Farhad Zahedi-Hosseini

Dr Farhad Zahedi-Hosseini serves as a Senior Lecturer at the School of Science, Engineering & Environment, University of Salford, specializing in Computer Aided Design and Simulation modelling of Manufacturing Systems. He holds key administrative roles including Director of Industrial Placement (UK) for Aeronautical and Mechanical engineering students and previously served as Programme Leader for BEng/MEng Mechanical Engineering and MSc in Manufacturing Systems and Management.

His academic credentials include:

• PhD in Simulation Modelling and Optimization (2018)
• Master of Science in Computer Integrated Manufacturing (1983-1985)

Dr Zahedi-Hosseini's research focuses on process simulation and maintenance operations modelling, with expertise in developing optimization frameworks for joint maintenance-inventory systems in multi-line production environments. His work bridges theoretical simulation methodologies with practical industrial applications, emphasizing cost reduction through minimized downtime and optimized spare parts provisioning.

Analysis of his publications reveals consistent thematic development across 2013-2018, evolving from single-line production case studies to complex parallel and multi-line system optimizations. His research integrates delay-time failure concepts with inventory policy analysis, demonstrating increasing methodological sophistication in simulation modeling techniques.

He actively supervises PhD candidates in Maintenance, Simulation Modelling, and Maintenance Simulation Modelling, drawing on extensive industry collaboration experience. His academic leadership extends to curriculum development for mechanical engineering programs and industrial placement coordination.

As an affiliate of the Centre for Future Engineering, his work contributes to the university's strategic focus on advanced manufacturing technologies and sustainable production systems.