Aerospace 101

Aaditya Mathur
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Aerospace 101 is a podcast about the fundamental topics and introductory concepts of Aerospace Engineering. The show is for middle schoolers and high schoolers who are interested in planes and rockets. I want to intrigue their curiosity and help them discover their passion.

  1. 2025. 11. 24.

    Fluid Mechanics and OpenFOAM with Lorenzo Piu

    Hi guys! In this episode, I talk to Lorenzo Piu, a PhD researcher at the Université Libre de Bruxelles in Belgium. He completed both his Bachelor’s and Master’s in Aerospace Engineering at Politecnico di Torino in Italy. We get into his work on sustainable combustion and Computational Fluid Dynamics, especially his experience using OpenFOAM. Listen to the full episode to learn more about his research and his passion for building a sustainable engineering podcast!

    19분

  2. 2025. 11. 02.

    Improving Rocket Engines at NASA with Hari B

    Hey guys! In this episode I talk to Hari B, a mechanical engineer currently working at CapCO2 Solutions, a company focused on sustainable engineering. He has worked on several research projects revolving around astronomy and aerospace, including one where he explored using plasma, the fourth state of matter, to improve rocket thrusters. Listen to the full episode to learn more! This episode is extremely informative.

    22분

  3. 2025. 10. 24.

    Malek's Experience at Boeing

    Hey guys! In this episode we revisit Malek Abu-Shawish after his internship at Boeing. He worked on extremely cool projects such as deigning the interior of planes! Listen to the full episode to find out more.

    13분

  4. 2025. 10. 03.

    Combustion and Fluids in London with Dr. Andrea Giusti

    In this episode, I interview Dr. Andrea Giusti, Associate Professor of Thermofluids at Imperial College London. We follow his journey from an early fascination with Ferrari’s Formula 1 cars, to his work in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) in Florence, Italy, to his research on combustion at the University of Cambridge, and ultimately to his current role in London. Dr. Giusti also shares what drew him to research in the first place, offering valuable insights into the mindset of a scientist. This episode is packed with perspectives for anyone interested in aircraft engines, aerodynamics, and Formula 1!

    21분

  5. 2025. 09. 24.

    Nanotechnology to Tesla, Apple, and Beyond

    In this episode, I sit down with Hiren Kumar, an engineer from India who has built an incredible career journey, starting with race cars in India, moving through grad school in Texas, to Tesla, and now at Zipline, where he’s shaping the future of drones. Hiren reflects on the lessons he’s learned along the way, including the unique energy of working alongside highly motivated people—an experience he believes everyone should have at least once. Tune in to hear his story and insights!

    19분
  6. A High Schoolers Journey in Aerospace Research

    2025. 09. 12.

    A High Schoolers Journey in Aerospace Research

    Hey guys! We made it to episode 10!! In this episode, I share my experiences doing research as a high school student. I’ve written four papers and picked up a lot of valuable lessons along the way that I want to share with you. If you’re interested in research, exploring your passions, pursuing academia, or just curious about how to get started, this is THE episode for you! Programs I discuss in the episode: AirShaper, a free online CFD tool: https://airshaper.com/ Onshape, a free online CAD software: https://www.onshape.com/en/ You can get a free trial if you are a student! Solidworks, a powerful CAD software that also has CFD capabilities: https://www.solidworks.com/

    15분
  7. How Caltech Prepped an MIT PhD with Nicole Lee

    2025. 08. 17.

    How Caltech Prepped an MIT PhD with Nicole Lee

    Hey everyone! In this episode, I sit down with Nicole Lee, a PhD student at MIT and recent Caltech graduate. We talk about how she first got interested in research, the complex engineering tools she’s mastered, like MATLAB, and her decision to double major in business and mechanical engineering. Nicole also shares why she chose Caltech and what inspired her current path at MIT. This episode is full of fascinating insights and is perfect for anyone curious about getting more involved in aerospace research.

    20분

  8. 2025. 08. 02.

    Engineering at Princeton

    In this episode, I interview Manny Ishola, a junior studying Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Princeton University. We trace his journey from working on his high schools FIRST Robotics Competition team (link below) to doing research in his first year at Princeton, to building firewalls on race cars! Listen to the episode to learn more! https://www.firstinspires.org/robotics/frc

    17분
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Aerospace 101 is a podcast about the fundamental topics and introductory concepts of Aerospace Engineering. The show is for middle schoolers and high schoolers who are interested in planes and rockets. I want to intrigue their curiosity and help them discover their passion.

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  • 제작진
    Aaditya Mathur
  • 방송 연도
    2024년 - 2025년
  • 에피소드
    16
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