Professor at American University of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
A distinguished academic and professional, the individual is currently a professor and researcher in the Mechanical Engineering Department. With an extensive background in microfluidics, heat transfer, and thermal management, their leadership in High-Performance Computing (HPC) and mentoring graduate students highlights their passion for innovation. A dedicated educator, they have successfully guided numerous Ph.D. and M.S. candidates, emphasizing interdisciplinary research. Their extensive managerial experience in organizing global forums and conferences speaks to their leadership and organizational acumen.
Publication Profile
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Education🎓
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from University of Cincinnati, USA (2003) – Focused on Microfluid Flow & Heat Transfer and MEMS. M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Jordan University of Science and Technology, Jordan (1999) – Specializing in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Energy. B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from Jordan University of Science and Technology, Jordan (1997) – Concentrating on Fluid Dynamics, Thermal Science, and Energy Conversion. 📚🧑🎓
Experience💼
Lead of HPC Lab, Mechanical Engineering Department (2022-2024). Graduate Studies Coordinator, American University of Sharjah (AUS) (2016-2022). Graduate Studies Coordinator, UAEU (2015-2016). Program Chair, IRECGA’14 at UAEU (2013-2014). Lead Project Engineer, GE (2005-2007) – Led projects totaling $2M ASME Student Advisor and Course Coordinator at UAEU (2008-2013).
Awards and Honors🏆
Recognition for Outstanding Research in Thermal Management at UAEU. Best Paper Award at IRECGA Conference 2012. Distinguished Service Award for contributions to ASME student chapters. Excellence in Supervision – Outstanding mentoring of M.S. and Ph.D. students. Leadership Recognition at Dubai Global Energy Forum.
Research Focus🔬
Thermal Management in applications like solar energy and intermittent applications. Innovative design of heat pipes, phase change materials, and metal foam. Microfluidics and MEMS for advanced energy systems. Nondestructive testing using eddy current thermography. Energy conversion and methane/hydrogen transportation modeling.
Analysis of a Solar Chimney Power Plant in the Arabian Gulf Region (2011) – Published in Renewable Energy, this work focuses on assessing the viability of solar chimney power plants in the Arabian Gulf, a critical region for renewable energy studies. 🌞🌍
Experimental Study of Vortex Tube Energy Separation under Different Tube Design (2018) – Published in Experimental Thermal and Fluid Science, it examines the energy separation performance of vortex tubes based on different tube designs, contributing to better energy utilization in cooling systems. 🌀⚡
Hydrogen Supplement Co-Combustion with Diesel in Compression Ignition Engines (2015) – This study, published in Renewable Energy, investigates the performance of compression ignition engines fueled by a hydrogen-diesel blend, promoting eco-friendly combustion methods. 🚗💨
Analysis of Solar Chimney Power Plant Utilizing Chimney Discrete Model (2013) – Published in Renewable Energy, this paper models solar chimney power plants for better energy efficiency and sustainable energy generation. 🌞🏭
Loop Heat Pipe (LHP) Development by Utilizing Coherent Porous Silicon (CPS) Wicks (2002) – The paper discusses the development of loop heat pipes (LHP) using advanced CPS wick materials for improved thermal performance in various aerospace applications. 🚀❄️
On Forced Convection in Channels Partially Filled with Porous Substrates (2002) – Published in Heat and Mass Transfer, this research examines the impact of porous substrates on forced convection, offering insights into fluid dynamics and heat transfer enhancement. 🌬️🔬
Experimental Investigation of Dual Engine Performance Using Variable LPG Composition Fuel (2013) – This study, published in Renewable Energy, evaluates the performance of engines running on LPG and its impact on efficiency and emissions. 🔋💡
Comparative Effectiveness of Different Phase Change Materials to Improve Cooling Performance of Heat Sinks for Electronic Devices (2016) – Published in Applied Sciences, this paper investigates various phase change materials (PCMs) for improving the cooling performance of heat sinks, crucial for electronic devices’ longevity. 🖥️❄️
Review of Hydrogen-Gasoline SI Dual Fuel Engines: Engine Performance and Emission (2023) – A comprehensive review published in Energy Reports that discusses the performance and emission characteristics of hydrogen-gasoline dual fuel engines. 🛠️⚡
Conclusion
The candidate’s background, leadership skills, and significant contributions to both academia and industry make them a strong contender for the Best Researcher Award. Their impressive educational credentials, coupled with extensive managerial roles and supervision of high-caliber research, establish them as a well-rounded leader in their field. With a bit more focus on interdisciplinary collaboration and increasing their publication impact, they are poised to further shape the future of mechanical engineering research in thermal management and fluid dynamics. Their work holds great potential for advancing technologies that influence critical areas such as energy efficiency, sustainability, and innovation in heat transfer systems.