AmirHossein MajidiRad

AmirHossein MajidiRad is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology at Purdue University Northwest, joining in Spring 2025. His research focuses on quantifying human-robot interaction in physiotherapeutic and industrial applications, supported by NASA and the Mayo Clinic. He teaches courses such as Quality Assurance, Mechanics of Materials, and Robotics Engineering.

Education:

• Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, Wichita State University (2020)
• M.S. Mechanical Engineering, K.T. Toosi University of Technology (2015)
• B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad (2012)

Research Interests:

• Human-Robot Interaction (HRI) in healthcare and industrial settings
• Haptics for hand rehabilitation
• Biorobotics and biomechanics
• Human factors in manufacturing
• Exoskeleton design and analysis

Teaching & Advising: He has taught a wide range of courses and advised students in engineering technology fields. No specific advisees are listed.

Grants & Previous Roles: Previously at the University of North Florida, he secured internal/external grants and served on departmental, college, and university committees.

Contact:

• Office: Anderson Building 233, Hammond
• Email: amajidir@pnw.edu
• Phone: (219) 785-5337