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March 2026 Technical Lecture
From Shapes to Systems: Rethinking Design with Topology Optimization
Date & Time: Friday, March 20th 2026, 6:00 pm
Cost: Free!
Location: UCSD EBU II Room 305
Closest Parking: Gilman Parking Structure
Abstract
Despite over three decades of research, topology optimization (TO) continues to provoke a mixed reception in the engineering design community. Lauded as a natural companion to additive manufacturing (AM), it is simultaneously criticized as impractical for real-world engineering design. What remains clear is this: TO is not a push-button tool that produces perfect, ready-to-manufacture designs on demand — nor was it ever meant to be.
Yet, in an era of generative AI and conversational design interfaces, where "optimal" solutions are increasingly promised with little more than a prompt, the expectations surrounding automated design tools are shifting. Against this backdrop, TO holds a distinct, and perhaps underappreciated, value: the ability to deliver creative, unintuitive solutions in domains where traditional design intuition fails.
This presentation explores the recent advances of topology optimization — not as a universal tool, but as an essential enabler for complex, multiphysics, and multifunctional systems. In simple, single-function applications, optimized results often align with engineering intuition, reducing the marginal value of TO. However, as modern design problems grow in complexity — requiring interdisciplinary integration and multiphysics/multiscale coupling— human intuition alone is no longer sufficient. Upon refection of the current research direction in the context of an ever growing class of complex engineering system, the presentation will highlight its capabilities and the substantial challenges that remain.
Speaker Bio
H Alicia Kim is a Professor in the Department of Structural Engineering and Program for Material Science and Engineering at the University of California, San Diego, with affiliate appointments in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering and Electrical and Computer Engineering. Her M2DO (Multiscale Multiphysics Design Optimization) lab develops topology optimization and computational methods for multiphysics and multifunctional systems. She also leads the SHAPE center (Simulation & Design of Heterogeneous Architectures for Performance and Energy Absorption) working on multiscale nonlinear material design under the NNSA PSAAP IV program. She has authored over 100 peer-reviewed journal papers and led research projects funded by NASA, DARPA, DOE, and multiple industry partners. Professor Kim has served on editorial boards of several journals including Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization, and has been actively engaging with the professional societies, Past Secretary General of the International Society of Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization and former chair of AIAA MDO TC.
Palm Springs Air Museum Field Trip
AIAA-SD Field Trip to the Palm Springs Air Museum
Description:
Come join us for a day of high-flying history as we visit the Palm Springs Air Museum. Established in 1996, the museum has stood for years holding decades of aerospace history. The museum consists of wonderful exhibits including the Lockheed Martin F-117A Nighthawk, Grumman F-14A Tomcat, Curtiss P-40 Warhawk, and many more! Transportation and admission are included with your ticket (food not provided). Please fill out the RSVP form below to pay and claim your spot.
Timeline:
7am - DEPART from carpool spot (8225 Mira Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92126)
10am - Arrive at museum (Meet Around Lobby)
2pm - Depart museum
5pm - Arrive back at meetup spot
Cost:
AIAA Students- $15
AIAA Members- $20
Non-Members- $25
How To Register:
Link to Ticket Purchase: https://aiaa-san-diego-section.square.site/product/palm-desert-air-museum-tour/GWSRYW5PCVLUPY5RPWCRKBIG
Technical Lecture Symposium
From Shapes to Systems: Rethinking Design with Topology Optimization
General Information
Date: Monday, March 23rd
Time: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Helix Brewing
Cost: $5 / $10 / $15 for Students / Members / Non-Members (includes pizza and 1 drink)
Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1U6XwV8hajtrTR7H2OucKv-K3AFHfJKPJ/view
Tickets: https://square.link/u/QMkuowo7
Description: This technical symposium highlights three cutting-edge graduate research projects from San Diego State University covering aerospace structures, experimental aerodynamics, and autonomous space guidance. Join AIAA members, industry professionals, and students for an engaging evening of presentations and discussion.
