Josh Dudash

Josh Dudash is a battery energy storage subject matter expert specializing in lithium-ion systems, fire dynamics, and safety compliance. He has led and executed testing programs for UL 1973, UL 9540, and UL 9540A, including full-scale thermal runaway and fire propagation evaluations.

His background includes high-voltage battery system design, laboratory commissioning, chemical analysis for consumer product safety, and battery testing within both manufacturing and Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory environments. Josh has served as a technical lead for battery safety and fire behavior, advising on system design, test strategy, and risk mitigation for energy storage deployments ranging from cell-level evaluation to grid-scale installations.

Education

B.S. Mechanical Engineering
Penn State University, State College, PA

Publications

The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (January 17, 2018)
Impact of Precessing Vortex Core Dynamics on Shear Layer Response in a Swirling Jet