Joe Huyett

Joe Huyett

Research Associate

Mechanical Engineering

Joe is a research associate in the REACH CoLab, where he collaborates with Dr. Todd Bandhauer to develop and scale high-impact technologies for decarbonization. Before joining the lab in 2021, Joe gained extensive experience in petrochemical manufacturing, specializing in heat transfer, fixed equipment, reliability, and maintenance management. Building on his passion for sustainable innovation, he began pursuing a PhD in Systems Engineering from Colorado State University in 2024. Outside of work, Joe is an accomplished trail runner who enjoys exploring the mountains of Colorado.

Research Interests

  • Development of high-temperature heat pump technologies
  • Design and optimization of thermal energy storage systems
  • Innovation in carbon capture systems, including post-combustion and direct air capture

Education

  • PhD Systems Engineering, Colorado State University (in progress, expected 2027)
  • ME Mechanical Engineering, Stevens Institute of Technology (2014)
  • BE Mechanical Engineering, Stevens Institute of Technology (2014)
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