Jens Fridh

Jens Fridh is an Associate Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, affiliated with the Unit of Heat and Power Technology within the Digital Futures Faculty. His research focuses on experimental studies of aerodynamics, aeromechanics, and heat transfer in turbomachinery and rocket engines. Key areas include cavity purge flows in turbines, rocket nozzle cooling using methane, and waste heat recovery systems. He is part of the Turbomachinery & Propulsion research group and actively collaborates with industry through governmental research programs like the Swedish Energy Agency and Swedish Space Agency.

His work emphasizes combining experimental and numerical methods to advance propulsion and energy technologies. Recent projects explore acoustic modes in open box cavities, centrifugal compressor performance, and organic Rankine cycle systems for heavy-duty truck waste heat recovery. He has presented at top conferences such as ASME Turbo Expo and the European Turbomachinery Conference.

Jens teaches courses like Aircraft Propulsion, Applied Heat and Power Technology, and Renewable Energy Technology, integrating research insights into education. His lab facilities include modular wind tunnels and rocket nozzle testing setups, supporting both academic and industrial innovation.