JUNE 2026 SCIENTIFIC SEMINAR OF THE SCHOOL OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

    Presenting at the seminar, Dr. Nguyen Tri delivered a presentation titled “From Pebble Beds to Fusion Reactors: High-Fidelity Simulation of Nuclear Thermal-Hydraulics at Exascale”, introducing advanced research findings in the field of high-fidelity computational nuclear thermal-hydraulics. The report focused on large-scale numerical simulation methods leveraging High-Performance Computing (HPC) and modern spectral element methods, such as Nek5000/NekRS, to investigate heat transfer and fluid flow in next-generation nuclear reactor systems and nuclear fusion devices. The content highlighted the vital role of high-fidelity numerical simulations in supporting the design and optimization of advanced nuclear energy systems.

    Dr. Nguyen Tri earned his Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering from Pennsylvania State University (USA) in 2023. His research interests focus on high-fidelity computational thermal-hydraulics, including turbulence-resolving simulations (DNS and LES), heat transfer in advanced reactor designs, and thermal-fluid phenomena in nuclear energy systems.

    Continuing the program, Dr. Nguyen Xuan Linh delivered a presentation titled “Thermal Management in Fuel Cell/Battery Systems Used for Electric Vehicles”, discussing thermal management solutions for fuel cell and battery storage systems in electric vehicles. The report analyzed temperature control challenges in modern electrochemical powertrain systems while introducing approaches to enhance the efficiency, durability, and safety of hybridized fuel cell and battery storage systems. This research holds high practical significance against the backdrop of the automotive industry's robust transition toward clean energy and low-emission vehicles.

   Dr. Nguyen Xuan Linh obtained his Ph.D. from Chungnam National University (South Korea). His research fields center on applied thermal engineering and heat and mass transfer processes in fuel cell and battery systems serving the automotive industry.

    The Q&A and discussion session took place vibrantly, with numerous technical questions raised by the attending faculty members and researchers. The presented topics not only reflect modern research directions currently being deployed at leading global research centers but also open up various opportunities for interdisciplinary research collaboration in the fields of energy, thermal sciences, and mechanical engineering.

    The seminar is one of the regular academic activities of the School of Mechanical Engineering, aimed at creating a scientific exchange environment, updating new research trends, and contributing to the promotion of scientific research and the enhancement of the School's educational quality. The participation of young faculty members trained at internationally recognized universities and research institutions also demonstrates the School’s commitment to developing a high-quality academic workforce capable of meeting the demands of global integration and future development.