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Professor David Gillespie attended Jesus College, Oxford for his undergraduate studies before briefly working in the chemical industry. He obtained his doctorate in 1996 and became a Rolls-Royce Fellow in Engineering Science in 2003. His research addresses several complex challenges including the development of leaf seals and non-contacting fluidic seals for jet engines and industrial gas turbines. He focuses on advancing tip clearance control mechanisms in gas turbines, which are crucial for maintaining efficiency in high temperature environments. His recent projects also explore the characterisation and minimisation of installation losses in compact heat exchangers used in jet engines, as well as the study of engine-realistic internal cooling systems. He employs advanced instrumentation techniques, including thermochromic liquid crystals and IR camera signals, to measure temperature and perform aerodynamic measurements. Professor Gillespie's work significantly contributes to the fields of gas turbine technology and thermal management in aerospace applications.
University of Oxford • Oxford, England
Professor and Deputy Head in the Department of Engineering Science.
Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.