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#16 - Go With the Flow: Fluid Mechanics - Prof. Nikolaus Adams

Episode 16
44m | Jan 9, 2026

Today, we are joined by Professor Nikolaus Adams, head of the Chair of Aerodynamics and Fluid Mechanics. We dive into his research on numerical methods, the modelling and simulation of transitional and turbulent flows. Also learn about his experimental and numerical work in vehicle and aircraft aerodynamics and high speed aerodynamics.


0:00 — Preview 

0:46 — Intro 

1:03 — This or That 

3:07 — What is Fluid Mechanics 

4:34 — How an Aircraft Flies 

6:14 — Work and Research 

11:10 — Advancements in FM 

12:30 — Back to Past (PhD and Studies) 

14:33 — Passion for FM 

18:10 — Fluid Mechanics in Aerospace 

20:50 — Time at TUM & Career 

28:11 — Research 

38:04 — Getting into Fluid Mechanics 

39:45 — Development of Fluid Mechanics 

41:43 — Career and Personal Life

43:40 — Conclusion


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