Professor Dr. Paul Dimotakis
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Biography
Professor Paul E. Dimotakis specializes in experimental and computational research on turbulent mixing, chemical reactions, and fluid dynamics, focusing on both subsonic and supersonic flows. His work encompasses topics such as hypersonic propulsion, turbulence at surfaces and interfaces, and scalar dispersion in turbulent flows. He has a distinguished career, having served as a Professor of Aeronautics and Applied Physics at the California Institute of Technology since 1995, and held the position of Chief Technologist at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory from 2006 to 2011. Dimotakis's recent research ventures include collaborations with JPL related to remote sensing of atmospheric conditions, and the design feasibility for asteroid-return missions. He is also involved in studies concerning high-speed hypersonic flight and its associated physics. Additionally, he is known for exploring the dynamics of combustion and chemically reacting flows.
Research Interests
Experience
Professor
1995-01-01 — PresentCalifornia Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA
Teaching and conducting research in aeronautics and applied physics.
Chief Technologist
2006-01-01 — 2011-01-01Jet Propulsion Laboratory • Pasadena, CA
Oversaw technological development and research in various aerospace applications.
Courses
Requirements for California Institute of Technology
Doctorate Program
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Specialization Notes
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