Biography
Isuru joined the Thermal Propulsion Systems Research Group in 2026 as a DPhil student. His research focuses on the computational modelling of ammonia spray atomisation, breakup, and evaporation processes in internal combustion engines. His work combines high-fidelity multiphase CFD with data-driven modelling and modern optimisation techniques to improve predictive capability and calibration of interacting spray sub-models.
Before joining Oxford, Isuru completed his BSc and MSc (Research) in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka. His master’s research focused on machine learning–based optimisation of valve timing and intake charge boosting strategies in hydrogen port fuel injection engines, integrating CFD simulations with surrogate modelling and multi-objective optimisation techniques.
His broader research interests include multiphase flows, spray dynamics, reacting flows, turbulence modelling, and the integration of physics-based simulation with machine learning for high-dimensional engineering optimisation.
Research Interests
- Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
- Multiphase Flows
- Ammonia and Alternative Fuel Sprays
- Machine Learning and Surrogate Modelling
- Engineering Optimisation
