Sevak Tahmasian

Dr. Sevak Tahmasian is an Advanced Instructor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Virginia Tech's College of Engineering. His expertise lies in vibrational control systems, biomimetic robotics, and the dynamics of mechanical systems. He holds a Ph.D. in Engineering Mechanics from Virginia Tech (2015), and M.S. and B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Isfahan University of Technology (2001 and 1998). Dr. Tahmasian has received the Leader in Teaching Award twice (2019 and 2022) from Virginia Tech's Biomedical Engineering and Mechanics department.

His research focuses on advancing control strategies for mechanical systems using averaging methods, with applications in biomimetic systems like insect flight and swimming robots. Key areas include vibrational stabilization, drag-based propulsion, and optimization of dynamic systems. His work bridges mechanical engineering, robotics, and fluid dynamics to solve complex locomotion and control problems.

Notable research trends in his publications include:

• Development of vibrational control techniques for underactuated systems
• Analysis of biological systems (insects, flying snakes) to inform robotic designs
• Integration of higher-order averaging methods for enhanced system stability
• Optimization of drag-based swimmers and flapping mechanisms

His awards highlight his excellence in teaching engineering mechanics concepts. No information on grants or student advising is explicitly stated in the provided materials.