外教人才

Brief Introduction： Dr. Dhyaa Kafagy is a mechanical and biomedical engineer with ~24 years of teaching experience, specializing in biomechanics, medical devices, and additive manufacturing. His research focuses on self-healing dental composites and cardiovascular devices. He is a Professional Engineer (PE) and Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional, with extensive experience in FEA and CFD simulations, bridging engineering and biomedical applications.

Brief Introduction： A certified Instructor and Program Coordinator with an MS in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Tech. Boasts 30+ years of military, industrial, and academic experience. Teaches Engineering Statics, Physics, and CAD at Atlanta Metropolitan State College. Director of MESA program, preparing STEM students for 4-year institutions. Certified Six Sigma Black Belt and eCore Faculty, with expertise in energy conservation and project management. Served as Nuclear Submarine Officer in the US Navy, managing technical divisions. Proficient in MATLAB and CAD software, integrating real-world military/industrial examples into teaching. Mentors students for MCAT physics and engineering competitions, emphasizing problem-solving and transferable skills.

Brief Introduction：  Dr. Sayed Mohammad Saghaian is a mechanical engineer with ~7 years of teaching experience, specializing in engineering mechanics, design, and manufacturing. His research involves shape memory alloys and advanced materials, with publications in journals like Acta Materialia. He has industry experience in automotive R&D, contributing to innovation in materials and concepts for vehicle design.

Brief Introduction： Dr. Quamrul H. Mazumder is a mechanical engineer with ~20 years of academic experience and industrial background in engineering management. His research focuses on erosion prediction in multiphase flows. He has authored books on higher education quality and engineering assessment, contributing to curriculum development and academic enhancement. He has held leadership roles in both academia and industry, bridging technical expertise with administrative skills.

Brief Introduction： A dedicated Visiting Assistant Professor with a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Toledo. Specializes in composite structures, origami-inspired foldcores, and impact resistance. Teaches Dynamics, Strength of Materials, and Fluid Mechanics at Cleveland State University. Led NSF-funded research on lightweight composite products, developing new core geometries for sandwich structures. Proficient in ANSYS, Comsol, and Python, with expertise in machine learning. Has 14+ years of teaching experience (Iran, USA), receiving "Outstanding Lecturer" awards. Translated engineering textbooks and managed Iran’s first glass fiber factory, blending academic and industrial skills. Focuses on project-based learning, preparing students for composite manufacturing and structural analysis careers.

Brief Introduction： A prominent Professor of Engineering Practice with a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan State University. Boasts 30+ years of industrial and academic experience (Ford, General Dynamics). Specializes in vehicle thermal management, CFD, and electrified vehicle systems. Teaches Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, and Thermal Systems at Kettering University and University of Michigan-Flint. Published 55+ refereed papers, chaired SAE technical sessions, and holds 4 invention disclosures. Certified DFSS Black Belt, achieving $3.7M in industrial savings. Led $1.4M+ in research grants, collaborating with Purdue, MIT, and industry partners. Combines deep technical expertise with curriculum development, driving ABET accreditation and e-learning initiatives.

Brief Introduction： Dr. Adrian Rodriguez is a mechanical engineer with ~11 years of teaching experience. He specializes in mechanics, dynamics, and thermodynamics, with a research focus on multibody system dynamics. He has taught at multiple institutions in Texas, contributing to undergraduate and graduate engineering education, and has published research on impact problems and dynamic simulations.

Brief Introduction： A distinguished Senior Lecturer with a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from New Jersey Institute of Technology. Holds 3 teaching awards (2013-2015) for excellence in online and in-person instruction. Teaches Dynamics, Thermodynamics, and CAD courses at NJIT and Stevens Institute of Technology. Specializes in gait rehabilitation systems, manufacturing, and pharmaceutical engineering. Owner of YAM For Advanced Systems LLC, providing engineering services to pharmaceutical and food industries. Proficient in Creo, SolidWorks, and ANSYS, with expertise in PLC programming and 3D printing. Publishes on rehabilitation robotics and machine design, blending academic rigor with industrial practice. Fluent in English and Arabic, with extensive experience mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.

Brief Introduction： Dr. Jorge A.J. Caeiro is an energy engineering expert with ~25 years of teaching experience across four continents. His research focuses on energy systems, thermal storage, and sustainable building design. He has developed curricula for energy-related courses, secured research grants, and published extensively on energy efficiency. He is proficient in interdisciplinary collaboration and has led international projects on smart energy use and solar desalination.

Brief Introduction： Dr. Fathia Arifi is a mechanical and aerospace engineer with over 24 years of teaching experience. She specializes in computational fluid dynamics and optimal control theory, with a strong background in aeronautical engineering education. She has taught undergraduate and graduate courses in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and mechanics, and has led research on encapsulated microbubble dynamics. Her work on low-emission combustors earned her a NASA award, and she has successfully transitioned to online teaching during her tenure.

Brief Introduction： Samuel Mbugua Nyambura, a Kenyan PhD candidate in Agricultural Mechanization Engineering at Nanjing Agricultural University, focuses on microwave co-pyrolysis and nano coatings. He has published 16 SCI papers (highest IF=12.1) and participated in China’s National Key R&D Program. With an internship in machining (2015), he holds HSK4 proficiency and has received multiple scholarships, including from CSC and Confucius Institute. Fluent in English, Chinese, and Swahili, he masters software like Aspen Plus and AutoCAD.

Brief Introduction： Dr. Sam Ghalambor, a Canadian mechanical engineer with a PhD from the University of Texas, has 15 years of teaching experience. He teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in thermal fluids, design, and mechanics at Sichuan University-Pittsburgh Institute and the University of Texas at Arlington. With rich industrial experience, he managed semiconductor equipment projects at UCT and GENUS, winning Lam Research’s Best Supplier Award. Skilled in simplifying complex engineering concepts, he contributes to curriculum development and student mentorship.