Mr. Yixiang Xu | Computational fluid mechanics | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Yixiang Xu | Computational fluid mechanics | Research Excellence Award

Lecturer | School of Mechanical Engineering, Suzhou University of Science and Technology | China

Mr. Xu Yixiang is a computational fluid dynamics researcher specializing in multiphase flow simulation, interfacial dynamics, and coupled numerical algorithms. His work centers on advancing the ISPH-FVM coupling framework, a hybrid method that integrates the Lagrangian strengths of incompressible smoothed particle hydrodynamics with the efficiency and stability of Eulerian finite volume solvers. Through this unified approach, he has developed improved surface-tension discretization schemes, enhanced mapping techniques, and robust interface-tracking models capable of handling large density ratios and complex topological evolutions. His contributions significantly advance the simulation accuracy of bubble rising, coalescence, droplet deformation, free-surface interaction, and thermo-magnetohydrodynamic phenomena. Xu’s research outputs demonstrate strong recognition in the field, reflected in his Scopus citation metrics of 78 citations, 9 indexed documents, and an h-index of 5, alongside additional citations recorded in Google Scholar. Supported by national research funding, his studies provide computational tools that deepen understanding of fluid behavior in engineering processes such as heat transfer, magnetic-field-driven flows, and advanced multiphase systems. His collaborative works with leading laboratories further reinforce the scientific impact of his ISPH-FVM advancements, which have been adopted to model complex flow behaviors in viscous liquids, conductive fluids, and ferrofluids. Xu’s continued innovations contribute to bridging meshless and grid-based computational paradigms, offering scalable and accurate methodologies for challenging fluid-mechanics applications.

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Featured Publications 

Xu, Y., Yang, G., et al. (2023). A three-dimensional ISPH-FVM coupling method for simulation of bubble rising in viscous stagnant liquid. Ocean Engineering, 278, 114497. (Citations: 18)

Xu, Y., Yang, G., et al. (2023). Improvement of surface tension discrete model in the ISPH-FVM coupling method. International Journal of Multiphase Flow, 160, 104347. (Citations: 14)

Xu, Y., Yang, G., et al. (2021). A coupled SPH–FVM method for simulating incompressible interfacial flows with large density difference. Engineering Analysis with Boundary Elements, 128, 227–243. (Citations: 22)

Xu, Y. (2026). Numerical investigation of bubble-induced heat transfer under external electric field based on ISPH-FVM coupling method. International Journal of Heat and Fluid Flow, 117, 110132. (Citations: 6)

Xu, Y., Yang, G., et al. (2024). Comparison of surface tension models for the simulation of two-phase flow in an ISPH-FVM coupling method. European Journal of Mechanics – B/Fluids, 105, 57–96. (Citations: 10)

Mr. Zhenyu Liu | Simulation Algorithms | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Zhenyu Liu | Simulation Algorithms | Best Researcher Award

Inner Mongolia Agricultural University | China

Zhenyu Liu is a master’s degree candidate at the College of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, specializing in agricultural engineering and information technology with a strong research focus on smart agricultural equipment and simulation-based optimization. His scholarly contributions include peer-reviewed publications indexed in SCI and Scopus, accompanied by documented citations and available research records. His Scopus profile reflects two indexed documents with an h-index of one, while Google Scholar also lists his publications and citations, verifying his emerging academic presence. His research documents, citation metrics, and publication outputs collectively highlight his early but impactful scientific development.

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Education Background

Zhenyu Liu is currently pursuing a master’s degree at the College of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, where he has developed a strong foundation in agricultural engineering, information technology, and intelligent equipment design. His coursework emphasizes agricultural machinery systems, discrete element simulations, and engineering data analysis. His academic journey is supported by participation in nationally guided scientific development projects, where he has gained experience in research documentation, simulation modeling, and practical field experimentation. His education further includes training in advanced software tools and exposure to interdisciplinary agricultural technologies that strengthen his capability for independent research and scientific publication.

Professional Experience

Zhenyu Liu has developed his professional experience through active involvement in research tasks within a Central Government Guided Local Science and Technology Development Fund Project, where he contributed to simulation design, model calibration, and mechanical interface analysis. His experience includes operation of agricultural machinery, execution of engineering experiments, and preparation of research documents for scientific dissemination. He has collaborated with faculty teams in analyzing agricultural material behavior using EDEM, preparing manuscripts for SCI journals, and documenting experimental outcomes. His professional exposure also extends to patent development, agricultural equipment evaluation, and contributing to collaborative academic outputs verified through Scopus and Google Scholar records.

Awards and Honors

Zhenyu Liu’s achievements include securing three authorized Chinese utility model patents related to agricultural machinery design and optimization, reflecting his commitment to research innovation. His publications in SCI-indexed journals demonstrate recognized scientific contribution, supported by citation records that validate his research impact. His documented output in Scopus and Google Scholar enhances his academic credibility, while participation in government-funded scientific research adds value to his professional development. Although early in his career, these accomplishments serve as evidence of his dedication to advancing agricultural engineering knowledge and earning academic recognition through verifiable documents, indexed publications, and measurable citation performance.

Research Focus

Zhenyu Liu’s research centers on smart agricultural machinery, discrete element simulation, agricultural material behavior modeling, and engineering optimization for crop mechanization. His work emphasizes calibration of simulation parameters, analysis of seed-material interactions, and evaluation of agricultural equipment performance through experimental validation. With publications indexed in SCI and Scopus, his research outputs are supported by documented citations and scholarly visibility across recognized databases. His focus also includes improving agricultural production efficiency using computational tools, advancing interface modeling of agricultural materials, and contributing verified scientific findings through peer-reviewed articles and research documents that showcase his growing academic and technical expertise.

Publications

Liu, Z., Yan, J., Liu, F., & Wang, L. (2025). Calibration and testing of discrete element simulation parameters for the presoaked Cyperus esculentus L. rubber interface using EDEM. Agronomy. Cited by documented sources in Scopus.

Yan, J., Liu, Z., & Liu, F. (2025). Calibration and analysis of seeding parameters of soaked Cyperus esculentus L. seeds. Applied Sciences. Cited by one Scopus-indexed article.