Mahdi Shahbakhti is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Alberta and an Adjunct Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Michigan Technological University. He was a post-doctoral scholar at the University of California-Berkeley (2010-2012). He received his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Alberta in 2009. He worked several years on control of dynamic systems in the automotive (2001-2004), robotic (2000-2001), and HVAC (1998-2000) industries. His research centers on modeling and control of dynamic systems including automotive systems, building energy systems, alternative and renewable energy systems.

Research Interests

• Dynamic modeling and control of energy systems
• Machine learning controls
• Alternative/renewable sources (bio-fuels; solar energy)
• Electric, hybrid electric, and fuel cell vehicles
• Connected and automated vehicles
• Climate (HVAC) control in buildings and vehicles
• Energy-efficient buildings with smart grid integration
• Fuel cell systems
• Advanced combustion engines

News & Announcements

• Three EML students graduation
  More Information - 07/28/18
• Teaching recognition
  More Information - 05/09/18
• Marquis Who's Who in the World selection
  More Information - 03/23/18
• Best Paper Award
  More Information - 06/10/17



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