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Sally Bane is an Associate Professor in the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics at Purdue University. She obtained her Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Virginia in 2004, followed by a Master’s degree in Aeronautics from the California Institute of Technology in 2005, and a Ph.D. in Aeronautics from the same institution in 2010. Dr. Bane specializes in several research areas, including non-equilibrium plasmas, hypersonic and supersonic aerodynamics, flow control, and optical diagnostic methods for combustion and propulsion systems. Her work employs advanced techniques like nanosecond repetitively pulsed (NRP) plasmas for combustion control, high-speed flow visualization, and innovative measurement methods, including particle image velocimetry (PIV) and background oriented schlieren (BOS). Dr. Bane has contributed significantly to the field through various conference papers and presentations at national forums, reflecting her expertise in experimental propulsion and ignition dynamics. She is dedicated to advancing knowledge in her areas of research and mentoring students in the field.
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