Featured Presentations:
Modeling of Honeycomb Core Sandwich Composite Fillet Fracture Using XFEM – Austin MacGowan (M.S. Student)
Sandwich composites using aluminum honeycomb cores are widely used in aerospace structures due to their high stiffness-to-weight ratio. However, the structural strength of these materials is strongly influenced by fracture behavior in adhesive fillets located between the face-sheets and honeycomb cell walls. Because these fractures occur at extremely small scales, traditional experimental methods cannot fully characterize them.
This research applies to the Extended Finite Element Method (XFEM) within ABAQUS to model crack initiation and propagation within adhesive fillets. By examining how fillet geometry, material properties, and porosity affect fracture behavior, the work aims to improve prediction of interface strength in honeycomb sandwich structures and reduce reliance on costly experimental testing and conservative knockdown factors.
Prandtl-D Flying Wing Wind Tunnel Aerodynamic Characterization – Yuichiro Tobita (M.S. Student)
The Prandtl-D flying wing concept applies Prandtl’s Bell-Shaped Lift Distribution to reduce induced drag and improve aerodynamic efficiency. Wind-tunnel testing conducted at SDSU measured aerodynamic forces and moments while oil-film visualization techniques revealed detailed surface-flow patterns.
Results showed strong agreement with prior computational and experimental studies. Flow visualization identified a spanwise laminar separation bubble at low angles of attack that transitions to full-span separation beyond stall. Complementary computational analysis using the OVERFLOW CFD solver further validated the experimental results, providing insight into the unique aerodynamic behavior of the Prandtl-D configuration.
Fuel-Optimized Autonomous Guidance for Human Landings on the Moon and Mars – Christopher Davami (PhD Candidate)
Future human missions to the Moon and Mars will require landing vehicles far larger and more precise than today’s robotic missions. Early Mars landers may exceed 60,000 kg and must land within tens of meters of target sites while consuming large amounts of propellant during descent.
This research develops computationally efficient onboard guidance algorithms that minimize propellant usage while maintaining landing accuracy and safety. Using optimal control methods designed for flight computers, the approach enables fuel-optimal trajectory generation and real-time tracking control. Simulation results demonstrate a significant reduction in propellant consumption—from approximately 20,000 kg to 8,000 kg—while maintaining precise landing capability for future crewed planetary missions.
AIAA Trivia Night!
Join us for a fun Aerospace Trivia Night!
Test your aerospace trivia skills and earn some prizes!
Are you ready to test your knowledge of the skies? The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) San Diego Section is excited to invite you to an exhilarating Aviation Themed Trivia Night! Whether you're an engineer, a student, or simply passionate about aviation, join us for an evening of friendly competition and camaraderie.
Prepare for an engaging evening filled with questions covering a range of aviation topics, from historical milestones to cutting-edge technology. Challenge your peers, showcase your expertise, and perhaps learn something new along the way!
This event is a fantastic opportunity to network with fellow aviation enthusiasts, exchange ideas, and celebrate our shared passion for aerospace engineering and innovation.
Your admission ticket covers pizza, a drink, and a night of fun! We hope to see you there.
Link to Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oTuTJEK--PMwcYOQPBFG9O7tzpC3crhT/
Link to Ticket Purchase: https://square.link/u/Bvc3PUxO
November 2025 Technical Lecture
Flutter in Commercial Aircraft
Featuring Alex Scalabrin, Boeing - Long Beach
Flutter is one of those aeroelastic gremlins that lives at the intersection of aerodynamics, structural flexibility, and inertia—get the mix wrong, and an aircraft can shake itself into serious trouble. This seminar breaks down what flutter really is, why it happens, and how engineers keep it away from real airplanes.
We’ll explore the fundamentals of flutter behavior, how it appears across different aerospace vehicles, and the key design principles that prevent it. The session then dives into how to assess flutter in commercial aircraft: building stiffness and mass models, incorporating unsteady aerodynamics, and running the analyses that keep wings and control surfaces in check. Real-world examples will show how flutter is mitigated, and we’ll wrap up with how ground and flight tests validate flutter-free performance.
