Dr. Lorenzo Cremaschi

Assistant Professor

Academic Background

Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, University of Maryland, 2004.

M.S., Mechanical Engineering, University of Modena, Italy, 2001.

B.S., Mechanical Engineering, University of Modena, Italy.

Areas of Interest

Energy systems optimization

Design of equipment for unitary and heat pump systems

HVAC systems using alternative natural refrigerants

Dynamic systems controls for air conditioners and heat pumps

Micro-refrigeration systems and novel micro-pumps

Cogeneration Systems

Electronics Cooling Technologies

Professional Experience

Assistant Professor, School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Oklahoma State University, August 2006 to present.

Post-Doctoral Research Associate, Ray W. Herrick Laboratories, Mechanical Engineering Department, Purdue University, August 2004 to August 2006.  Investigation in the performance and feasibility of meso- and micro-scale refrigeration systems for electronics cooling.

Research Assistant, Heat Pump Laboratories of the Center for Environmental Energy Engineering (CEEE), Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Maryland, June 2001 to August 2004. Study of Carbon Dioxide as a potential alternative candidate to conventional refrigerants in air conditioning and refrigeration systems.  Investigation in the oil transport capability in Carbon Dioxide Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Systems for stationary and automotive applications.