Alumni
TAYLOR BEVIS
Taylorbe@rams.colostate.edu | 303.842.5824 | LinkedIn
Education:
M.S. 2015, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
B.S. 2014, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
Biography:
Taylor Bevis was a member of the REACH CoLab from its launch in August 2013 until his successful thesis defense in December 2015, Initially, he assisted multiple projects as an undergraduate student. His thesis research focused on microscale phase change heat transfer to thermally manage high heat flux electronics. His interests include microscale heat transfer, microfluidics, and MEMS processing.
After graduation, Taylor Bevis is working at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory as a Microfabrication Engineer. Currently, Taylor is the president of Pella Windows and Doors.
Projects:
Thermal management of high heat flux electronic device
Kevin Westhoff
Kevwest@rams.colostate.edu | 719.660.7893 | LinkedIn
Education:
M.S. 2016, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
B.S. 2014, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
Biography:
Kevin Westhoff worked in the REACH CoLab from August 2013 until his graduation in May 2016. His research focused on innovative solutions for the thermal management of li-ion batteries. His interests include renewable energy, grid storage, advanced manufacturing, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
After successfully defending his thesis, Kevin accepted a position as a Propulsion Development Engineer at Blue Origin. Currently, Kevin is working as a mechanical engineer for Ball Aerospace.
Projects:
A Multi-Functional Electrolyte for Li-Ion Batteries
Physical and Electrochemical Measurements on Commercial Li-Ion Batteries
Dr. TORBEN GRUMSTRUP
Education:
Ph.D. 2014, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
M.S. 2006, Pennsylvania State University - Mechanical Engineering
B.S. 2002, University of Wyoming - Mechanical Engineering
Biography:
Torben was a postdoctoral scholar in the REACH CoLab where his principal focus was on problems exhibiting very high heat fluxes. He possesses significant background in applied laser spectroscopy, which stems from his doctoral research on biodiesel combustion emissions. Torben has experience in particle accelerator engineering, including work on beam target analysis and design, radioactive material handling, and radiation shielding design. His other research experience includes the mathematics of impacts, high-speed scientific photography, and compressible flow.
Currently, Torben is a Research Scientist at the Missoula Fire Sciences Laboratory.
Projects:
Ultra-Efficient Turbo Compression Cooling
Thermal Management of High Heat Flux Electronic Devices
Jonas Adler
Jeadler@rams.colostate.edu | 512.626.4320
Education:
M.S. 2017, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
B.S. 2012, The University of Texas at Austin - Physics
B.B.A 1999, The University of Texas at Austin - Management Information Systems
Biography:
Jonas Adler was the first graduate student to join the REACH CoLab in the fall of 2013. He has a varied background, with over seven years of experience as an automotive technician in addition to two bachelor’s degrees. His master’s research focuses on a novel method of improving the thermal efficiency of internal combustion engines via waste heat recovery. His interests include heat transfer, internal combustion engines, and materials.
Currently, Jonas is a Project Engineer at BorgWarner, Inc.
Projects:
Waste heat availability from a high temperature diesel engine
Achyut Paudel
apaudel@colostate.edu | 970.672.7591 | LinkedIn
Education:
M.S. 2017, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
B.E. 2013, IOE, Central Campus, Tribhuvan University – Mechanical Engineering
Biography:
Achyut Paudel joined the REACH CoLab in August 2015. He has a background in teaching undergraduate students, working in renewable energy based projects, mobile robotic systems and project management. His interests includes Thermal/Renewable Energy Systems, Fluid Dynamics and Turbomachinery.
Currently, Achyut is working as a Senior Engineer at Cummins, Inc.
Bryan Burk
Bryan.burk@colostate.edu | LinkedIn
Education:
M.S. 2018, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
B.S. 2011, Ohio State University - Physics
Biography:
Bryan joined the REACH CoLab in January of 2015. As part of his thesis work, Bryan developed a model for conjugate heat transfer during microchannel flow boiling with validation from experimental data.
After successfully defending his thesis, applied to medical school.
Projects:
Thermal Management of High Heat Flux Electronic Devices
JENSEN HOKE
jensenhk@rams.colostate.edu | LinkedIn
Education:
M.S. 2019, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
B.S. 2016, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Biography:
Jensen Hoke joined the REACH CoLab in June 2016. As a Master’s student, Jensen’s research focused on heat transfer enhancements in two-phase, microchannel heat exchangers used for laser diode cooling.
Currently, Jensen is an engineer at CZero Solutions in Fort Collins, CO.
LUKE GIUGLIANO
lukeg22@rams.colostate.edu | 973.479.5372 | LinkedIn
Education:
M.S. 2019, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
B.S. 2017, Bucknell University - Mechanical Engineering
Biography:
Luke Giugliano started with the REACH CoLab in August 2017. His project was a collaboration with the Colorado School of Mines aimed at significantly reducing the carbon footprint of steam methane reformers as a method for power generation. His interests include: heat exchanger design, waste heat recovery, and thermodynamic optimization.
Currently, Luke is a Mechanical Design Engineer at Ball Aerospace.
