Publications & Research
Validated methodologies published in international journals, presentations at leading aerospace and aeroelastic forums, and novel approaches bridging high-fidelity and rapid analysis.
Published Research
A methodology combining quasi-3D aerodynamics with reduced structural models and multi-objective optimisation, achieving 1–2% improvements in maximum lift coefficient while reducing computational time to approximately 25 minutes per design.
G. Trapani, A.M. Savill, T. Kipouros, C. Agostinelli, A. Rampurawala, “Aerodynamic Optimisation of a Flexible High-Lift Wing,” International Forum on Aeroelasticity and Structural Dynamics (IFASD 2013), Bristol, UK, 24–27 June 2013.
View paper on ResearchGate →A study integrating satellite remote sensing data with MODFLOW groundwater flow modelling to support sustainable groundwater resource management and monitoring in the Guinea region of West Africa.
S. Akhtar, A. Rampurawala, “Integrating Remote Sensing Data and MODFLOW Modeling for Sustainable Groundwater Resource Management and Monitoring in the Guinea Region, West Africa,” Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International, vol. 28, 2024, pp. 50–64.
View paper (DOI) →Research Areas & Expertise
Current focus includes machine learning for aerodynamics, store separation analysis, aerothermal capabilities, and aeroservoelastic modelling.
Academic Partnerships
Cranfield University and University of Bristol.