Mark Quinn

Mark Quinn is a Reader in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at The University of Manchester. His research focuses on experimental aerodynamics, particularly in the areas of transonic and supersonic aerodynamics, flow diagnostics, and image processing techniques. Quinn has contributed to various projects involving optical methods such as schlieren, PIV, and PSP for flow measurement. He has worked with industrial partners and received funding from organizations including the European Commission and InnovateUK. Quinn is also involved in educational initiatives, serving as Programme Co-Director of the Undergraduate Aerospace Engineering programme. His work includes developing fast-response pressure-sensitive paint sensors and exploring miniaturized flow diagnostic technologies for aerospace applications.

Mark Kenneth Quinn is a Lecturer in Aerospace at the University of Manchester, specializing in experimental aerodynamics and fluid mechanics. His research focuses on the characterization of aerodynamic phenomena, including buffet on civil aircraft wings, hypersonic inlet buzz, and shock diffraction. Quinn's work involves advanced measurement techniques such as pressure-sensitive paint, schlieren imaging, and light-field cameras for surface pressure and flow visualization. He also investigates transonic gust simulations, insect wing aerodynamics, and the application of miniaturized machine vision systems for aerodynamic testing. His research contributes to the understanding of unsteady flows, turbulence, and high-speed aerodynamics in both aerospace and nuclear reactor applications.