About the Speaker
Alex Scalabrin brings more than two decades of deep experience in flutter and aeroelasticity. He is an aerospace engineer at Boeing in Long Beach, specializing in loads, flutter engineering, and advanced aeroelastic assessments—including work on NASA’s Subsonic Flight Demonstrator. His portfolio spans unsteady CFD-based flutter analysis, aeroelastic integration, and aeroservoelasticity on programs such as the 737 MAX, 747-8, and 787. Before Boeing, he worked at Embraer on the EMB-110 series and holds a Master’s in Mechanical Engineering from the State University of Campinas and an MBA from the University of Washington.
Don’t miss this opportunity to see how modern flutter research and advanced aeroelastic thinking are redefining what’s possible in today’s aircraft design and testing.
Date & Time: Thursday, November 20th 2025, 7:00 pm
Location: GMCS 329 SDSU
Launchpad for the Future! UC San Diego’s Space Innovation Forum
UC San Diego Space Innovation Forum: Advancing the Next Era of the Space Economy!
Join UC San Diego and top space industry and government leaders for an afternoon of idea exchange, innovation, and collaboration — followed by a star-studded networking mixer!
This exclusive, in-person forum will bring together faculty, industry executives, alumni, and government partners shaping the next era of the space economy — from life sciences and dual-use technologies to AI, robotics, and orbital infrastructure.
Be part of the movement to take research from the lab to orbit.
Featured Speakers
Matt Martinez – Vice President of Transformation, Viasat
Andrew Ermitano – Deputy Chief of Space Ventures, SpaceWERX (managing a $500M portfolio)
Sabrina Steele – Executive Director, Corporate Affairs & Communications Division, The Aerospace Corporation
Michael Reilly, MBA – Chief Strategy Officer, Varda Space Industries
Registration
👉 Please register HERE by November 12, 2025.
This is an in-person, limited-capacity event, so early registration is encouraged.
Aerospace Jeopardy Night!
Join us for a fun Aerospace Jeopardy Night!
Test your aerospace trivia skills and earn some prizes!
Are you ready to test your knowledge of the skies? The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) San Diego Section is excited to invite you to an exhilarating Aerospace Themed Jeopardy Night! Whether you're an engineer, a student, or simply passionate about aviation, join us for an evening of friendly competition and camaraderie.
Prepare for an engaging evening filled with questions covering a range of aviation topics, from historical milestones to cutting-edge technology. Challenge your peers, showcase your expertise, and perhaps learn something new along the way!
This event is a fantastic opportunity to network with fellow aviation enthusiasts, exchange ideas, and celebrate our shared passion for aerospace engineering and innovation.
A ticket gets you a fun night of jeopardy and one drink ticket. Food is available, and additional drinks can be purchased at the event.
Link to Tickets: Buy Online!
Professional Photoshoot for AIAA Members
Get ready for your close-up!
Get ready for your close-up!
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) is hosting a Professional Portrait Event on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. This is your chance to get a high-quality headshot to elevate your professional profile, whether it's for LinkedIn, a resume, or your company's website.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Time: Sign up for a 10-minute slot between 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Location: In front of the San Diego Air & Space Museum in Balboa Park.
Don't miss this opportunity to capture a polished, professional image. Our photographer will be ready to help you look your best against the backdrop of one of San Diego's most iconic aviation and space museums. Sodas and water will be provided.
How to Participate
Tickets are free for AIAA student members, $5 for AIAA young professional members, and $10 for professional AIAA members. Due to the limited number of spots we are prioritizing AIAA members for this event. First, buy your ticket here https://square.link/u/WPwlXmgi.
To ensure a smooth and efficient process, we're doing this by appointment only.
Please use this sign-up sheet to reserve your time slot.
Parking is available in front of the Air & Space Museum in the Pan American Plaza parking lot, in the lots on Presidents Way behind the Comic Con Museum, or the Organ Pavilion Parking Lot.
We can't wait to see you there!
