Arthur E. Bergles

Arthur E. Bergles is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical, Aerospace, and Nuclear Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, with additional affiliations at the University of Maryland and Massachusetts Institute of Technology. His work focuses on heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and thermal engineering, particularly in subcooled flow boiling, twisted-tape inserts, and enhanced heat transfer equipment.

Research Trends: His recent articles (2017–2013) emphasize critical heat flux, pressure drop analysis, and thermal-hydraulics in small-diameter tubes and microchannels. Earlier work (2006–2001) explores rough surfaces, swirl flows, and phase change phenomena.

Scientific Awards:

• ASME Medal (2000)
• Donald Q. Kern Award (1990)
• Max Jakob Award (1995)
• Lamme Medal (1987)
• Holladay Distinguished Fellow Award (2002)
• ICHMT Luikov Medal (1998)

He has contributed to Journal of Enhanced Heat Transfer and collaborated on studies involving fouling, condensation, and microelectronic cooling. His legacy includes foundational work on correlations for frictional pressure drop and flow regime modeling in gas-liquid flows.