Aerodynamics: Conquer the Chaos
Join us for the annual Francken Symposium on May 20, 2025
Welcome to the Francken Symposium
Welcome to the website of the annual Francken Symposium! This year's theme will be Aerodynamics with the slogan "Conquer the Chaos." During this event, speakers will deliver lectures about the physics behind aerodynamics and its potential advancements in the future.
About the Symposium
Aerodynamics has been a research topic for decades; however, over the past decade, it has undergone a remarkable evolution, driven by rapid technological advancements, improved computational modeling, and innovative applications across various industries. The focus has been on optimizing airflow efficiency, reducing drag, and enhancing stability in fields ranging from aerospace engineering to automotive design and even sports science. With ongoing innovations and a growing emphasis on sustainability, the future of aerodynamics promises to revolutionize transportation, energy efficiency, and environmental impact, helping to shape a more advanced and efficient world.
As an organization, we welcome you to join us on the 20th of May 2025 for an exciting and informative day on the subject surrounded by experts in the field.
Key Information
- Date: May 20, 2025
- Location: De Loods Groningen, Neutronstraat 3
- Time: 9:00 - 17:00, followed by networking drinks
- Price: €10.00 for Francken members, €12.50 for non-Francken members
Our Speakers
Day Chair
Andrea Giuntoli
RUG
Andrea obtained a Bachelor degree in Physics (2009-2012) and a Master degree in Theoretical Physics (2012-2014) from the University of Pisa, with a Master Thesis on coarse-grained modeling of proteins under the supervision of Valentina Tozzini at the NEST lab...
Andrea obtained a Bachelor degree in Physics (2009-2012) and a Master degree in Theoretical Physics (2012-2014) from the University of Pisa, with a Master Thesis on coarse-grained modeling of proteins under the supervision of Valentina Tozzini at the NEST lab. He obtained his PhD in Pisa in 2018 working in the group of Dino Leporini on simulations of glass-forming liquids. He was a postdoctoral fellow at NIST (Maryland) with Jack Douglas first, and at Northwestern University (Illinois) with Sinan Keten later, studying the rheological and mechanical properties of polymer nanocomposites within the CHiMaD collaboration. In October 2021 he started his position as Assistant Professor at the University of Groningen, working on multiscale modeling of soft and polymeric materials.
Fulvio Scarano
TU Delft
Fulvio Scarano graduated in Aerospace Engineering at University of Naples (1996) and obtained the Ph.D. degree in 2000 with a collaboration at the von Kármán Institute, where he earned the Theodor von Kármán prize.
Fulvio Scarano graduated in Aerospace Engineering at University of Naples (1996) and obtained the Ph.D. degree in 2000 with a collaboration at the von Kármán Institute, where he earned the Theodor von Kármán prize. He joined the faculty of Aerospace Engineering at TU Delft, where he leads the section of Aerodynamics.
His research is currently dedicated to advance Quantitative Flow Visualization Techniques, mostly Particle Image Velocimetry for fundamental fluid mechanics and applications in Aerodynamic flows, turbulence, aeroacoustics and propulsion.
David Lentink
RUG
Everything that flies..
David Lentink as his expertise in Biomimetics and bio-inspired design, Animal flight, Comparative biomechanics, Biofluid dynamics, Aerial robotics - Everything that flies..
Koen Boorsma
TNO
Iwan Philipsen
DNW
Currently, I work as a Knowledge and Technology Manager (KTM) at DNW (German-Dutch Wind Tunnels). DNW is an independent, non-profit foundation that operates wind tunnels for the Royal Netherlands Aerospace Centre (NLR)...
Currently, I work as a Knowledge and Technology Manager (KTM) at DNW (German-Dutch Wind Tunnels). DNW is an independent, non-profit foundation that operates wind tunnels for the Royal Netherlands Aerospace Centre (NLR) and the German Aerospace Centre (DLR), without direct government funding. DNW operates seven wind tunnels, including the HST in Amsterdam and the LLF in Marknesse, Europe’s largest wind tunnel.
Throughout my career, I’ve held various positions at NLR, DNW, and in industry. My roles have included team leadership, with some human resource management, and technical leadership in areas like balances and wind turbine rotor design. Today, my primary focus is on enhancing the knowledge-based, technology-oriented culture at DNW. Organizing education within the organization, expanding and strengthening our relationships with Universities and the research community, and further development of our wind tunnel simulation and test techniques.
“In Progress" (IP) is my personal motto, which symbolizes my commitment to continuously improving both processes and relationships. I love my work and am always fascinated by aerodynamics, but I also have a passion for sports and music.
Menno Kloosterman
DNV
Menno Kloosterman has been working on wind turbines since 200, his current focus is on: Development of aerodynamics module in wind turbine design software Bladed and C++...
Menno Kloosterman has been working on wind turbines since 200, his current focus is on: Development of aerodynamics module in wind turbine design software Bladed and C++, Wind Turbine loads calculations using Bladed, Aerodynamic blade design, Potential flow methods, Development of wind turbine cost of energy model in Python, Technology concept evaluation.
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