Lewis Romeo Hom
About Lewis Romeo Hom
Lewis Romeo Hom is a Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in battery systems at Kitty Hawk, where he has worked since 2012. He holds a Master of Science and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University and has experience in battery design and performance modeling.
Work at Kitty Hawk
Lewis Romeo Hom has been employed at Kitty Hawk as a Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in Battery Systems since 2012. His role involves the design and development of battery systems for electric vehicles. He has contributed to various projects focused on enhancing battery performance and safety. His expertise in thermal management system design is particularly relevant to the electric vehicle sector, where efficient battery operation is crucial.
Education and Expertise
Lewis Romeo Hom holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University, which he completed from 2010 to 2012. Prior to that, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the same institution between 2006 and 2010. His academic background has equipped him with a strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles, particularly in battery systems. He has expertise in cell state of charge (SOC) and state of health (SOH) estimation, as well as cell performance modeling.
Background
Lewis Romeo Hom began his career at Stanford University, where he held multiple positions, including Graduate Researcher and Battery Pack Designer. He worked as a Graduate Researcher from 2009 to 2012, contributing to various projects related to battery technology. Additionally, he served as a Battery Engineering Intern at Tesla in 2011 for three months, gaining practical experience in the field. His early experiences laid the groundwork for his current role in the battery systems sector.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Lewis Romeo Hom has conducted battery acceptance, safety, and reliability assessments. His work focuses on ensuring that battery systems meet stringent performance and safety standards. He has specialized in the design of thermal management systems for electric vehicle battery systems, which is critical for maintaining optimal battery performance under various operating conditions.