Saman Rashidi

Dr. Saman Rashidi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at Semnan University. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Ferdowsi University of Mashhad (2017), and his research focuses on solar thermal systems, energy/exergy analysis, heat transfer in porous media, and renewable energy applications. His work includes experimental and numerical studies on desalination systems, thermal energy storage, and battery thermal management.

Education

• Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, Semnan University (2009)
• Master's in Mechanical Engineering (Energy Conversion), Semnan University (2012)
• PhD in Mechanical Engineering (Energy Conversion), Ferdowsi University of Mashhad (2017)

Research Interests

Dr. Rashidi's research emphasizes advancing sustainable energy technologies, including solar desalination, thermal energy storage using phase change materials, and optimizing thermal systems for efficiency. He has extensively studied porous media applications in solar systems and battery cooling solutions. His work bridges experimental and computational methods, addressing challenges in energy conversion and storage.

Grants & Advising

He has supervised numerous graduate students and contributes to interdisciplinary projects on renewable energy systems. His research has led to collaborations with institutions in Taiwan and China, focusing on thermal management and desalination innovations.

Labs & Teams

His team works on developing advanced heat exchangers, solar collectors, and energy harvesting devices. Key projects include optimizing parabolic dish collectors and integrating nano-enhanced materials for improved thermal performance.