Robert Pelton

Robert Pelton is the engineering manager of the design and development group at the Hanwha Power Systems Americas. He oversees the technical team responsible for new products development, including the aerodynamic, structural, and rotordynamic performance of multi-stage integrally geared compressors and supporting R&D topics. For the past several years he and his team have focused on the development of the core turbomachinery for super-critical CO2 power cycles. Prior to taking the position at Hanwha, Mr. Pelton worked at Concepts NREC on the aerodynamic design of a wide range of turbomachinery including radial compressors, pumps and turbines. He holds a B.S. and M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Brigham Young University.