Seyed M. Hashemi

Dr. Seyed M. Hashemi is a Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at Toronto Metropolitan University. He earned his BSc from Sharif University of Technology (1990), DEA from Université de Lille I (1992), and PhD from Laval University (1998). A licensed Professional Engineer (PEng), he specializes in structural dynamics, vibrations, and mesh-reduction methods.

• Key research areas: Finite Element Method, composite structures, additive manufacturing, morphing wings
• Notable contributions: Advisor for Toronto Metropolitan University’s International Hyperloop Team (2015–2017), led award-winning research in dynamic modeling

Scientific Awards:

• 2016 SpaceX Subsystem Innovation Award (as Hyperloop team advisor)

His recent publications focus on computational mechanics, delamination analysis, and aerospace design optimization. He actively mentors graduate students, providing close academic guidance.

Labs & Research Groups:

• Dynamic Finite Element (DFE) Research Group
• Advanced Non-Contact Vibrometry Laboratory (ANCVL)