Chris Ruhl

Chris Ruhl, Ph.D., is a Thermal Science Associate at Exponent, a prominent engineering and scientific consulting firm. He specializes in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer, applying his expertise to tackle various engineering challenges. His work involves experimental design, instrumentation, data acquisition, and statistical analysis, particularly focusing on turbulence and its implications for marine renewable energy systems. Dr. Ruhl has conducted extensive research on steam power generation, gas turbine performance, heat exchangers, and internal combustion engines.13

Dr. Ruhl earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Lehigh University, where his dissertation centered on the turbulent flow characterization of high-energy tidal estuaries. He has also served as an Adjunct Professor in Mechanical Engineering at Lafayette College, teaching courses on thermal and fluid systems.12 His professional background includes roles with the U.S. Army and various research positions, where he analyzed large datasets related to marine flow and renewable energy technologies.1