Mitchell Spearrin, Ph.D.
Regular biography
Mitchell Spearrin, Ph.D., is a Professor at the University of California, Los Angeles, in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. His research focuses on spectroscopy and gas dynamics, with an emphasis on advanced optical sensors such as laser absorption and fluorescence. These techniques are applied to experimental studies in propulsion, energy systems, and reacting flow fields. Dr. Spearrin's work includes notable publications and a 2017 NSF CAREER Award for his research on compressive laser absorption spectroscopy for supercritical combustion studies. His contact information is available at spearrin@ucla.edu, and his lab website provides further details on his research and activities.
Scholar-generated biography
Raymond Mitchell Spearrin is a professor at the University of California Los Angeles, specializing in spectroscopy, sensors, gas dynamics, energy conversion, and propulsion. His research focuses on developing advanced optical diagnostic tools for combustion and high-temperature gas analysis. Spearrin's work includes infrared laser-absorption sensing, quantum cascade laser absorption spectroscopy, and wavelength-modulation spectroscopy for measuring temperature, CO, CO2, and H2O in combustion environments. He has also explored tomographic laser absorption imaging and compact optical probes for flame diagnostics. His research contributes to understanding and optimizing energy conversion systems and propulsion technologies.