Yiyang Luo

Ph.D. Candidate in Nuclear Science & Technology
Beijing, CN.

About

Highly accomplished Ph.D. Candidate in Nuclear Science & Technology with deep expertise in high-temperature gas-cooled reactor physics, advanced numerical methods, and thermal-hydraulic simulation. Proven ability to conduct innovative research, evidenced by 15 peer-reviewed publications and multiple academic awards. Seeking to leverage strong analytical and computational skills to drive advancements in nuclear energy systems and complex engineering challenges.

Work

Tsinghua University
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Ph.D. Candidate, Nuclear Science and Technology

Beijing, China

Summary

Led advanced research in nuclear reactor physics and thermal-hydraulics, developing novel numerical methods for high-temperature gas-cooled reactors and contributing to 15 peer-reviewed publications.

Highlights

Spearheaded research in high-temperature gas-cooled reactor (HTGR) pebble bed heat transfer, neutron diffusion, numerical methods, and optimization, leading to 15 peer-reviewed publications.

Developed and validated novel analytical thermal particle models and thermal resistance network models, significantly improving high-resolution heat transfer analysis in pebble beds.

Applied smoothed particle hydrodynamics (SPH) and radial basis function (RBF) collocation techniques to neutron diffusion equations, advancing reactor physics simulation capabilities.

Contributed to the National Natural Science Foundation of China (52006163) project, focusing on optimization and control strategies for supercritical Brayton cycles.

Mentored by Professor Nan Gui, contributing to cutting-edge research in nuclear energy systems and computational thermal-hydraulics.

Awarded multiple academic scholarships and an Excellent Report Award for exceptional research presentations and academic performance.

Xi'an Jiaotong University
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B.E. in Process Equipment and Control Engineering

Xi'an, China

Summary

Completed a Bachelor of Engineering with top honors, specializing in process equipment and control engineering and producing an award-winning graduation thesis.

Highlights

Achieved top 1% recognition for an Outstanding Graduation Thesis in Process Equipment and Control Engineering, demonstrating exceptional research and analytical capabilities.

Gained foundational expertise in process engineering principles, equipment design, and control systems relevant to complex industrial applications.

Applied theoretical knowledge to practical engineering challenges, developing strong problem-solving and technical application skills.

Education

Tsinghua University
Beijing, China

Ph.D.

Nuclear Science and Technology

Xi'an Jiaotong University
Xi'an, China

B.E.

Process Equipment and Control Engineering

Grade: Outstanding Graduation Thesis (Top 1%)

Awards

Academic Scholarship

Awarded By

Tsinghua University

Received for continued excellence in academic pursuits and significant contributions to ongoing research.

Excellent Report Award

Awarded By

Beijing Interdisciplinary Science Society

Recognized for exceptional presentation and scientific contribution at a leading interdisciplinary science conference.

Academic Scholarship

Awarded By

Tsinghua University

Awarded for outstanding academic performance and research potential within the doctoral program.

Publications

A novel and refined particle-scale thermal resistance network model for high-resolution heat transfer analysis in pebble beds.

Published by

International Journal of Thermal Sciences

Summary

Created a refined particle-scale thermal resistance network model for high-resolution heat transfer analysis in pebble bed reactors.

An analytical drag-distribution model based on effective projected area for unresolved CFD-DEM.

Published by

Powder Technology

Summary

Developed an analytical drag-distribution model for unresolved CFD-DEM, based on effective projected area, for enhanced particulate flow simulations.

Effect of metal fission products on the thermal transport of SiC/PyC nanocomposites: Insight from molecular dynamics simulations.

Published by

Annals of Nuclear Energy

Summary

Investigated the effect of metal fission products on thermal transport in SiC/PyC nanocomposites using molecular dynamics simulations.

Next-Generation Thermal Network Computation: Implementing Generalized 3D Resistance Modeling with Random Forest Predictors in Pebble Bed Reactor Systems.

Published by

The 21st International Topical Meeting on Nuclear Reactor Thermal Hydraulics

Summary

Presented research on next-generation thermal network computation, integrating 3D resistance modeling with Random Forest Predictors for pebble bed reactors.