Late October 2025 Technical Lecture
A Data-Driven Approach to Infer Dynamics of Droplets in High-Speed Propulsion Systems at Hypersonic Speeds
Speaker:
Professor Gustaaf Jacobs, San Diego State University
Abstract:
This research focuses on improving the modeling of fuel particle mixing in turbulent gas flows, which is critical for the efficiency of hypersonic propulsion systems. Since simulating every particle directly is computationally infeasible, the study uses macro-scale and statistical mechanics-based models to describe the stochastic dynamics of volumeless particles. The randomness in these systems naturally aligns with data-driven and machine learning approaches for learning dynamics from limited data. In collaboration with Prof. Wang (SDSU) and Prof. Tartakovsky (Stanford), these generalized techniques have shown promise across various fields beyond engineering.
Date & Time: Monday, October 27th 2025, 6:00 pm
Location: SDSU, Arts and Letters, 204
Parking Permits by Offstreet for this event can be requested here: https://www.offstreet.io/events/I5Q0028N
There is also a Zoom link for remote participation: https://sdsu.zoom.us/j/82127405097?jst=2
October 2025 Technical Lecture
Data-Driven Innovation: Crafting Ideas from Concept to Universe
Featuring Professor Ahmad Bani Younes
San Diego State University
Professor Younes leads SDSU’s SPACE Lab and specializes in gravity modeling, trajectory design, and AI-driven robotics.
How do breakthrough technologies emerge from a simple idea?
Professor Younes will explore the journey from concept to innovation, showing how AI-powered autonomous systems are reshaping space exploration, robotics, and UAVs. His work highlights the power of combining software, hardware, and sensor data to create intelligent, adaptive systems. This talk will feature real-world examples of how data and collaboration are driving the next generation of technology.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how research at the intersection of AI, robotics, and aerospace is redefining what’s possible!
Date & Time: Friday, October 3rd 2025, 6:00 pm
Location: Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union, Room 372
Parking Permits by Offstreet for this event can be requested here https://www.offstreet.io/events/HU30KEVU
AeroArt @ Aero Club Bar
Join us for a fun night of airplanes and art at San Diego’s finest aerospace-themed bar!
Unleash your hidden artistic talent and join other aero-enthusiasts at this STEAM event where the “A” for ART will be accentuated. Still life drawings by real art students depicting fruit bowls and flower arrangements are so 19th century. We, the AIAA engineering crowd, prefer artistic renderings of 20th and 21st century aircraft!
Assorted aircraft models will be displayed for you to draw and compete for prizes and a chance to have your aero-themed masterpiece displayed at San Diego’s famous Aero Club Bar.
All necessary art supplies will be provided, we just need you to join in on the fun and come out and meet some novice, intermediate, and advanced San Diego Aerospace professionals.
Event Costs (which include one beer or well drink, and pizza):
AIAA Student members: $5
AIAA members: $10
Non-members and guests: $15
Link to RSVP: https://square.link/u/A2XHECtc
AIAA San Diego Section Awards & Scholarship Gala Event at Allen Airways Flying Museum
Join us for our celebratory end of year banquet where we celebrate local achievements and outstanding students.
It’s the time of year again for the annual AIAA San Diego Section Awards and Scholarship Gala. Join us to celebrate outstanding aerospace engineering achievement in San Diego County. Also in attendance will be this year’s winners of the Reuben H. Fleet Scholarship.
Admission includes access to Allen Airways Flying Museum, taco’s by La Taquiza and 2 drink tickets. Attire is business casual. Space is limited, so please RSVP by April 30th, 2025. Pricing is as follows:
Sponsored Table: $300
Includes 8 seats at a reserved table
Non-Member: $30
AIAA Member: $20
Student: $15
Buy your tickets online to secure your spot!
Directions to Allen Airways / Gillespie Field Airport in El Cajon
From the North
Take the 5, 163, or 15 south to 52 east
Go east on 52 to the Cuyamaca Street exit.
At the bottom of the exit ramp, turn right on Cuyamaca and go south through the stoplight at Prospect Street to the second stoplight, which will be Marshall Avenue. Turn left at the light, and go east, over the trolley tracks and continue east on Marshall Avenue until you come to the red and blue Cessna sign and airport tower which will be on your left.
