Anthony Decaro Email & Phone Number

Anthony Decaro is a Thermal Engineer.

Listed skills include Mathematics, Six Sigma, Gamma, Powerpoint, and 39 others.

• Aero-Thermal Analyst

  Eloret Corporation (Nasa Ames)

  Oct 2007 - Apr 2010

  * Developed Best Practices for a new technology, RCS entry simulations, for all future work to be based on (see paper)* Validated and then routinely updated the living document for Best Practices on standard aero-shell calculations* Reduced human hours needed by a 5:1 ratio for low complexity simulations based on the current Best Practices by developing an automation routine, freeing up more time for true analysis.Mars Science Laboratory* Responsible for creating aero-thermal environments with DPLR code and applying results to material response code FIAT to generate the thermal protection margins used in sizing the heat shield for vehicle entry into Martian atmosphere (see paper)* Combining analysis of CFD and material response code, determined vehicle heat shield would meet margins of safety even with inclusion of entry, descent, and landing instrumentation known as M.E.D.L.I (see Award) Arc Jet Computational Validation* Primary author on "ARC-Jet CFD Best Practices" documenting current best methods for conducing CFD validation of arc jet material tests, pooling previous knowledge and experiences of Ames top aero thermal analysts.* Combined DPLR CFD calculations and FIAT material response codes to predict the material recession on test articles within 10 percent, validating the material properties and reducing the need for additional facility runs.Supersonic Retro-propulsion Analysis for EDL-TDP (Entry Descent and Landing Technology Development Program)* Responsible for grid generation through post CFD analysis for new, cutting edge reverse nozzle flows in supersonic regime* Advised design team at NASA Langley on proper instrumentation and conditions for Unitary Wind Tunnel Test reducing run matrix by over 30 percent, correlating directly into resources saved