Erdal Çetkin

Erdal Çetkin is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Izmir Institute of Technology (IYTE). His research focuses on constructal law applications, thermal management systems, and heat transfer optimization, particularly in battery cooling and vascular structures. He holds a B.S. from Kocaeli University and advanced degrees (M.S. and Ph.D.) in Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science from Duke University.

Key areas of research include phase change materials (PCMs), thermal energy storage, and microfluidic devices. His work emphasizes practical solutions for thermal challenges in batteries and electronic systems, leveraging constructal design principles. Education details include a strong foundation in materials science and thermal engineering.

Publications span topics like vascularized cooling channels, hybrid thermal storage units, and battery aging models. His contributions address energy efficiency, material selection, and system integration across various scales—from micro-mixers to large-scale energy systems.