Navin Kumar

About Navin Kumar

As an innovator in addressing critical energy challenges, I have driven significant advancements in both academia and industry. My extensive research portfolio spans a range of topics, including thermal energy storage, heat pump technologies, heat exchangers, appliances, and water heating systems.My work goes beyond the lab; I have led and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams from universities, OEMs, national laboratories, and utilities to translate theoretical concepts into practical, real-world solutions.I am a prolific author, with numerous publications in scientific journals that contribute to shaping the future of energy research. Additionally, I am actively involved with ASHRAE and participating in committees and initiatives to further the field.I am actively seeking collaborative partnerships for upcoming research and development projects in thermal energy storage systems, heat pumps, appliances, building energy efficiency. If you are interested in exploring joint ventures or have innovative ideas in these fields, let’s connect and discuss potential opportunities for collaboration.

Experience

1. R & d

   Oak Ridge National Laboratory

   Jul 2024 — Present · Oak Ridge, TN, US

   In my current role at ORNL, I am leading and supporting a variety of high-impact projects focused on advancing thermal energy systems and technologies. My key projects include:• Thermoelectric Heat Pumps• Next-Generation Dishwasher Development• Modular Heat Pumps• Thermal Energy Storage Integrated Heat Pumps• Dual-Fuel Heat Pump SystemsIn addition to leading these innovative projects, I am actively engaged with professional and industry committees:• ASHRAE: Co-Chair for SPC 233, contributing to standards development and industry advancements.• Department of Energy: Involved in the Stor4Build initiative, focusing on the integration and optimization of energy storage systems.These roles enable me to drive forward cutting-edge research and foster collaboration across various sectors to enhance energy efficiency and technology integration.

Education

• Texas A&M University

  Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Mechanical Engineering

  2014 — 2018

• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

  Bachleor of Science, Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering

  2010 — 2013

Skills

• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Aerodynamics
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Thermal Analysis
• Scanning Electron Microscopy
• Heat Exchangers
• Thermal Energy Storage
• Matlab
• Research
• Mechanical Engineering
• Catia
• Propulsion
• Aviation
• Phase Change Materials
• Aircraft
• Aeronautics
• Differential Scanning Calorimetry
• Turbomachinery
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (Cfd)
• Aircraft Maintenance
• Cfd
• Thermal Engineering
• Military
• Engineering
• Thermal Management
• Aerospace
• Solidworks
• Aircraft Propulsion
• Heat Transfer
• Simulink
• Fluid Mechanics
• Aerospace Engineering
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Office