Artyukh Oleksandr Mykolayovych is Head of the Department of Automobiles, Heat Engines and Hybrid Power Plants at Zaporizhia Polytechnic National University's Faculty of Transport. He holds the academic title of Associate Professor (docent) and has been active at the university since 2003. He is also a member of multiple academic councils and serves as guarantor for the master's educational program "Wheeled and tracked vehicles." Education: Zaporizhia National Technical University, Transport (1998), specialty 8.090211 "Wheeled and tracked vehicles", qualification "mechanical engineer" Postgraduate studies at National Scientific Center "Institute of Mechanization and Electrification of Agriculture" (1999-2002), specialty 05.05.11 "Machines and means of mechanization of agricultural production" Candidate of Technical Sciences (2002) Professor Artyukh's research focuses on automotive engineering, with particular emphasis on hydrogen technologies in road transport, optimization of vehicle smoothness and vibration reduction, and modeling of work processes for special purpose off-road vehicles. His work bridges theoretical research with practical applications in automotive design, diagnostics, and energy systems. He has made significant contributions to understanding vehicle dynamics, particularly in steering geometry and amphibious vehicle design. His recent publications show a clear trend toward sustainable transportation solutions, with increasing focus on hydrogen technologies, electric vehicle integration, and eco-friendly engine improvements. His research spans traditional automotive engineering while adapting to modern challenges like wartime educational constraints and the need for more environmentally friendly transportation systems. Professor Artyukh is actively involved in academic governance as a member of multiple councils and has participated in numerous international collaborations and internships, including recent training in Poland. He has supervised the development of numerous educational materials and has been instrumental in adapting technical education during challenging circumstances.









