents a data-driven framework for analysing transient wind-induced pressures on structures using wind tunnel experiments. Unlike conventional approaches that assume stationary flow, this study focuses on short-duration gusts that produce highly non-stationary aerodynamic loading. A custom wind tunnel setup with controlled louver-generated transients and dense pressure measurements is used to capture spatiotemporal pressure fields. Modal decomposition techniques are employed to identify dominant flow structures, while system identification methods are used to construct reduced-order dynamical models. The results demonstrate how transient gusts fundamentally alter pressure distributions, highlighting the need for time-resolved analysis in wind engineering and structural response prediction.
About Confirmation Seminars
The purpose of the confirmation milestone is to ensure that the candidate receives appropriate feedback in relation to the viability and progress of the thesis project and that the resources required to complete the program of research within the recommended timeframe are available. It is also an opportunity to ensure that the candidate has demonstrated the capacity and capability to successfully complete the thesis in a timely manner.