Shean Huff
About Shean Huff
Shean Huff is a Research Staff member at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2000. He specializes in engine performance and has contributed to various research initiatives, including advanced energy storage systems and vehicle communication technologies.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Shean Huff has been a Research Staff member at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) since 2000. In this role, he oversees the operation of the ORNL Vehicle Research Laboratory. His work supports various programs, including research on high octane intermediate ethanol fuels and the evaluation of advanced energy storage system technology. Huff is also involved in the development of ORNL's V2X Communications, Computations, and Validation Testbed, contributing to innovative solutions in vehicle technology.
Education and Expertise
Shean Huff holds both a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. He completed his Bachelor's degree from 1987 to 1992 and his Master's degree in 1993. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his extensive work in engine performance and electronic controls, particularly in the context of internal combustion engines.
Background in Automotive Engineering
Prior to his tenure at ORNL, Shean Huff worked at FCA Fiat Chrysler Automobiles as an Engine Performance and Systems Development Engineer from 1993 to 2000. During this time, he contributed to various projects focused on engine performance and emissions. His experience at FCA laid the groundwork for his later research and development efforts at ORNL.
Research Contributions and Patents
Shean Huff has made significant contributions to the field of internal combustion engine technology, holding 19 US patents related to electronic controls. His research includes the design and implementation of lean NOx trap regeneration and desulfation algorithms, which involve in-cylinder fuel control for hydrogen generation. Huff's work supports the US Department of Energy and aligns with the US Energy Independence and Security Act legislation.
Leadership in Engine Control Systems
At Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Shean Huff led the development of the Fuels, Engines and Emissions Research Center’s first rapid prototype engine controls system. This initiative demonstrates his leadership in advancing engine control technologies and his commitment to improving engine performance and emissions standards.