Turn left at the red and blue Cessna sign and follow the road that takes you past the airport tower and the Gillespie Field Café; as you follow the road, it will bring you back around to the museum entrance.
The museum is located just west of Sorbi Repairs at 2075 N Marshall Avenue.
From the West
Take 8 East to the 67 north. Exit at the Bradley Street exit and turn left at the stoplight.
Take Bradley west to the stoplight at Marshall Avenue.
Turn right on Marshall and go north about 1/3 of a mile to the red and blue Cessna sign and turn right.
Follow the road that will take you past the tower and the Gillespie Field Café. It will bring you back to the entrance to the museum.
It is located just west of Sorbi Repairs at 2075 N. Marshall Avenue.
From the South
Take 94 East To 125 North
Go North on 125 to the 52 East Freeway
Take the 52 to the Cuyamaca Street Exit
Exit at Cuyamaca St. and turn right on Cuyamaca
Go South on Cuyamaca, through the stoplight at Prospect, to the Second stoplight, which will be Marshall Ave.
Turn left at the light, go over the trolley tracks, and the entrance that takes you to the museum will be on your left.
Enter at the red and blue Cessna sign. Stay on the road that takes you past the airport tower and it will bring you back around to the Museum entrance.
It is located just west of Sorbi Repairs at 2075 N. Marshall Avenue.
April 2025 Dinner Meeting
Join us for a dinner meeting and technical lecture!
Join AIAA San Diego for an evening Technical Lecture, from Member Byron Ward of Wayfarer Aircraft Research & Development, on his most recent paper “Flight Testing Instrumentation Development and Integration for a Subscale Integrated High Lift Propulsor Testbed”. Flight and wind tunnel testing was performed to evaluate the performance of the Integrated High Lift Propulsor (IHLP), a novel Distributed Electric Propulsion (DEP) system.
Abstract:
Recent advancements in electric and hybrid-electric aircraft have sparked interest in Advanced Aerial Mobility (AAM), enabling innovative air transport solutions. Distributed Electric Propulsion (DEP), with its favorable aero-propulsive interactions, is a key focus for advanced aircraft designs, and thus an area of significant interest for academia and industry. Wayfarer Aircraft has developed and patented a novel new form of of blown wing lift augmentation called the Integrated High Lift Propulsor (IHLP), which uses DEP integrated with a Krueger slat or flap. This paper presents the instrumented, reconfigurable subscale IHLP distributed electric propulsion testbed that will be used to parameterize the performance and handling qualities (P&HQ) of IHLP. The subscale aircraft, which was developed from a 35%-scale Cessna 182 R/C scale model aircraft, was instrumented with a custom-integrated flight control and data acquisition system developed to enable this flight research - specifically a Holybro Pixhawk 6X autopilot running custom flight control software coupled with a custom version of the Al Volo FDAQ data acquisition system. The paper presents IHLP including its advantages and performance improvements in high-lift and cruise conditions compared to conventional distributed electric propulsion (DEP) systems. The detailed development of the IHLP subscale testbed are presented, including modifications, instrumentation design, and the integration of the data acquisition and flight control systems. Preliminary results from ground testing are presented to demonstrate the capabilities of the instrumented IHLP testbed.
Aerospace Jeopardy Night!
Join us for a fun Aerospace Jeopardy Night!
Test your aerospace trivia skills and earn some prizes!
Are you ready to test your knowledge of the skies? The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) San Diego Section is excited to invite you to an exhilarating Aerospace Themed Jeopardy Night! Whether you're an engineer, a student, or simply passionate about aviation, join us for an evening of friendly competition and camaraderie.
Prepare for an engaging evening filled with questions covering a range of aviation topics, from historical milestones to cutting-edge technology. Challenge your peers, showcase your expertise, and perhaps learn something new along the way!
This event is a fantastic opportunity to network with fellow aviation enthusiasts, exchange ideas, and celebrate our shared passion for aerospace engineering and innovation.
A ticket gets you a fun night of jeopardy, pizza, and one drink. Additional drinks can be purchased at the event.
Link to Tickets: Buy Online!
