Satish C. Boregowda

Satish C. Boregowda is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Mechanical Engineering, Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. His work focuses on thermodynamics-based analysis of human physiological systems, energy systems engineering, and renewable energy integration. He is affiliated with Purdue's Mechanical Engineering department and maintains an office in POTR 322A.

Education & Professional Background: While specific educational details are not provided, his long-term research contributions since 1992 indicate advanced expertise in thermodynamics, biomedical engineering, and energy systems. His career spans over three decades with continuous publication activity.

Research Interests: Dr. Boregowda’s core research combines thermodynamics with human physiology, developing metrics like the Objective Stress Index (OSI) to quantify stress responses. His work also addresses energy security through renewable integration, entropy analysis in biological systems, and thermal comfort modeling. He applies constructal theory, fractional calculus, and finite element methods to model human thermal regulation and environmental interactions.

Publications Trends: His articles (1992–2025) show sustained focus on: 1) Thermodynamic modeling of human stress and thermal comfort, 2) Renewable energy grid integration strategies, and 3) Advanced computational methods for physiological systems. Recent works emphasize decarbonization pathways and energy policy implications.

Grants & Advising: No specific grants or advisees are listed in the provided data. His research likely involves collaborations with aerospace and environmental engineering groups given his work on thermal systems in microgravity and HVAC applications.

Labs & Teams: While no specific lab affiliations are mentioned, his research aligns with Purdue’s mechanical engineering initiatives in renewable energy, biomedical engineering, and thermal systems design.