DoctorBen Reynolds

Much of my research focuses on increasing the energy efficiency of heat transfer technologies, through the increase of heat transfer and/or the reduction of pressure drop. Specifically much of my work has focused on the utilisation of triply periodic minimal surfaces (TPMS) to achieve this. TPMS are an exciting, developing area of research, allowing us to evenly divide up any volume into two separate flow paths.

In order to create these novel geometries, I have worked on improving our knowledge of 3D printing technologies for the rapid prototyping of designs. 3D printing allows us to design, create and test completely new structures all within a matter a only hours. We may create intricate enclosed structures, with a level of precision far above that which may be achieved by more tradional subtractive techniques.

At BIC, we make use of filament, resin and ceramic based printing, depending on the material properties desired. We also have access to the Nanolab's PPGT2 Nanoscribe printer for the development of microfluidic devices, and the finest precision available anywhere.

I am always excited to work on new research opportunities in the 3D printing field, including using it to design and carry out experimental measurements.