Milan Petrovic at University of Belgrade -Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Serbia.
Prof. Milan V. Petrovic is a leading Serbian expert in thermal turbomachinery and gas turbine technology. With advanced academic training from both Serbia and Germany, he has developed an international research profile focused on optimization and modeling of turbine performance. At the University of Belgrade, he directs a laboratory that fosters innovation in energy conversion systems and collaborates with global research entities. His scholarly contributions have significantly influenced the fields of turbine aerodynamics, computational fluid dynamics, and thermal power plant modernization.
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Education
Prof. Milan V. Petrovic earned his Dipl. Ing. degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Belgrade, Serbia. He subsequently completed his Ph.D. in Thermal Turbomachinery at the University of Hanover, Germany, in 1995, focusing on advanced modeling techniques for turbine optimization and fluid dynamics.
Professional Experience
Prof. Petrovic is a Full Professor of Thermal Turbomachinery at the University of Belgrade, where he leads the Laboratory of Thermal Turbomachinery. He has over 25 years of academic and research experience in the design, analysis, and optimization of thermal turbomachinery systems. His work bridges theoretical modeling and practical application, contributing extensively to energy systems, gas turbine engineering, and flow optimization. He has also served as a reviewer and contributor for multiple international conference proceedings and journals in mechanical and aerospace engineering.
Research Interests
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Thermal Turbomachinery
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Multistage Turbine Optimization
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Gas and Steam Turbine Systems
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CFD Modeling and Through-Flow Calculations
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Axial Compressors and Shock Loss Prediction
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Energy System Reconstruction and Efficiency Improvement
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Combined Cycle Power Plant Integration
📊 Author Metrics
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Citations: 50+ (approximate based on available records)
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Notable Co-authors: G.S. Dulikravich, A. Wiedermann, D. Tucakovic
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Academic Presence: ASME Turbo Expo Contributor, Applied Thermal Engineering Journal Author
Top Noted Publication
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Optimization of Multistage Turbines Using a Through-Flow Code
MV Petrovic, GS Dulikravich, TJ Martin
Turbo Expo: Power for Land, Sea, and Air, 2000
Citations: 14
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Possibilities for Reconstruction of Existing Steam Boilers for the Purpose of Using Exhaust Gases from 14 MW or 17 MW Gas Turbine
D Tucakovic, G Stupar, T Zivanovic, M Petrovic, S Belosevic
Applied Thermal Engineering, 2013
Citations: 13
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Through-Flow Modeling of Single- and Two-Shaft Gas Turbines at Wide Operating Range
A Wiedermann, MV Petrovic
Turbo Expo, 2018
Citations: 9
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Multistage Axial Compressor Flow Field Predictions Using CFD and Through-Flow Calculations
M Banjac, MV Petrovic, A Wiedermann
Turbo Expo, 2016
Citations: 9
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A Comprehensive Analytical Shock Loss Model for Axial Compressor Cascades
M Banjac, T Savanovic, D Petkovic, MV Petrovic
Journal of Turbomachinery, 2022
Citations: 8
Conclusion
Prof. Milan V. Petrovic is a highly suitable candidate for the Industry Innovation Research Award, given his robust contributions to thermal turbomachinery, energy systems optimization, and applied engineering research. His leadership, technical depth, and ongoing engagement in real-world energy solutions position him as a valuable innovator in thermal power and turbine design. While expanding industry partnerships and translational outputs could enhance his candidacy, his current academic and applied contributions already meet key award benchmarks.