Johannes Koke

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Johannes Koke is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering, specializing in Process Engineering at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences, Lingen Campus. He holds a Ph.D. in Engineering from RWTH Aachen University and has extensive experience in research and industry, focusing on thermal systems, fluid mechanics, and renewable energy solutions.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Engineering (2000), RWTH Aachen University
• Master's in Mechanical Engineering (1995), RWTH Aachen University
• Bachelor's in Engineering (1994), Dartmouth College, USA

Research Interests:

His work centers on energy-efficient systems, solar thermal technology, fluid mechanics, and process engineering. Key areas include the design of nearly zero-energy buildings, optimization of solar thermal systems, and modeling of industrial processes. He emphasizes sustainable solutions for energy and material systems, with applications in beverage production, container architecture, and climate-adaptive design.

Awards:

• 2002: Borchers-Plakette for outstanding doctoral thesis (RWTH Aachen)

Teaching & Grants:

He teaches modules on thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and solar technology. His research has been supported by projects exploring energy-efficient container buildings and solar thermal integration in industries. Collaborations include institutions in South Africa, Sweden, and Oman.

Labs & Teams:

Active in the Faculty of Management, Culture, and Technology, he contributes to interdisciplinary projects on sustainable energy systems and process optimization.