Application of the smoothed particle hydrodynamics method to the neutron diffusion equation.

Published by

Nuclear Engineering and Technology

Summary

Applied smoothed particle hydrodynamics (SPH) to solve the neutron diffusion equation, enhancing simulation capabilities in nuclear engineering.

A novel node collocation technique in radial basis function collocation method applied to neutron diffusion equations.

Published by

Annals of Nuclear Energy

Summary

Developed a novel node collocation technique within the radial basis function method for neutron diffusion equations, improving computational efficiency.

A three-dimensional analytical thermal particle model with dispersed internal heat source distributions based on the Green's function method.

Published by

International Communications in Heat and Mass Transfer

Summary

Developed a 3D analytical thermal particle model using Green's function for dispersed internal heat source distributions, advancing heat transfer analysis.

An analytical model for the three-dimensional thermal resistance of particles considering internal heat conduction based on the generalized thermal resistance concept.

Published by

International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer

Summary

Proposed a 3D thermal resistance model for particles, integrating internal heat conduction based on generalized thermal resistance.

Analytical generalized thermal resistance model for conductive heat transfer in pebble beds based on heat flux weighted temperature difference.

Published by

International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer

Summary

Introduced an analytical generalized thermal resistance model for conductive heat transfer in pebble beds, utilizing heat flux weighted temperature difference.

Improved drag force calculation in CFD-DEM using coarse cell for dilute large-sized particles: Effective projected area for drag force distribution.

Published by

Particuology

Summary

Improved drag force calculation in CFD-DEM simulations for large-sized particles, enhancing accuracy in particulate flow modeling.

A novel contact thermal resistance model for heat transfer in granular systems: Leveraging the force-heat analogy.

Published by

International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer

Summary

Developed a novel contact thermal resistance model for granular systems by leveraging the force-heat analogy, improving heat transfer predictions.

Off-design performance analysis of supercritical CO2 mixture Brayton cycle with floating critical points.

Published by

Solar Energy

Summary

Conducted off-design performance analysis for supercritical CO2 mixture Brayton cycles with floating critical points, contributing to solar energy applications.

Assessment of ternary CO2 mixtures as working fluids in supercritical Brayton cycles with floating critical points.

Published by

Case Studies in Thermal Engineering

Summary

Assessed ternary CO2 mixtures as working fluids for supercritical Brayton cycles with floating critical points, contributing to advanced thermal engineering.

Investigation into the heat transfer models for the hot crude oil transportation in a long-buried pipeline.

Published by

Energy Science and Engineering

Summary

Investigated heat transfer models for hot crude oil transportation in buried pipelines, optimizing energy efficiency.

Study on the optimal operation scheme of a heated oil pipeline system under complex industrial conditions.

Published by

Energy

Summary

Studied optimal operation schemes for heated oil pipeline systems under complex industrial conditions, enhancing operational efficiency.

Languages

English
Mandarin

Skills

Programming Languages

Python, C++, MATLAB, Fortran.

Simulation & Modeling Software

ANSYS, liggghts, OpenFoam.

Research Methodologies

Numerical Methods, Finite Element Analysis, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Discrete Element Method (DEM), Molecular Dynamics Simulation, Thermal-Hydraulic Analysis, Neutron Diffusion Equation, Optimization, Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling (Random Forest).

Nuclear Engineering & Energy Systems

High-Temperature Gas-Cooled Reactors (HTGR), Pebble Bed Reactors, Supercritical Brayton Cycle, Heat Transfer, Thermal Resistance Networks, Reactor Physics, Energy Systems Design.

Academic & Professional Development

Scientific Writing, Peer Review, Technical Presentations, Research Leadership, Editorial Board Membership.

Projects

The CAST Youth Science and Technology Talent Cultivation Program for Doctoral Students

Summary

Awarded participation in a prestigious talent cultivation program for doctoral students, focusing on advancing scientific and technological research.

Research on the Optimization Mechanism and Control Strategies for the Cold End of a Supercritical Brayton Cycle Based on a Floating Critical Point

Summary

Research project funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (52006163), focused on optimizing supercritical Brayton cycle performance.