Jon G. Pharoah

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Jon G. Pharoah is a leading researcher in the application of micro fuel cell technology to mobile robotics and mechatronics education. His primary research areas include polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cell systems, power system integration, and the development of hands-on engineering curricula. Pharoah’s most notable contributions center on the design and evaluation of hydrogen-fuelled micro fuel cell power supplies for mobile robots, demonstrating a practical alternative to conventional lead acid batteries. His work, particularly in the 2006 papers "Design and evaluation of a micro-fuel-cell-based power system for a mobile robot" and "Evaluation of a micro fuel cell as applied to a mobile robot," has garnered 27 and 23 citations respectively, reflecting its influence in both sustainable energy and robotics. By converting an undergraduate mechatronics robot to a PEM fuel cell system, Pharoah not only advanced clean energy integration but also created a powerful teaching tool, bridging theoretical fuel cell design with real-world performance testing. His research underscores a commitment to innovative, applied engineering education and sustainable power solutions.