Ifeanyi (Augustine) Uwaoma is a self-motivated mechanical fluid expert with over 10 years of experience in the oil and gas industry and research. He holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Oregon State University and a Masterās in Engineering Management from the University of Benin, Nigeria, along with a Bachelorās in Petroleum Engineering. Currently serving as a Mechanical Engineer 3 at Harvey Nash Inc. (Caterpillar), Uwaoma leads the development of innovative machine fluids, emphasizing renewable and alternative fuels. His expertise encompasses wick design, nanofabrication, solar desalination processes, and heat transfer technologies. Uwaoma is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) and the Society for Petroleum Engineers (SPE). His research contributions have been recognized through multiple awards and honors, including induction into the Marquis Inner Circle Beta Professional Community.
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Suitability for the Research for Industry Innovator Excellence Award
Ifeanyi (Augustine) Uwaoma presents a compelling case for the Research for Industry Innovator Excellence Award due to his extensive expertise, impactful contributions, and innovative approaches in mechanical and petroleum engineering, particularly within the domains of renewable energy and fluid mechanics.
šEducation:
Ifeanyi Uwaoma holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Oregon State University in Corvallis, Oregon, which he obtained in September 2021. He also earned a Master of Science in Engineering Management from the University of Benin in Benin City, Edo, Nigeria, in July 2017. Uwaoma completed his undergraduate studies with a Bachelor of Engineering in Petroleum Engineering from the same institution in December 2010.
š¢Work Experience:
Ifeanyi Uwaoma currently serves as a Mechanical Engineer 3 at Harvey Nash Inc. (Caterpillar) since July 2022, where he leads the development of machine fluids, including biofuels and alternative fuels, while collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders on product design and development. Prior to this role, he was a Mechanical Project Engineer at CloudData Technology LLC from December 2021 to July 2022, where he managed mechanical design projects from concept to final design and coordinated engineering planning and troubleshooting efforts. Uwaoma gained valuable research experience as a Graduate Research Assistant at Oregon State University from September 2019 to June 2021, focusing on mass flow rates through wick structures for thermal design applications. Earlier in his career, he worked as a Senior Production/Petroleum Engineer at Dubri Oil Company Limited from July 2014 to September 2019, providing technical solutions for oil and natural gas transmission operations. He also served as a Technical Assistant at Dubri Oil Company Limited from June 2013 to July 2014, where he supported data analysis and ensured adherence to quality and regulatory guidelines.
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Awards and Honors:
Ifeanyi Uwaoma’s achievements include being inducted into the Marquis Inner Circle Beta Professional Community in February 2024 and selected for recognition in the Marquis Whoās Who Millennium Magazine in January 2024. In September 2019, he was awarded a multi-million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy for his contributions to potable water desalination technology. Additionally, he created a motivational video research presentation for new students at Oregon State University in August 2020.
š¬Research Focus:
Ifeanyi Uwaoma’s research focus encompasses several innovative areas, including wick design and nanofabrication for thermal applications, particularly in solar desalination processes. He is dedicated to the development of alternative and renewable fuels within mechanical systems, and he specializes in heat and mass transfer technologies, including the utilization of nanofluids. Additionally, his work emphasizes energy security and compliance in emerging technologies related to electrified fluids, contributing to advancements in sustainable energy solutions.
Publication Top Notes:
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Title: Determination of Mass Flow Rate through Plain Mesh Wick and Nano-Structured Mesh Wick for the Design of Thermal Compressor Systems
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Title: Review on advanced techniques in zero liquid discharge water desalination via humidification-dehumidification within thermally-driven transport reactors
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Title: Design parameters for fluid flow simulation through mesh wick structures for thermal compressor systems
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Title: Experimental Characterization of Mass Transport Through Plain and Nanostructured Wick for Thermal Design Applications
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Title: Radial Temperature Evolution of Wicked Cylindrical Tubes