The research workshop, on Thursday, June 1, 3:30-5:00PM, will provide a platform to engage with program managers of different government agencies and learn better about their programs. In this workshop, program managers will describe their programs and the successes that have come out of them, as well as directions moving forwards.
Peter de Bock (Arpa-E)
ARPA-E Funding Moonshot Energy Technologies
Abstract: The Advanced Research Projects Agency – Energy was founded to support high-risk/high-reward technologies that could lead to transformational impact in the energy space. ARPA-E projects span a broad range of technologies but often include multi-disciplinary teams evaluation how to solve a challenge in a new and impactful way. Unique about ARPA-E is a focus on how such technologies could be positioned such that they are ready for post-project commercial investment. Thermal management plays an important role in projects such as ASCEND, REEACH, and COOLERCHIPS and an overview will be presented how significant advances are made in these areas.
Mark Spector (Office of Naval Research)
The Office of Naval Research – Science and Technology in Support of the US Navy and Marine Corps
Abstract: The Office of Naval Research is the catalyst of future naval power, ensuring technological dominance for our fleet and force. ONR finds the best minds from across the nation and around the globe, sponsoring new research and creating new capabilities for America’s Sailors and Marines.
The Thermal Science and Engineering supports basic and applied research on multi-phase heat transfer, fluid dynamics and nanostructured materials. The program supports the development of technologies to efficiently acquire, transport, and reject heat and enable higher power density electronic systems. This work supports the Navy’s interest in advanced naval power and energy systems science and technology.
Dr. Philseok Kim (ARPA-E)
ARPA-E HITEMMP (High Intensity Thermal Exchange through Materials and Manufacturing Processes) Program
Abstract: Thermal management plays a critical role in the overall size, weight, performance and cost (SWaP-C) of most energy conversion systems. It also plays a critical role in the overall system reliability and robustness over its desired operating conditions. ARPA-E’s HITEMMP program supports the development of compact heat exchangers capable of operating for tens of thousands of hours in temperatures exceeding 800°C/1100°C (metals/ceramics) and pressures exceeding 80/250 bar (hot side/cold side). The program aims to demonstrate 50-kW lab-scale heat exchangers operating in relevant conditions via sCO2 loop testing at the end of the program. HITEMMP projects will enable a revolutionary new class of heat exchangers and innovative approaches to advanced manufacturing with applications for a wide range of commercial and industrial energy producers and consumers.