Projects:
Technoeconomic Study of Waste Heat-Driven CO2 Sequestration in Steam Methane Reforming
JOSH RICHEY
jrichey2@rams.colostate.edu | LinkedIn
Education:
M.S. 2020, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
B.S. 2016, Florida Atlantic University - Mechanical Engineering
Biography:
Josh Richey joined the REACH CoLab in May 2017. His current research investigates boiling characteristics for two-phase microchannel heat exchangers, used in thermal management systems for high heat flux electronics . His interests include thermal and renewable energy systems and heat transfer.
Currently, Josh is a Mechanical/Thermal Engineer for Exoterra Resource.
JOHN SIMON
Education:
M.S. 2019, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
B.S. 2018, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
Biography:
John Simon began working with the REACH CoLab in May of 2016. He was primarily a fabricator when he joined the lab, constructing the large structures and welding the system piping for the turbo-compression cooling system. After completing a MECH 498 research project his senior year, he was accepted into the graduate school at CSU. For his Master's Thesis, he developed and validated a high fidelity compact heat exchanger model.
Currently, John is a Research Engineer at Mantel Technologies.
Nick Roberts
nroberts@rams.colostate.edu | 781.361.1505
Education:
M.S. 2021, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
B.S. 2019, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
Biography:
Nick joined the REACH CoLab in August of 2018. His thesis research involved the modeling and design of a volume optimized turbo-compression cooling system to improve the fuel economy of marine diesel engines. His interests include thermodynamics, energy efficiency, and waste heat recovery systems.
Currently, Nick is a product development engineer at a climate tech startup.
SAM COLOSIMO
samcolo@colostate.edu | LinkedIn
Education:
M.S. 2021, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
B.S. 2018, University of Portland - Mechanical Engineering
Biography:
Sam Colosimo was a graduate student working with the REACH CoLab from 2018 to 2021. His Master’s research focused on the modeling of waste heat recovery technologies to reduce energy consumption at meat processing facilities.
Currently, Sam is a Project Engineer at NLine Energy, Inc.
Zachary Gilvey
zacharyg@colostate.edu | LinkedIn
Education:
M.S. 2021, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
B.S. 2017, Washington State University - Mechanical Engineering
Biography:
Zach Gilvey joined the REACH CoLab in June of 2018 to help conduct consulting work with an industry partner for next generation electronics cooling technology. His work focused on thermal management in high density computing. Related research interests include: Thermal management, heat transfer, fluid dynamic, acoustics and turbomachinery.
Justin Hollis
jhollis@rams.colostate.edu | LinkedIn
Education:
M.S. 2021, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
B.S. 2020, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
Biography:
Justin Hollis has been with the REACH CoLab since August 2019. His thesis research was focused on quantifying the impact of phase change materials on the thermal management performance of high heat flux electronics packaging. Related interests include: thermodynamics, heat transfer, and materials.
Justin is now a Manucfaturing Engineer in the Colorado State University Undergraduate Labs
David Hobby
dhobby@rams.colostate.edu | 303.345.4969 | LinkedIn
Education:
Ph.D. 2022, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
B.S. 2016, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
Biography:
David Hobby joined the REACH CoLab in May of 2015 as an undergraduate research assistant. Since joining the lab, he has been conducting proprietary research regarding advanced cooling of microelectronics. His interests include thermal management, fluid dynamics, and electronics cooling.
Projects:
Advanced Cooling of Electronics
Alex Grauberger
agraub@rams.colostate.edu | LinkedIn
Education:
Ph.D. 2022, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
B.S. 2018, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
Biography:
Alex Grauberger joined the REACH CoLab in April of 2016 as an undergraduate research assistant. During his time in the lab, he supported the design, fabrication, and experimental validation of the first two iterations of turbo-compression cooling technology. His graduate research focused on the experimental investigation of the second prototype to quantify its performance characteristics over a range of operating conditions. After successfully defending his dissertation, Alex was contracted to help scale an early-stage clean-tech system at Alphabet's moonshot factory.
ETHAN MARKEY
ejmarkey@rams.colostate.edu | 970.488.0376 | LinkedIn
Education:
M.S. 2022, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
B.S. 2020, Colorado State University - Mechanical Engineering
Biography:
Ethan Markey started working at REACH CoLab as an undergrad in 2019. While working through his Master’s, he researched the technical feasibility and financial implications of integrating various thermal energy storage technologies with carbon capture at natural gas combined cycle power plants. After graduating, he was hired at Carbon America to continue in carbon capture research.
Projects:
Flexible Carbon Capture and Storage
Previous Students
KATIE PLESE
kplese@rams.colostate.edu | 720.220.8325 | LinkedIn
Projects: Advanced Cooling of Electronics
ALEX YOHE
ayohe@rams.colostate.edu | 847.682.5085 | LinkedIn
Projects: Hybrid Fuel Cell-IC Engine Generator Set
EDUARDO MALLOY
eduardo.malloy@colostate.edu | 303.834.5496 | LinkedIn
Projects: Turbo-Compression Cooling