AeroArt @ Aero Club Bar
Join us for a fun night of airplanes and art at San Diego’s finest aerospace-themed bar!
Unleash your hidden artistic talent and join other aero-enthusiasts at this first of its kind STEAM event where the “A” for ART will be accentuated. Still life drawings by real art students depicting fruit bowls and flower arrangements are so 19th century. We, the AIAA engineering crowd, prefer artistic renderings of 20th and 21st century aircraft!
Assorted aircraft models will be displayed for you to draw and compete for prizes and a chance to have your aero-themed masterpiece displayed at San Diego’s famous Aero Club Bar.
All necessary art supplies will be provided, we just need you to join in on the fun and come out and meet some novice, intermediate, and advanced San Diego Aerospace professionals.
Event Costs (which include one beer or well drink, and pizza):
AIAA Student members: $5
AIAA members: $10
Non-members and guests: $15
Link to Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xh3acFb7w2yNypFmBuP4b4ITKZohih18/
Link to RSVP: https://square.link/u/nln1oiJS
AIAA San Diego Section Awards & Scholarship Gala Event at Allen Airways Flying Museum
Join us for our celebratory end of year banquet where we celebrate local achievements and outstanding students.
It’s the time of year again for the annual AIAA San Diego Section Awards and Scholarship Gala. Join us to celebrate outstanding aerospace engineering achievement in San Diego County. Also in attendance will be this year’s winners of the Reuben H. Fleet Scholarship.
Admission includes access to Allen Airways Flying Museum, taco’s by La Taquiza and 2 drink tickets. Attire is business casual. Space is limited, so please RSVP by May 29th, 2024. Pricing is as follows:
Sponsored Table: $300
Includes 8 seats at a reserved table
Non-Member: $25
AIAA Member: $15
Student: $10
Buy your tickets online to secure your spot!
Directions to Allen Airways / Gillespie Field Airport in El Cajon
From the North
Take the 5, 163, or 15 south to 52 east
Go east on 52 to the Cuyamaca Street exit.
At the bottom of the exit ramp, turn right on Cuyamaca and go south through the stoplight at Prospect Street to the second stoplight, which will be Marshall Avenue. Turn left at the light, and go east, over the trolley tracks and continue east on Marshall Avenue until you come to the red and blue Cessna sign and airport tower which will be on your left.
Turn left at the red and blue Cessna sign and follow the road that takes you past the airport tower and the Gillespie Field Café; as you follow the road, it will bring you back around to the museum entrance.
The museum is located just west of Sorbi Repairs at 2075 N Marshall Avenue.
From the West
Take 8 East to the 67 north. Exit at the Bradley Street exit and turn left at the stoplight.
Take Bradley west to the stoplight at Marshall Avenue.
Turn right on Marshall and go north about 1/3 of a mile to the red and blue Cessna sign and turn right.
Follow the road that will take you past the tower and the Gillespie Field Café. It will bring you back to the entrance to the museum.
It is located just west of Sorbi Repairs at 2075 N. Marshall Avenue.
From the South
Take 94 East To 125 North
Go North on 125 to the 52 East Freeway
Take the 52 to the Cuyamaca Street Exit
Exit at Cuyamaca St. and turn right on Cuyamaca
Go South on Cuyamaca, through the stoplight at Prospect, to the Second stoplight, which will be Marshall Ave.
Turn left at the light, go over the trolley tracks, and the entrance that takes you to the museum will be on your left.
Enter at the red and blue Cessna sign. Stay on the road that takes you past the airport tower and it will bring you back around to the Museum entrance.
It is located just west of Sorbi Repairs at 2075 N. Marshall Avenue.
AIAA Trivia Night!
Join us for a fun Aerospace Trivia Night!
Test your aerospace trivia skills and earn some prizes!
Are you ready to test your knowledge of the skies? The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) San Diego Section is excited to invite you to an exhilarating Aviation Themed Trivia Night! Whether you're an engineer, a student, or simply passionate about aviation, join us for an evening of friendly competition and camaraderie.
Prepare for an engaging evening filled with questions covering a range of aviation topics, from historical milestones to cutting-edge technology. Challenge your peers, showcase your expertise, and perhaps learn something new along the way!
