Projects

 

Current Projects

Digital Twins for Agrivoltaic and Floating Solar Farms

Funding: LSU Research for Energy Innovation (Phase I)
Role: Co-Principal Investigator
Duration: 2023 - 2025

This interdisciplinary project focuses on the development of digital twins for solar farms that integrate landscape design, hydrological modeling, and vegetation performance. The research supports the evaluation and optimization of renewable energy systems by simulating the interactions between solar infrastructure, native vegetation, and water flow. The goal is to develop best practices for sustainable site planning and ecological co-benefits in energy landscapes.

 

DEEDS – Design Empowering Equitable and Durable Solutions

Funding: U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC)
Role: Faculty Collaborator / Research Scientist
Years: 2022–2025

DEEDS investigates the performance of natural and nature-based features (NNBFs) to improve coastal resilience. Using simulations such as XBeach, the project explores the potential of mangrove restoration and hybrid infrastructure to reduce flood risk and enhance ecological and social benefits. AXISD contributes simulation workflows and supports iterative design evaluation for nature-based interventions.

 

Urban-Level Digital Twin for Scalable Education and Design Integration

Funding: LSU Student Tech Fee Program
Role: Co-Principal Investigator
Years: 2024–2025

This project develops a digital twin platform to enhance urban-scale education and design integration. By combining real-time data, AI tools, and 3D modeling, the initiative supports scalable learning environments and enables students and professionals to engage with complex urban systems in an interactive way. The platform bridges landscape architecture, urban planning, and data science to advance applied learning and design innovation.