Theoretical and Applied Mechanics
Theoretical and Applied Mechanics (TAM) is the study of fluid and solid
mechanics, from both a theoretical and applied perspective. Research in TAM at
Adelaide dates back to the founding of the University through the work of the
Foundation Chair of Mathematics, Sir Horace Lamb. We are involved in leading
edge research in areas such as dynamical systems, mathematical biology, fluid
mechanics and solid mechanics. Our research aims to develop a fundamental
understanding of the behaviour of mechanical and biological systems through the
use of advanced mathematical techniques and the use of modern computing
technologies.
| Researcher |
Interests |
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| Tony Roberts [1] |
Dynamical modeling, Fractal geometry |
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| Sanjeeva Balasuriya [2] |
Dynamical systems, Differential equations, Applied analysis, Chaotic mixing, Geophysical flows, Combustion waves, Mathematical ecology |
|
| Benjamin Binder [3] |
Cellular automata and continuum models, Free-surface flows, Potential flows |
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| David Clements [4] |
Anisotropic elasticity, Fracture mechanics, Seismic wave propagation, Heat flow in solids, Flow through porous media, Fiber-reinforced materials, Contact problems |
|
| Jim Denier [5] |
Hydrodynamic stability and transition to turbulence, Boundary-layer flows, Tip vortices, Non-Newtonian flows, Two phase flows, Shape optimisation for drag reduction |
|
| Matt Finn [6] |
Laminar fluid mixing, Topological fluid kinematics, Thurston-Nielsen theory, Chaotic dynamical systems, Complex variable spectral methods for fluid flows |
|
| Trent Mattner [7] |
Fluid mechanics, Large Eddy Simulation of turbulence |
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| Yvonne Stokes [8] |
Viscous fluid mechanics, Computational fluid dynamics, Mathematical biology, Industrial mathematics |
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Related events and colloquia
The group runs a Fluid Mechanics Seminar [9]
on the last Friday of each month with local, national and international speakers.