This event is a fantastic opportunity to network with fellow aviation enthusiasts, exchange ideas, and celebrate our shared passion for aerospace engineering and innovation.
Refreshments will be available for purchase at Ales Tales Taproom, ensuring a delightful evening of trivia and mingling.
Link to Flyer: XXXXXXX
AIAA-SD Technical Talk: Imaging of Multi-Phase Fluid Dynamics by Evan Pruitt
Join AIAA San Diego Section for an exciting technical talk on imaging of multi-phase fluid dynamics by Evan Pruitt.
Evan Pruitt is an Aerospace Engineering Master’s Student at San Diego State University. After receiving his Bachelor’s in chemical engineering, he had spent nearly the last decade working as a science and mathematics teacher at local private schools. He was inspired by the many recent advances in the commercial space sector to return to school himself and embark on a career change. He is currently working in Professor Xiaofeng Liu’s lab as a graduate research assistant studying multi-phase fluid dynamics. His Master's thesis focuses on the study of impinging jet injectors using high speed imaging. He will be presenting on the image analysis software that he has developed to better study the breakup mechanism of the impinging jet injector. The visualizations generated by this research were recently featured as an award winner at the 2023 Gallery of Fluid motion.
Please RSVP at the link below. The $5 cost includes pizza! https://aiaa-san-diego-section.square.site/product/evan-pruitt-event/50
Joe Katz Lifetime Achievement Award Celebration
Join AIAA San Diego Section and SDSU’s Aerospace Engineering Department as we celebrate the recipient of AIAA San Diego’s Lifetime Achievement Award for 2023, Dr. Joe Katz, for his remarkable career.
The reception will be held Monday January 22nd, 2024 from 5:30-9:00pm at SDSU’s Scripps Cottage and will include food and beverages. Agenda includes social reception, remarks from AIAA and SDSU and comments by Dr. Katz summarizing his rewarding career.
Link to RSVP: https://forms.gle/cBfb3t5bgkbBuBfD9
AeroArt @ Aero Club Bar
Join us for a fun night of airplanes and art at San Diego’s finest aerospace-themed bar!
Unleash your hidden artistic talent and join other aero-enthusiasts at this first of its kind STEAM event where the “A” for ART will be accentuated. Still life drawings by real art students depicting fruit bowls and flower arrangements are so 19th century. We, the AIAA engineering crowd, prefer artistic renderings of 20th and 21st century aircraft!
Assorted aircraft models will be displayed for you to draw and compete for prizes and a chance to have your aero-themed masterpiece displayed at San Diego’s famous Aero Club Bar.
All necessary art supplies will be provided, we just need you to join in on the fun and come out and meet some novice, intermediate, and advanced San Diego Aerospace professionals.
Event Costs (which include one beer or well drink, and pizza):
AIAA Student members: $5
AIAA members: $10
Non-members and guests: $15
Link to Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1V7ByKyjCA4PMomdNteI20vLJmVZswIBA/
Link to RSVP: https://square.link/u/9mPlbhRl
AIAA San Diego Section Awards & Scholarship Gala Event at Allen Airways Flying Museum
Join us for our celebratory end of year banquet where we celebrate local achievements and outstanding students.
It’s the time of year again for the annual AIAA San Diego Section Awards and Scholarship Gala. Join us to celebrate outstanding aerospace engineering achievement in San Diego County. Also in attendance will be this year’s winners of the Reuben H. Fleet Scholarship.
Admission includes taco’s by La Taquiza and 2 drink tickets. Attire is business casual. Space is limited, so please RSVP by May 17th, 2023. Pricing is as follows:
Non-Member: $15
AIAA Member: $10
Student: $5
Buy your tickets online to secure your spot!
Directions to Allen Airways / Gillespie Field Airport in El Cajon
From the North
Take the 5, 163, or 15 south to 52 east
Go east on 52 to the Cuyamaca Street exit.
