This project will develop the theoretical underpinnings of water droplet impact and splashing through a combination of modelling, simulation and experimentation. The focus will be on the effects of droplet distortion prior to impact and surface roughness on impact dynamics. Better prediction in droplet impacts will improve the design of ice protection systems for aircraft wings and engine intakes and support compliance with rigorous new icing-safety regulations.

Project staff and support

Andrew Ellis (Postdoctoral Associate, UCL)
Frank Smith (Principal Investigator, UCL)
Roger Gent (Lead industrial collaborator, QinetiQ Farnborough)
David Allwright (Technology translator, Smith Institute)

This project is being carried out at University College, London, in conjunction with QinetiQ, Farnborough. It is supported by EPSRC maths for business funding. Start date: October 2006; Duration: 3 years.

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