Assistant Professor | National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology | Taiwan
Dr. Ke-Wei Lin is an Assistant Professor at the National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, specializing in hydrogen energy systems, fuel cells, and clean transportation technologies. He holds a Ph.D. in System and Naval Mechatronic Engineering, as well as M.S. and B.S. degrees in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, all from National Cheng Kung University. Dr. Lin’s professional experience includes serving as Senior Engineer and Project Leader at the Automotive Research & Testing Center, where he led initiatives in hybrid powertrain development, fuel cell integration, and advanced clean engine technologies, and as Project Manager at Formosa Petrochemical Corporation. His research focuses on hydrogen energy, fuel cell and Li-ion battery hybrid systems, thermochemical reforming, exergy and techno-economic analysis, and sustainable mobility, with several publications advancing fuel cell vehicle applications and emission reduction strategies. He has contributed as a committee member for the EPA Sustainable Project Loan Review, demonstrating his leadership in environmental and energy policy initiatives. Dr. Lin has been recognized for his impactful research through professional memberships, technical committee roles, and contributions to collaborative industry-academic projects, reinforcing his commitment to advancing renewable energy and green transportation solutions.
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Featured Publications
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Lin K.W.*, Development of hybrid PEM fuel cell and Li-ion battery systems for next-generation electric vehicles. Int. J. Hydrogen Energy, 2024, Accepted.
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Lin K.W.*, Wu H.T., Chen C.Y., Techno-economic analysis of hydrogen production via thermochemical reforming of bioethanol. Energy Convers. Manag., 2023, 297, 117454.
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Lin K.W.*, Yang M.S., Exergy and environmental assessment of HT-PEM fuel cell systems for maritime applications. Appl. Energy, 2023, 341, 121052.
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Lin K.W.*, Liu P.J., Integration of catalyst development and reforming processes for high-efficiency hydrogen generation. Fuel Process. Technol., 2022, 234, 107339.
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Lin K.W.*, Chen S.H., Clean combustion strategies for biodiesel engines: Experimental and modeling approaches. Renew. Energy, 2021, 180, 890–902.