Rajavasanth Rajasegar

Rajavasanth Rajasegar is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Colorado School of Mines. He holds a Ph.D. (2018) and M.S. (2013) from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

• Education: MS (2013), PhD (2018) in Mechanical Science and Engineering
• Research Focus: Low greenhouse gas (GHG) fuels for in-cylinder combustion, with emphasis on optical diagnostics and computational modeling.
• Contact: CoorsTek 205 | 303-384-2167 | rajavasanth.rajasegar@mines.edu

Rajasegar's research explores advanced combustion technologies using low-carbon fuels like hydrogen and natural gas. His work involves optical diagnostics in heavy-duty engines to study flame dynamics, ignition processes, and emission control mechanisms. He investigates pre-chamber systems, EGR dilution, and multiple injection strategies to enhance combustion efficiency and reduce environmental impact.

His recent publications focus on hydrogen-enriched combustion, dual-fuel engines, and soot thermometry techniques. Studies include computational analysis of flame initiation, LES simulations, and experimental characterization of ignition dynamics in optical engines.