Shaaban Abdallah

Shaaban Abdallah is a Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering & Engineering Mechanics at the University of Cincinnati. His research focuses on fluid mechanics, computational fluid dynamics, and turbomachinery flow analysis. He has led or collaborated on federal and industry-funded projects, including studies on hybrid propulsion systems and wind turbine optimization. Notable grants include the $27.5M Ohio Department of Development project on propulsion systems (2008–2013) and multiple General Electric Aviation collaborations. His work spans aerodynamic design, turbulence modeling, and fluid-structure interaction, with over 50 peer-reviewed publications. Recent research includes advancements in Savonius wind turbine efficiency, supersonic flow simulation, and UAV propulsion systems.

Education details are not explicitly stated, but his career spans over four decades, with contributions to both academia and industry. He has advised on projects involving heart valve fluid dynamics, morphing UAVs, and micro-pump design. Key collaborations include partnerships with the Department of the Air Force and General Electric. His lab work includes developing novel compressor designs and exploring hybrid propulsion technologies.

Research interests are anchored in solving complex fluid dynamics problems with applications in aerospace and energy sectors. His recent publications (2019–2025) highlight innovations in numerical methods for incompressible flows, wind energy systems, and supersonic turbulence modeling.