Instructor: Luca Casarsa
Number of hours: 8
SSD: ING-IND/09

Learning objectives: The course aims to introduce students to the most advanced measurement techniques currently available for the experimental analysis of fluid flow and heat transfer phenomena of contemporary interest.
Applied knowledge and understanding: By the end of the course, students will be able to identify the main measurement techniques used in thermo-fluid dynamics and to select the most appropriate technique for the problem of interest.
Autonomy of judgment: Students will develop the ability to critically assess the applicability of the analyzed techniques to real thermo-fluid dynamic problems.
Communication skills: Students will acquire the ability to communicate and discuss issues related to the subject of the course. They will be able to use appropriate technical terminology to present topics clearly and rigorously.
Learning skills: Students will have acquired the basic knowledge and tools needed to approach the experimental study of thermo-fluid dynamics problems.

Course contents
After a brief introduction to classical techniques, which provide the foundation for understanding more recent developments, the course will cover measurement techniques for the analysis of:
– Turbulent flows using non-intrusive, high temporal and spatial resolution, three-dimensional techniques
– Two-phase and reactive flows
– Heat transfer in forced convection
In the final hour of the course, a short laboratory session will be proposed, including examples of applications of some of the measurement techniques discussed.

Teaching methods: lectures
Assessment methods: final written report
Additional information: the course can be delivered in English if required