Chad T. Smith

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University of Arkansas

Also affiliated: US Forest Service (2019); Rocky Mountain Research Station (2019); University of Virginia (2005–2012); Rolls-Royce (United Kingdom) (2002)

5 h-index 12 pubs 113 cited

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Chad T. Smith's research focuses on the application of advanced experimental and computational fluid dynamics techniques to study complex aerospace propulsion systems. He has investigated dual-mode scramjet combustors, employing methods such as stereoscopic particle image velocimetry (PIV) and large-eddy/Reynolds-averaged Navier-Stokes (LES/RANS) simulations. His work has also included studies on the impacts of constant volume combustors on supersonic turbofan engines and the use of three-component velocimetry within scramjet combustors. Collaborating with Thomas O. Spicer and Paulo V.d.F. Lopes, both at the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville, Smith has co-authored multiple publications in these areas. His recent work extends to wind tunnel modeling, including studies of approach wind conditions and simulated chlorine releases using PIV.

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h-index: 5
Publications: 12
Citations: 113

Selected Publications

Wind tunnel model of the Jack Rabbit II field experiments in the mock urban array: Part 2. approach wind conditions and particle image velocimetry measurements of simulated chlorine releases (2025)

Atmospheric Environment 2 citations DOI OpenAlex
Laser Doppler velocimetry and particle image velocimetry measurements in a wind tunnel model of the jack rabbit II special sonic anemometer study (2024)

Atmospheric Environment 4 citations DOI OpenAlex