Resume

Address: Tehran, Iran
Phone (Mobile): +989124984857, Phone (Landline): +982144734532, Skype: aminima68
Email (Academic): amin.zamani@srbiau.ac.ir, Email (General): zamani.amin.ac@gmail.com  , amin-zamani@outlook.com
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• Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Applied Design), Dynamics, Control, and Vibrations
  Islamic Azad University of Sciences and Research, Tehran, Iran
  Expected Graduation: June 2025
  GPA: 15/20 ( 3.0–3.2/4.0 as per WES and linear scaling)
  Thesis Title: Effect of Graphene Nanoplatelets Utilization in Symmetric Layers on Flexural Properties and Interfacial Adhesion of GLARE

University Ranking: Ranked 2nd in Iran and 374th globally according to U.S.News rankings. Azad University of Sciences and Research is regarded as the best and most prestigious branch among all branches of Azad University in Iran.

* Research Scholarship (Tuition Waiver) granted due to research contributions at Mechatronics Research Laboratory (MRL) during undergraduate studies.

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Applied Design)
  Islamic Azad University of Qazvin, Iran
  Graduation Date: June 2014
  GPA: 12.56/20 (equivalent to approx. 2.2–2.56/4.0 as per WES and linear scaling)
  Thesis Title: Design and Development of Sayna Solar-Powered UAV and Optimization of Autonomous Control System with MPPT Consideration for Extended Flight Endurance in Iran's Geographical Conditions

University Ranking: Ranked 2nd in Iran and 374th globally according to U.S.News rankings. Azad University of Qazvin is considered the Mechatronics hub of Iran and one of the top-performing branches of Azad University.

* Awarded a Full Research Scholarship by the Mechatronics Research Laboratory (MRL) for contributions to the design and development of UAVs, covering full tuition fees.

• Standardized Test Scores:

  • GRE: Quantitative: 170/170, Verbal: 158/170, Analytical Writing: 4.0

  • TOEFL iBT: Total Score: 96/120 (Reading: 28/30, Listening: 30/30, Speaking: 15/30, Writing: 23/30)

Note: "GPA conversion considers the rigorous grading system in Iranian universities, which are typically more challenging than international standards, with top-performing students often scoring lower compared to global benchmarks."

• Diploma of Honor and Bronze Medal, Inventions Geneva (Salon International des Inventions) for the Solar-Powered Unmanned Drone Project, April 4, 2014.

•  Third Fastest Lap Award – Formula Sun Grand Prix 2014, powered by Austin Energy, #73 Qazvin Islamic Azad University HAVIN, Circuit of the Americas, USA (July 14–19, 2014).

•  IranOpen RoboCup 2011 – 1st Place in Humanoid League (Adult Size), awarded to Amin Zamani, representing MRL (Mechatronics Research Laboratory), Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran (April 7–9, 2011).

•  World Solar Challenge 2011 – Completion of the overland crossing of Australia (Darwin to Adelaide) in the Veolia World Solar Challenge (October 16–23, 2011).

• Second Place in the Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Competition, Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, as the Mechanical Team Leader of AFAR2 Team, 2012

• Best Proposal Award in the Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Competition, Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, as the Team Leader and Main Innovator of the Solar-Powered UAV Project in SAYNA Team, 2012

• Ranked 17th Nationwide in the Iran's University Entrance Exam for Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (Dynamics, Control, and Vibrations), April 2018
  Associated with Islamic Azad University of SRBIAU, Tehran

• First Place in the Find Idea Competition (Design of Solar-Powered Unmanned Drone for Emergency Relief in Disasters), October 2013
  Issued by Islamic Azad University of Qazvin

• Second Place in the Gravity Challenge (Egg Drop Competition), Mechanical Engineering Association, Azad University of Qazvin, November 2008

• First Place in National Essay Writing Competition – High School, Awarded Gold Medal for achieving 1st place in the National Essay Writing Competition during high school, 2004

• Selected for National Geometry Olympiad (2 out of 3 stages) – High School, Selected among the top 20 finalists in the National Geometry Olympiad. Narrowly missed qualification for the International Geometry Olympiad after reaching the final selection stage,2004

• Dynamics and Control of Mechanical Systems

• Vibration Analysis

• Fiber-Metal Laminates (GLARE)

• Advanced Composites and Nanomaterials

• Shape Memory Alloys

• Computational Mechanics

• UAV Design & Aerodynamics

Citations: Based on the Google Scholar report, Citations: 53, H-index: 3, i10-index: 2 for all publications.

