Overview

Kelvin Eloho is a scientific researcher at Ghent University, Belgium, specializing in wind and water modeling and effects on ships. He earned his MSc in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering from Chalmers University of Technology in 2022, with a thesis focused on RANS prediction of propeller-induced pressure pulses and sheet-tip cavitation interactions. Kelvin has a background in marine engineering, having graduated with a B.Sc. from Rivers State University, Nigeria, in 2017. Since joining Ghent University in 2022, Kelvin has been investigating wind and current effects on ships using both empirical and numerical models. Kelvin's prior experience includes working as a CFD engineer for Chalmers Formula Sailing, where he optimised a boat hull and appendages for hydrodynamic performance. He also served as a naval architect assistant at the Nigerian Naval Dockyard, assisting in hull design, stability calculations, and equipment procurement. His early career involved roles as an engine room assistant and apprentice mechanic, providing a hands-on understanding of marine and mechanical systems.Fluent in programming languages and proficient with various engineering and CAD tools, Kelvin is also an avid cyclist, fitness enthusiast, and chess player. His diverse skills and interests reflect his commitment to innovative and effective solutions in naval architecture and marine engineering.

Research topics

• Wind engineering
• Hydrodynamics
• Hydrostatics
• Modelling and simulation
• Numerical computation
• Fluid mechanics and fluid dynamics

Publications

The full publication list can be found here

Scientific career

• September 2022 – present: Scientific Researcher, Maritime Technology Division, Ghent University, Belgium
• May 2018 – March 2019: Naval Architect Assistant, Nigerian Naval Dockyard, Lagos Nigeria.
• October 2019 – July 2020: Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer (Student position), Chalmers Formula Sailing, Gothenburg Sweden
• April 2016 – October 2016: Engine Room Assistant (intern), Sege Marine and co. LTD, Rivers Nigeria
• July 2014 – October 2014: Apprentice Mechanic, M. Aliyu’s Automobile. Abuja Nigeria

Awards

• 2021 The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) Scholarship Award, 2020
• 2020 1st place, 1001VELAcup Design contest 2020

Memberships

• Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA)