Mohammad Reza Herfatmanesh

Mohammad Reza Herfatmanesh is an Associate Professor in the School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Hertfordshire, serving as the Research Lead for the Advanced Powertrain and Energy Harvesting and Storage laboratories. He holds a BEng (Hons) and PhD from Brunel University London, and has been affiliated with the University of Hertfordshire since 2013, with prior post-doctoral experience at Brunel.

• Education:
  • BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering, Brunel University London
  • PhD in Internal Combustion Engines, Brunel University London

His research focuses on low carbon energy systems, particularly flywheel energy storage for automotive and grid applications, diesel combustion optimization, and CFD modeling for energy efficiency and environmental dispersion. Recent publications emphasize computational analysis, windage loss reduction, and sustainable transportation technologies.

Article trends highlight interdisciplinary work bridging Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Science, and Energy Systems, with a strong focus on CFD simulations, machine learning, and experimental validation.

Scientific Awards:

• EU Patent
• US Patent

His project leadership includes grants totaling over £1 million, with a flagship Innovate UK and APC project valued at £10 million. He has managed collaborations with industry partners and supervised KTP projects.

Laboratory affiliations include the Advanced Powertrain and Energy Harvesting and Storage groups, where he drives innovation in energy systems and sustainable engineering.