At the bottom of the exit ramp, turn right on Cuyamaca and go south through the stoplight at Prospect Street to the second stoplight, which will be Marshall Avenue. Turn left at the light, and go east, over the trolley tracks and continue east on Marshall Avenue until you come to the red and blue Cessna sign and airport tower which will be on your left.
Turn left at the red and blue Cessna sign and follow the road that takes you past the airport tower and the Gillespie Field Café; as you follow the road, it will bring you back around to the museum entrance.
The museum is located just west of Sorbi Repairs at 2075 N Marshall Avenue.
From the West
Take 8 East to the 67 north. Exit at the Bradley Street exit and turn left at the stoplight.
Take Bradley west to the stoplight at Marshall Avenue.
Turn right on Marshall and go north about 1/3 of a mile to the red and blue Cessna sign and turn right.
Follow the road that will take you past the tower and the Gillespie Field Café. It will bring you back to the entrance to the museum.
It is located just west of Sorbi Repairs at 2075 N. Marshall Avenue.
From the South
Take 94 East To 125 North
Go North on 125 to the 52 East Freeway
Take the 52 to the Cuyamaca Street Exit
Exit at Cuyamaca St. and turn right on Cuyamaca
Go South on Cuyamaca, through the stoplight at Prospect, to the Second stoplight, which will be Marshall Ave.
Turn left at the light, go over the trolley tracks, and the entrance that takes you to the museum will be on your left.
Enter at the red and blue Cessna sign. Stay on the road that takes you past the airport tower and it will bring you back around to the Museum entrance.
It is located just west of Sorbi Repairs at 2075 N. Marshall Avenue.
UAS Integration into Commercial Airspace
Join us for a fun and informative lecture on UAS airspace integration!
Join AIAA San Diego Section with like-minded aerospace professionals and students for a night out at Helix Brewing in La Mesa for some fantastic hand-crafted Beers and Sours while hearing from our own AIAA Member, Ms. Laine D’Augustine as she discusses the intricacies and policy decisions associated with uncrewed aircraft systems operating in the commercial airspace.
Link to Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gMS8P4dP04UWuYTvUCIiZwzFOYpIsO5s/
Link to Register: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/DH6RRJ06N5K9G/checkout/5I3ZA5QJJ62L7HPU3DT7I2CG
AIAA-SD Tour of San Diego Wind Tunnel
Join us for a fun and informative wind tunnel tour and happy hour!
American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) San Diego Section invites you to join us for a tour at the San Diego Low Speed Wind Tunnel. Come learn how the wind tunnel operates and what kinds of testing they perform. Following the tour, there will be a happy hour at the Aero Club (3365 India St, San Diego, CA 92103).
Please note that parking is limited at the wind tunnel, so we recommend carpooling if possible.
Link to Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lHdNTvhJRVHYVSH1m3FQYF0V1qXri7Wv/
Link to RSVP: https://forms.gle/FJmBKYUZtSEBWDqt7
2023 SDCEC Engineers Week Banquet
Join AIAA and the SDCEC in celebrating Engineers Week 2023
2023 AIAA SD and Wi3DP Kickoff Event
Join us for a fun and informative evening about additive manufacturing!
American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) San Diego Section and Women in 3D Printing (Wi3DP) San Diego Chapter invite you to join us at our 2023 kickoff event highlighting novel Additive Manufacturing technologies being used in Aerospace and other DoD manufacturing applications. Come learn how these cutting-edge technologies are transforming manufacturing.
Link to Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PVYkQVxi5q3pNqhfQrYCmPjdGESttyOv/view?usp=sharing
Link to RSVP: https://aiaa-san-diego-section.square.site/product/2023-aiaa-sd-and-wi3dp-kickoff-meeting/39
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/9hkbMirxbbShaTRC6
AIAA Trivia Night!
Join us for a fun Aerospace Trivia Night!
Test your aerospace trivia skills and earn some prizes!
Join AIAA San Diego for a fun trivia night mixer!
This is also a great opportunity for AIAA student members to meet AIAA professional members!
Link to Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZRjy0cGUHGjlyRjyqiuSf42V2pVU0L5R/
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/ktPQRm743AGwvdQR8
