Research Fellow,IPC – Institute for Polymers and Composites, Portugal (March 2017āPresent)
Wagner has been a Research Fellow at the IPC, where he focuses on advancing polymer science through the use of numerical simulations. His research primarily revolves around the Extrusion Blow Molding process, utilizing multiphysics simulations to explore viscoelastic fluid flow, thermal contraction, and heat transfer in polymer systems.,Research Fellow,PIEP – Innovation in Polymer Engineering, Portugal (October 2017āApril 2019)
At PIEP, Wagner contributed to innovative developments in polymer engineering technologies. His role included performing numerical simulations and validating experimental results, playing a key part in driving advancements in the polymer research sector.,Graduate Student Researcher
Instituto TecnolĆ³gico de AeronĆ”utica (ITA), Brazil (July 2014āAugust 2016)
As a graduate researcher, Wagner was involved in significant projects on numerical simulations and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), with a focus on fluid flow analysis. He extensively worked with simulation software such as OpenFOAM and ANSYS, honing his skills in aerodynamics and fluid mechanics.,Intern,Embraco, Brazil (January 2014āJuly 2014)
During his internship with the Thermodynamic group at Embraco, Wagner conducted CFD analyses and contributed to the thermodynamic performance validation of refrigeration systems. His work led to improvements in the valve plateās fluid flow, enhancing overall system efficiency.,Research Assistant,University of Calgary, Canada (January 2012āJuly 2012)
Wagner participated in simulations of hypersonic boundary layer flows during his research at the University of Calgary. His contributions furthered the understanding of high-speed aerodynamics, which has applications in the aerospace industry.,Undergraduate Student Researcher,Universidade do Estado de Santa Catarina, Brazil (June 2009āJanuary 2012)
As an undergraduate researcher, Wagner was engaged in various engineering research projects, setting a strong foundation for his future in numerical simulations and engineering problem-solving.
š ļøSkills:
Numerical Simulations: Extensive expertise in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Numerical Heat Transfer, and Solid Mechanics.,Software Proficiency: Skilled in OpenFOAM, ANSYS CFX, and MATLAB for advanced engineering simulations.,Multiphysics Modeling: Experience with viscoelastic multiphase fluid flow, hyperelastic membrane formulations, and thermal contraction.,Programming: Proficient in Python, C++, and other languages for developing and customizing simulation tools.,Research Methodology: Strong capabilities in experimental validation and data analysis.
Research Focus :
Wagnerās current research centers on simulating the Extrusion Blow Molding process using multiphysics models to understand the complex behavior of viscoelastic fluids and thermal contraction. His expertise in Computational Fluid Dynamics and Continuum Mechanics allows him to explore new solutions in polymer science, with a particular focus on industrial applications such as polymer manufacturing. His work also encompasses heat transfer, solid mechanics, and multiphase fluid flow, making him a well-rounded researcher in aeronautical and mechanical engineering fields.