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As a Research Assistant at the Centre for Thermofluids, Energy Systems and High Performance Computing (HPC) at the University of Huddersfield, United Kingdom, I specialise in the application of advanced Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) methodologies for the analysis and solution of complex fluid mechanics problems. My research encompasses turbulence modelling, aerodynamics, multiphase and particle-laden flows, biological fluid dynamics for health-related applications, renewable energy systems, as well as machine learning methods and surrogate modelling for fluid flow systems.
My current research focuses on the development and integration of data-driven, multi-objective optimisation frameworks, coupled with machine learning and surrogate modelling techniques, to improve the aerodynamic and aeroacoustic performance of wind energy systems. A key objective is the reduction of computational cost while preserving high-fidelity predictive capability within high-dimensional design spaces, thereby enabling efficient and robust exploration of optimal configurations for performance enhancement and noise mitigation.
With a strong foundation in high-fidelity numerical simulation, and data-driven analysis, my research aims to advance predictive and computational modelling capabilities in fluid dynamics. The broader objective is to contribute to the development of robust and scalable methodologies for engineering optimisation across renewable energy and biomedical fluid flow applications.
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Education/Academic qualification
PhD, A Data-Driven Approach to Multi-Objective Optimization of Aerodynamics and Aeroacoustics Characteristics in Dual Savonius Wind Turbines Using LES and Machine Learning
Award Date: 25 Jul 2025
Research Expertise and Interests
- Fluid Dynamics
- Aerodynamics
- Computational Fluid Dynamics
- Aeroacoustics
- Renewable Energy Technologies
- Multi-phase flows
- Turbulence
- Wind turbines
- Boundary layer flow
- Flow diagnostics
- Sslurry based polishing process
- Artificial Neural Networks
- Fluid and thermal systems
- Digital twins and machine learning
- Multiphase and multi components flow systems
- Flow control
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
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SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
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SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
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SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
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SDG 13 Climate Action
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Projects
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Developing a digital tool to establish retrofit’s impact on indoor air quality and residents’ health
Awwal, S. (PI), Fleming, L. (CoPI) & Fatahian, H. (CoPI)
1/09/25 → 28/02/26
Project: Research
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Hybrid computational fluid dynamics-machine learning optimization of Darrieus wind turbines: Aerodynamic improvement and noise reduction through wake and vortex interactions
Fatahian, E., Mishra, R., Jackson, F. & Fatahian, H., 27 Mar 2025, In: Physics of Fluids. 37, 3, 29 p., 035213.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Wall shear model for mechanical annular polishing
Akar, Y., Jackson, F., Mishra, R., Aliyu, A., Fatahian, H., Hussain, A., Walker, D., Chen, X., Bingham, P. A., Ahuir-Torres, J. I. & Li, H., 15 Oct 2025, In: Journal of Manufacturing Processes. 151, p. 812-825 14 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Data-driven multi-objective optimization of aerodynamics and aeroacoustics in dual Savonius wind turbines using large eddy simulation and machine learning
Fatahian, H., Mishra, R., Jackson, F. & Fatahian, E., 18 Oct 2024, In: Physics of Fluids. 36, 10, 105176.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Optimization and analysis of self-starting capabilities of vertical axis wind turbine pairs: A CFD-Taguchi approach
Fatahian, E., Mishra, R., Jackson, F. & Fatahian, H., 15 Jun 2024, In: Ocean Engineering. 302, 18 p., 117614.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Design optimization of an innovative deflector with bleed jets to enhance the performance of dual Savonius turbines using CFD-Taguchi method
Fatahian, H., Mishra, R., Jackson, F. & Fatahian, E., 15 Nov 2023, In: Energy Conversion and Management. 296, 17 p., 117655.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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6th International Conference on Maintenance and Intelligent Asset Management
Mahmood, M. F. (Participant), Mishra, R. (Participant), Mian, N. (Participant) & Fatahian, H. (Participant)
11 Dec 2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Participating in a conference, workshop, ...
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Data-driven ANN-based surrogate modeling: Exploring power performance of dual Savonius rotors
Fatahian, H. (Speaker), Mishra, R. (Speaker), Jackson, F. (Speaker) & Fatahian, E. (Speaker)
4 Apr 2025Activity: Talk or presentation types › Oral presentation
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Cost Efficiency and Predictive Asset Management of Wind Turbines through ANN Surrogate Modeling with Slotted Blade
Fatahian, H. (Speaker), Mishra, R. (Speaker) & Fatahian, E. (Speaker)
17 Dec 2024Activity: Talk or presentation types › Oral presentation
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CFD modeling and body cone shape optimization of a square gas cyclone separator for dispersed particle removal
Fatahian, H. (Speaker), Mishra, R. (Speaker), Fatahian, E. (Speaker) & Erfani, R. (Speaker)
19 Oct 2023Activity: Talk or presentation types › Oral presentation