Chunjian Pan

Purdue University West Lafayette

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About

Chunjian Pan is a researcher advancing thermal management and energy systems for extreme environments, with a focus on space habitats and cryogenics. His work centers on vapor-compression heat pump cycles, radiator performance under dust contamination, and sustainable cooling solutions for off-world applications. His most-cited paper, “Performance evaluation of a vapor-compression-cycle based heat pump system for a lunar habitat under the impact of dust deposits on the coupled radiators” (2022, 18 citations), provides critical insights into how lunar dust degrades radiator efficiency—a key challenge for long-duration missions. By modeling the interplay between dust accumulation and heat rejection, Pan’s research directly informs the design of robust thermal control systems for NASA’s Artemis program and future lunar outposts. Beyond this, his contributions extend to cryogenic fluid management and energy-efficient cooling cycles, bridging fundamental thermodynamics with practical aerospace engineering. With a growing citation record, Pan is establishing himself as a vital voice in space thermal systems, offering solutions that ensure equipment reliability and crew safety in the harshest environments. His work is essential reading for engineers tackling heat transfer in vacuum, low-gravity, and dusty conditions.

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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Performance evaluation of a vapor-compression-cycle based heat pump system for a lunar habitat under the impact of dust deposits on the coupled radiators
18 citations · 2022
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2022 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 2
🏛 Institutions: Purdue University West Lafayette

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