About
Omar Morad serves as a Doctoral Researcher within the Department of Energy and Mechanical Engineering at Aalto University, actively contributing to the Mechatronics research group. His work bridges marine engineering and biomedical applications through rigorous tribological investigations.
His research spans Tribology, Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, and Biomechanics, with emphases on:
- Marine thruster lip seal performance under operational stresses
- Condition-based monitoring methodologies for seal degradation
- Temperature and velocity effects on orthopaedic biomaterials
- Standardized testing protocols for joint implants
Publication analysis (2021-2026) reveals dual research thrusts: (1) Marine systems focus on lip seal behavior under hydrodynamic loads, with 2025-2026 studies establishing condition-monitoring frameworks; (2) Biomedical work examines UHMWPE/VEXLPE polymers against CoCr alloys, where 2021-2023 papers characterize lubricant-temperature interactions and simulator validation. Collaborative patterns show consistent partnerships with Raine Viitala and Vesa Saikko across both domains.
Morad operates within Aalto University's Mechatronics research ecosystem, utilizing advanced tribometers and hip simulators to address real-world engineering challenges in marine propulsion and orthopaedic device longevity.
