- Manager: Link identifier #identifier__169656-1Prof. Roberto Camussi
The “Giulio Guj” Fluid Dynamics Laboratory at Link identifier #identifier__44799-2Roma Tre University is a hub of scientific excellence where the study of airflow, water currents, and acoustics is transformed into cutting-edge technological solutions for modern engineering.
Based within the Link identifier #identifier__60680-3Department of Civil, Computer, and Aeronautical Technologies Engineering, the laboratory seamlessly blends advanced physical experimentation with high-performance Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to optimize efficiency and minimize environmental impact across the aerospace, marine, and automotive industries.
Scientific Research & Focus Areas
The core of the laboratory’s research centers on understanding and controlling fluid flows and their related acoustic phenomena, structured around three main pillars:
- Aerodynamics & Aeroacoustics: Investigating turbulent jets and wall-bounded flows (including supersonic regimes) to uncover and mitigate the origins of high-speed noise.
- Marine Hydrodynamics: Conducting in-depth analysis of marine propellers to maximize hydrodynamic efficiency while suppressing underwater noise radiation (hydroacoustics).
- Ventilation Systems: Engineering the fluid dynamic and acoustic optimization of fans for advanced industrial and civil applications.
State-of-the-Art Diagnostics
To capture the invisible and precisely map fluid energy, the facility utilizes top-tier instrumentation:
- A dedicated anechoic chamber for aeroacoustic testing of high-speed jets and propeller noise.
- Advanced laser and optical diagnostics, including Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) and Background-Oriented Schlieren (BOS) flow visualization.
- Precision instrumentation such as Hot-Wire Anemometry (HWA) and sophisticated microphone arrays for acoustic field mapping.
See “facilities” section for further details.
This dynamic research ecosystem bridges pure scientific discovery with industrial innovation, empowering students and researchers to shape the fluid dynamics of tomorrow.