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Richard Porter is a Professor at the University of Bristol specializing in Fluids Materials Applied Mathematics. He has a B.Sc. and a Ph.D. from the University of Bristol. His research interests encompass wave phenomena, focusing on the interactions of waves with structures across diverse settings such as fluids, elasticity, electromagnetics, and acoustics. He is particularly noted for his theoretical modeling of ocean wave energy converters and the design of metamaterials for water waves. His work includes advanced topics like the interaction of ice sheets with ocean waves, propagation of water waves in areas with variable bathymetry, and the study of trapped waves and edge waves. Porter has been actively involved in principal investigator roles for various projects aimed at improving the efficiency and competitiveness of wave energy technologies. He contributes to collaborative research within the Cabot Institute, specifically in the realm of low carbon energy research.
University of Bristol • Bristol, England
Professor in Fluids Materials Applied Mathematics.
Department of Physics research themes include Astrophysics, Materials and Devices, Particle Physics, and Quantum and Soft Matter.