Aretakis Nikolaos

Aretakis Nikolaos is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), affiliated with the School of Mechanical Engineering and the Section of Fluids. His research focuses on engine monitoring, fault diagnosis for turbomachines, and performance modeling of gas and steam turbines, with applications in aerospace, marine, and power generation systems.

• Education:
  • PhD in Mechanical Engineering (2000), NTUA
  • BSc in Mechanical Engineering (1994), NTUA

His expertise spans experimental techniques in turbomachines, vibration analysis, and techno-economic power plant assessments. Recent research trends include machine learning integration for turbofan diagnostics, alternative fuel modeling, and multi-disciplinary aero-engine design optimization.

• Scientific Awards:
  • 2012 Best Paper Award, Cycle Innovations Committee of IGTI/ASME
  • 2002 Best Paper Award, Controls and Diagnostics Committee of IGTI/ASME

At NTUA, he teaches undergraduate courses on jet propulsion and gas turbine diagnostics, and postgraduate courses on thermal machines. He serves as Deputy Representative in the Library Senate Committee and coordinates Erasmus programs for international students.