Published Articles

1. Hosseini Abbandanak, S. N., Abdollahi Azghan, M., Zamani, A., Fallahnejad, M., Eslami-Farsani, R., & Siadati, H. (2022). Effect of graphene on the interfacial and mechanical properties of hybrid glass/Kevlar fiber metal laminates. Journal of Industrial Textiles, 51(2_suppl), 2576S-2593S. SAGE Publications. https://doi.org/10.1177/1528083720932222 Cited by: 28

2. Eslami-Farsani, R., Mohaseb Karimlou, M. R., Saeedi, A., & Zamani, A. (2019). Effect of shape memory alloy wires on the buckling behavior of fiber metal laminates. Fibers and Polymers, 20, 1690-1695. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12221-019-1093-0 Cited by: 13

3. Yahyavi, M., Behnia, S., & Zamani, A. (2020). Suppressing chaotic oscillations of a spherical cavitation bubble by slave-master feedback. Advanced Journal of Science and Engineering, 1(2), 40-47. https://doi.org/10.22034/AJSE.2012040 Cited by: 3

4. Abdollahi Azghan, M., Fallahnejad, M., Zamani, A., & Eslami-Farsani, R. (2020). Investigation of the flexural behavior of fiber metal laminates containing glass and Kevlar fibers subjected to thermal cycling. Journal of Science and Technology of Composites, 7(3), 981-988. Iran University of Science and Technology. https://doi.org/10.22068/jstc.2019.109800.1561 Cited by: 7

Conference Papers

5.       Yahyavi, M., Behnia, S., & Zamani, A. (2012). A novel method for controlling intermittency in logistic map. 19th Spring Physics Conference (IPM).

6.     Yahyavi, M., Behnia, S., & Zamani, A. (2012). Effect of additive noise signals on the hierarchy of chaotic maps. The Physics Society of Iran, Yazd.

7.     Yahyavi, M., Behnia, S., & Zamani, A. (2011). Introducing a new type of intermittency. 18th Spring Physics Conference (IPM).

Articles Under Review or in Progress

8.     Ramezani Parsa, A., Eslami-Farsani, R., Zamani, A., & Mohaseb Karimlou, M. R. (2024). "The effect of shape memory alloy wire on the low-velocity impact behavior of fiber metal laminates." Submitted for publication.

9.     Fallahnejad, M., Zamani, A., Abdollahi Azghan, M., & Eslami-Farsani, R. (2024). "Effects of thermal cycling on the flexural and impact behavior of aluminum-epoxy/Kevlar-glass fibers." Submitted for under review in Fibers and Polymers.

10.  Zamani, A., Alinia Ziazi, A., & Eslami-Farsani, R. (2024). "Effect of graphene nanoplatelets utilization in symmetric layers on flexural properties and interfacial adhesion of GLARE." Submitted for publication.

11.  Zamani, A., Alinia Ziazi, A., Eslami-Farsani, R., & Fallahnejad, M. (2024). "Investigation and simulation of ballistic impact and repeated impact on fiber/metal composites containing unidirectional glass fibers and triaxial Kevlar." In progress.

 Invited Peer Reviewer for the journal Experimental Mechanics, published by Springer, in the field of dynamic characterization and modeling of Squeeze Film Damping effects in MEMS accelerometers

(Impact Factor: 2.808, H-index: 102, Q2), November 2024.

Tehran, Iran  

2018 –

K.N. Toosi University of Technology - Center for Composite Research

Supervisor: Dr. Reza Eslami-Farsani

•         Conducted advanced research on composite materials and fiber-metal laminates.

•         Published multiple peer-reviewed journal articles on material properties and innovative engineering solutions.

•         Developed experimental setups for ballistic and flexural tests and analyzed data for validation.

Qazvin, Iran

2013 –2014

Islamic Azad University, Qazvin Branch - Mechatronics Research Laboratory (MRL)

•         Designed and developed the SAYNA solar-powered UAV for extended flight endurance, integrating MPPT algorithms for energy optimization.

•         Led structural and aerodynamic testing and analysis under real-world conditions.

•         Led mechanical and aerodynamic design teams for UAV and solar vehicle projects, optimizing structural and flight performance.

•         Member of the HAVIN Solar Vehicle Team; contributed to mechanical design, fabrication, and structural component development.

•         Completed practical training and obtained an internship certificate in automotive mechanics and renewable energy technologies.

Tehran, Iran

2007 –2012

Islamic Azad University, Tehran South Branch - Research Center

Researcher (UAVs & Solar Vehicles)

•         Earned a Laboratory Certificate under the supervision of Dr. Farivar Fazelpour as part of the SAYNA UAV Development Team.

