Fluid Mechanics & Thermal Management Research
The Fluids Engineering Department at Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) leverages expertise in fluid mechanics to solve real-world challenges for government, industry and academia. Our work spans fundamental research, applied engineering and advanced computational modeling.
Applied Fluid Mechanics R&D From Deep Sea to Deep Space
- Fluid Physics for Space Applications: Addressing complex challenges in low gravity, rocket propulsion, and other aerospace systems.
- Foams & Complex Fluids: Specialized studies on gas-liquid foams, slurries, non-Newtonian, and multiphase fluids.
- Extreme Environments & Thermofluid Systems : Fluids research in high-pressure, high-temperature, cryogenic, or supercritical regimes.
Computational Fluid Dynamics Expertise
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) is at the core of our fluids research, enabling us to predict complex flow behavior and improve designs before physical testing. At SwRI, we combine advanced simulations with experimental validation to deliver safer, more efficient, and optimized solutions across industries. Core areas include:
- Computational Fluid Particles Dynamics Solutions
- Fluids Engineering CFD
- Fluids Engineering CFD Services (PDF)
- CFD Applications – Pharmaceutical & Biomedical Applications: Modeling and testing fluid-particle interactions in drug delivery, medical devices, and spray systems
- Heat transfer, thermal management, and fluid-structure interaction.
Industries Served
- Oil, Gas & Power Generation
- Aerospace & Defense
- Pharmaceutical & Biomedical
- Data Centers & Electronics
- Automotive & Transportation
- Chemical, Safety & Environmental
