Hui Zhang, M.Sc., Ph.D.
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Zhang completed the Ph.D. program in the Wind Science and Engineering at Texas Tech
University, graduating in the summer of 2024. Upon graduation he returned to China
to work for NeoRise D. T.
The program deepened his expertise in the field of simulating tornado-like vortex
and tornadic loadings. His extensive background, enriched by three years of hands-on
experience in wind tunnel testing and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), seamlessly
integrates into his current research endeavors under the guidance of Dr. Delong Zuo.
In this collaborative environment, Hui is leveraging his profound understanding of
wind tunnel experiments and Large-eddy simulations to push the boundaries of knowledge
in Wind Engineering. CFD, being his true passion, continues to play a pivotal role
in his academic pursuits. Outside of his rigorous academic commitments, Hui enjoys
basketball, working out, and backpacking, activities that provide him with a well-deserved
break and balance in his life.
Education
- 2024: Doctor of Philosophy, Wind Science and Engineering, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas.
- 2018: Master of Science, Civil Engineering, Chang’an University, Shaanxi, China.
- 2015: Bachelor of Engineering, Civil Engineering, Jilin Jianzhu University, Jilin, China.
Professional Experience
- Graduate Research Assistant, Texas Tech University (January 2019 – present).
- Structural Engineering Intern, Curtainwall Design Consulting Inc (June – August 2023).
Research Articles
- Zhang, H., Tang, Z., Zuo, D. and James, D. Investigation of Effects of Near-ground Mesh Resolution and Outlet Boundary Condition on Tornado-like Vortices Using Large-eddy Simulation. In preparation.
- Zhang, H., Tang, Z., Zuo, D. and James, D. “Numerical Simulation of Tornado-Like Vortices Generated in a Tornado Simulator Using Large-eddy Simulation”. 14th Americas Conference on Wind Engineering, Lubbock, Texas, US, May 2022.
- Zuo, D., Tang, Z., Zhang, H., James, D., & Eguchi, Y. (2021). Narrowband Components in Two-celled Tornado-like Vortices Generated in a Ward-type Simulator. Journal of Wind Engineering and Industrial Aerodynamics, 218, 104767.
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