Adrien Delespaul

Project Description 

The work of this project focuses on the analysis of wind variance as a function of elevation during swell-dominant conditions. The work will directly compare unperturbed and swell-affect atmospheric conditions, as well as variance as a function of growing /decaying sea state. Atmospheric stability will also be a key consideration. Methods of separating wave-induced and general atmospheric turbulence will be explored in depth.

Supervisors

Main supervisor: Prof. Sandrine Aubrun

Co. supervisor: Prof. Boris Conan

Background 

I grew up in the humble town of Vancouver, Canada. After four years of studying at BCIT, I obtained a degree in Mechanical/Environmental engineering and wanted to pursue further education. To become more specialized in fluid mechanics, and to immerse myself into a different culture, I did my Master's at UGA in Grenoble, France. Apart from my career and professional work, interests of mine include music, skiing, kickboxing and running.

Motivation

During my internship with the University of Toronto in Canada, I extensively studied wind field data and turbulent heat fluxes. The subject greatly interested me and I was keen on learning more about atmospheric turbulence, particularly in the context of academic research. Environmental engineering studies at BCIT and courses on wind energy at UGA also motivated me to pursue work in renewable energy.