معرفی
Ardalan Vahidi is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Clemson University, joining in 2005 after receiving his Ph.D. from the University of Michigan. His research focuses on optimal control, energy-efficient mobility, connected and automated vehicles, and human bioenergetics during exercise.
Education:
- Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, 2005
- M.Sc. Transportation Safety, George Washington University, 2001
- M.Sc. Structural Engineering, Sharif University of Technology, 1998
- B.Sc. Civil Engineering, Sharif University of Technology, 1996
Research Interests:
His work integrates control theory with transportation systems to reduce energy use and emissions. He explores eco-driving algorithms, vehicle connectivity, and human factors in cycling performance, leveraging both modeling and extensive vehicle-in-the-loop experimentation.
Publications Trend:
Recent articles emphasize validated experiments on energy-efficient automated driving, cyclist fatigue modeling, and cooperative control strategies, demonstrating a shift toward cyber-physical validation and interdisciplinary sports science applications.
Scientific Awards:
- Best Paper Award, Road User Measurement and Evaluation Committee, TRB 2024
- 2nd Best Paper Award, IEEE International Automated Vehicle Validation Conference 2023
- ASME Automotive and Transportation Systems Best Paper Award 2020 & 2018
- IFAC Young Author Award 2019
Advising & Grants:
He mentors numerous graduate researchers and postdocs; prospective students are directed to an online form for open positions. His research has been supported by NSF, DOE, DOT, and industry partners, although specific grant details are not listed here.
Labs & Teams:
He leads the Clemson Vehicle & Energy Systems Laboratory, conducting vehicle-in-the-loop experiments and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams across mechanical engineering, transportation, and sports science.
