Dr. Ibrahim Karaman

Education

Research funding and development of alternative energy technologies

Current turbine materials that begin to melt at around 2400 degrees Fahrenheit, insufficient for hydrogen combustion applications.

Tailored coatings applied to RHEA substrates to enhance resistance to oxidation and moisture in hydrogen-fired turbine environments.

Protective coatings designed to insulate turbine materials from extreme temperatures in hydrogen combustion environments.

Texas

United States

An ARPA-E initiative funding the development of materials systems for hydrogen-fired gas turbines, specifically focusing on refractory high-entropy alloys that can withstand extreme temperatures and moisture conditions.