Robert Dell

Robert Dell is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Adjunct Professor at The Cooper Union, where he has held roles including Founding Director of the Laboratory for Energy Reclamation and Innovation and the Center for Innovation and Applied Technology. He also serves as Director of Special Projects on Patent Monetization. His academic appointments include Visiting Research Fellow at the University of Iceland, Honorary Research Associate at the New York Botanical Garden, and Research Fellow at MIT's School of Architecture and Planning.

• Education: Bachelors and Masters from the State University of New York.
• Professional Affiliations: ASME, Order of the Engineer, American Welding Society, Geothermal Resources Council.

His research focuses on geothermal energy applications, sustainable art installations, and energy reclamation. Notable works include Hitavaettur, the first geothermal-powered sculpture, and over 100 installations globally. He has authored research papers for ASME, Geothermal Resources Council, and Cooper Union Research Foundation.

Recognition includes 11 patents (First Inventor) and an Emmy Academy honor for theatrical set design. His contributions are archived permanently at the Smithsonian and MIT.