Hassan Afshari | Mechanical Engineering | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Hassan Afshari | Mechanical Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Assistant Professor | Islamic Azad University | Iran

Dr. Hassan Afshari is a mechanical engineering researcher specializing in vibration, aeroelasticity, plates and shells, rotor dynamics, and advanced composite and nanocomposite structures. His research emphasizes analytical, numerical, and optimization-based modeling of dynamic stability, flutter, buckling, and vibration in complex structural systems using differential quadrature, finite element, and Rayleigh–Ritz methods. He has published extensively in high-impact journals on smart materials, functionally graded structures, and supersonic aeroelastic behavior. His scholarly output includes 49 documents, with 1,275 citations across 674 citing works and an h-index of 22, reflecting strong academic influence. His professional experience spans theoretical development, advanced simulation, interdisciplinary collaboration, peer review, and editorial contributions in aerospace and mechanical engineering.

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Muhammad Punhal Sahto | Mechanical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Muhammad Punhal Sahto | Mechanical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | NFC Institute of Engineering and Technology, Multan | Pakistan

Muhammad Punhal Sahto is an accomplished mechanical engineer and academic with extensive experience in teaching, research, and industrial training. He serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at NFC IET Multan, Pakistan. His academic background includes advanced studies in mechanical engineering with a specialization in the analysis and performance of static and dynamic characteristics of aerostatic bearings. He has previously held academic positions at the University of Lahore, contributing significantly to curriculum development and engineering education. His research focuses on aerostatic and porous bearings, ultra-precision engineering, machining technologies, renewable energy integration, and material enhancement techniques. He has published widely in reputable international journals such as IEEE Access, Micromachines, Results in Engineering, MRS Energy & Sustainability, and the International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, contributing both theoretical and experimental advancements. He actively reviews for leading journals, including IEEE Access and Micromachines, reflecting his standing in the scholarly community. His expertise spans modeling, simulation, machining processes, and material characterization, supported by strong skills in AutoCAD, ANSYS, MATLAB, and Origin. He has been recognized for his academic and research achievements, receiving multiple awards and scholarships. In addition to research, he has taught various courses in mechanical and electromechanical engineering, including finite element analysis, machine design, engineering statics, and tribology. His contributions to engineering research and education highlight his commitment to advancing innovative solutions in mechanical systems and technologies.

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Sahto, M. P., Wang, W., Imran, M., He, L., Li, H., & Weiwei, G. (2020). Modelling and simulation of aerostatic thrust bearings. IEEE Access, 8, 121299–121310.

Sahto, M. P., Wang, W., Sanjrani, A. N., Hao, C., & Shah, S. A. (2021). Dynamic performance of partially orifice porous aerostatic thrust bearing. Micromachines, 12(8), 989.

Sahto, M. P., Wei, W., Jamil, M. F., Mehmood, A., Sattar, M., Raza, A., Rahman, M. U., … (2024). Integrating experimental and theoretical investigations of porous graphite materials with scanning electron microscope image processing. Results in Engineering, 24, 102893.

Ali Nawaz Sanjrani, B. Z., Huang, H. Z., Shah, S. A., Fayaz, … (2024). High-speed train wheel set bearing analysis: Practical approach to maintenance between end of life and useful life extension assessment. Results in Engineering, 25, 103696.

Jamil, M. F., Sahto, M. P., & Mehmood, A. (2025). Comprehensive study on high-performance machining (HPM) of Inconel-718: A review. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 1–33.