Luis “Tony”
Martinez Tossas.
I’m a research engineer focused on turbulence and aerodynamic modeling.
My interest in turbulence began during my master’s studies at the University of Puerto Rico–Mayagüez. I went on to earn a PhD at Johns Hopkins University, studying fluid mechanics and its applications to wind energy.
Experience
Research
Sandia National Laboratories
National Laboratory of the Rockies
Industry
Novo Blades | CTO
Siemens Energy | Consulting
Community
NAWEA | Board Member
Beautiful Turbulence.
The intricate structures of turbulent flow are part of my research and the inspiration for Beautiful Turbulence.
Our designs use real scientific data, including the Johns Hopkins Turbulence Database, to create patterns for a range of unique apparel.
How I work
My work combines fluid mechanics theory, computational modeling, and scientific programming. My CFD experience spans Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes methods (RANS), large-eddy simulation (LES), hybrid approaches such as IDDES, and direct numerical simulation (DNS). I also develop and apply actuator line methods for wings and rotating blades.
Choosing a model starts with the question being asked. I look at which physics matter, where errors come from, and how to improve predictions without unnecessary computational cost.
I like to keep theory and modeling grounded in how real systems behave. That means checking predictions against measurements and understanding a model’s limits. My work has also included planning experiments and developing approaches for field validation.
I also develop scientific software and computational workflows, using automation and AI-assisted programming and analysis.