Carlos A. Michelén Ströfer
About Carlos A. Michelén Ströfer
Carlos A. Michelén Ströfer is a Marine Renewable Energy Researcher at Sandia National Laboratories with extensive experience in fluid dynamics, engineering, and coding, particularly in ocean environments.
Current Role at Sandia National Laboratories
Carlos A. Michelén Ströfer currently holds the position of Marine Renewable Energy Researcher at Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He has been in this role since 2021. His work focuses on integrating complex mathematics into engineering solutions, with a specific emphasis on marine renewable energy. This role involves extensive research combining fluid dynamics and renewable energy solutions.
Past Experience at Sandia National Laboratories
Apart from his current role, Carlos A. Michelén Ströfer has an extensive history with Sandia National Laboratories. He previously worked as a Researcher from 2013 to 2016, where he engaged in various research projects likely involving fluid dynamics and engineering in marine contexts. He also interned at Sandia in 2013, gaining initial exposure to the field of marine renewable energy.
Educational Background
Carlos A. Michelén Ströfer holds a Ph.D. in Aerospace and Ocean Engineering from Virginia Tech, which he earned over five years from 2016 to 2021. He also secured an M.S. in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering from the University of Michigan, where he completed his undergraduate studies as well, earning a B.S. in Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering. His educational background laid a strong foundation for his expertise in marine renewable energy.
Previous Roles and Internships
Before his current role, Carlos A. Michelén Ströfer served in various positions related to engineering and marine science. Notably, he was a Summer Intern at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory in 2019, a Mentor at the University of New Mexico School of Engineering from 2015 to 2016, and a College Math Literacy Worker at The Young People's Project, Inc from 2011 to 2012. He also gained practical experience as a Summer Intern at CIRAMAR Shipyards in 2008 and participated as a student in the Sea Education Association's SEA Semester program in 2010.
Research Interests
Carlos A. Michelén Ströfer's research interests lie at the intersection of fluid dynamics, engineering, and coding, with a particular focus on ocean environments. His passion for integrating complex mathematics into engineering solutions finds application in the development of marine renewable energy systems. His work aims to advance the understanding and implementation of renewable energy solutions in marine settings.