•         Focused on the design, construction, flight testing, and evaluation of solar-powered UAVs.

•         Designed and optimized solar cell arrays for maximum energy efficiency.

•         Developed project timelines and managed technical workflows.

•         Contributed to aerodynamic design, prototyping, and iterative testing.

•         Supported Dr. Nasim Fazeli in teaching Technical Drawing 1 & 2; guided students and supervised laboratory sessions.

•         Established the SAYNA UAV team; directed design, prototyping, and testing phases.

•         Supervised multidisciplinary collaborations, enhancing UAV aerodynamics and control systems.

Tehran, Iran

2014 –

GTC Engineering Group

Technical and Design Specialist

•         Design and fabrication of a go-kart vehicle

•         Design and fabrication of a motorcycle gaming simulator

•         Design and fabrication of a skiing gaming simulator

Tehran, Iran

2015 – 2018

PetroAUS (Australian Oil Company) & Petroleum Experts Ltd. (PetEx, Edinburgh, UK)

Technical and Sales Representative in Iran (Based in Tehran)

•         Upstream Oil Projects: Technical Consultancy, Calculation, and Execution Oil Industry Software Development

Tehran, Iran

2009 – 2015

PetroMechanic Middle East Co.

Technical Specialist

•   High-Pressure Pump Representation for the Oil Industry

   Computer Skills:

1.   Engineering Software: MATLAB (Simulink), ABAQUS, COMSOL, CATIA, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, ANSYS.

2.     Programming Languages: C, C++, Python, MATLAB.

3.     Other Software: AAA, Digital Datcom, Photoshop, MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word.

• Language Skills: Persian (Native), Azerbaijani (Fluent), Turkish (Intermediate), English (TOEFL IBT Home Edition: Total Score: 96/120 - Reading: 28/30, Listening: 30/30, Speaking: 15/30, Writing: 23/30).

• Soft Skills: Teamwork & Collaboration, Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking, Time Management, Communication & Presentation Skills, Adaptability & Learning Agility, Leadership & Project Management, Creative & Innovative Thinking.

•   Member, Iranian Society of Mechanical Engineering (ISME), Since 2008

• Member, Scientific Association of Mechanical Engineering, Azad University of Science and Research (SAME-AUSR), 2016 (Secretary of the Association)

• Member, Scientific Association of Mechanical Engineering, Azad University of Tehran South (SAME-AUTS), 2010 (Editor-in-Chief of the Journal)

• Member, Scientific Association of Mechanical Engineering, Azad University of Qazvin (SAME-AUQ), 2008 (Association Inspector)

•  Regular Blood Donation (2007–Present)
  Actively contributing to community health by consistently donating blood since 2007, supporting medical treatments and emergency care.

• On-Site Volunteer Construction Work in Underserved Areas (2016)
  Personally traveled to Chal Abza village, Izeh, Khuzestan, Iran, as part of a national elite volunteer initiative. Directly participated in the construction of essential infrastructure, including a school, public bath, restrooms, and a health clinic. Provided all services free of charge to support residents of this underserved and hard-to-reach area.

• Volunteer Relief Work in Kermanshah Earthquake (2017)
  Traveled to Kermanshah, Iran, following the devastating earthquake in 2017. Actively assisted in re-establishing urban electrical systems, providing critical support to the affected community. All efforts were voluntary and conducted without financial compensation.

Science, Writing and Composing Persian Poetry, DIY, Mountaineering, Camping, Riding bike, Music, Cooking, Volunteering (STEM Outreach), Gym, Gardening, Football, Swimming.

Permission granted before contact.

1. Dr. Reza Eslami-Farsani

Professor at K. N. Toosi University of Technology, Tehran, Iran.

Head of Mechanical Engineering Department

eslami@kntu.ac.ir

2. Dr. Alireza Khodayari

Professor at IAU-Central Tehran Branch, Iran.

Duty of the Secretary of the Iranian Mechanical Engineering Association

khodayari@pardisiau.ac.ir

ar.khodayari@isme.ir

arkhodayari@dena.kntu.ac.ir

3. Dr. Ali Alinia-Ziazi

Assistant professor at IAU-SR Tehran Branch, Iran.

Head of Mechanical Engineering Department

Ali_alinia@srbiau.ac.ir

4. Dr. Mohammad Yahyavi

Senior Research fellow at NTU University, Singapore.

mohammad.yahyavi@ntu.edu.sg

5. Dr. Sohrab Behnia

Professor of Physics, Urmia University of Technology, Iran.

s.behnia@sci.uut.ac.ir