Rebecca Ravotti

Rebecca Ravotti is a Lecturer and Deputy Head of the Latent Team at the Institute of Mechanical Engineering and Energy Technology (IME) within the Lucerne School of Engineering and Architecture (HSLU). Her research focuses on phase change materials (PCMs), thermal energy storage systems, and sustainable engineering solutions. She leads projects such as Salt Hydrate Segregation, H-eat, and CO2 Reduction in Zürcher Ziegeleien, addressing challenges in eco-friendly energy storage and material innovation.

Her academic background and affiliations emphasize practical applications of materials science in thermal management, including bio-based PCMs and direct contact latent heat storage systems. Recent work explores polymorphism in materials, X-ray tomography for phase analysis, and the integration of additive manufacturing (e.g., DMLS heat exchangers) for battery cooling.

Publications highlight advancements in PCM characterization, including studies on triglycerides, esters, and lactones, alongside experimental devices for long-term stability testing. Ravotti actively collaborates with global initiatives like IEA Annex 35 and contributes to conferences on energy storage and phase change materials.

Her research bridges fundamental material science with applied engineering, aiming to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability across industries.