World's Best Scientists 2026 revealed!

D-Index & Metrics

Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

D-Index
44
Citations
6787
World Ranking
1644
National Ranking
636

Overview

H. Vahedi Tafreshi is affiliated with North Carolina State University in the United States and has contributed extensively to the fields of engineering and materials science. Their research spans multiple subfields, including electrical and electronic engineering, surfaces, coatings and films, computational mechanics, materials chemistry, and biomedical engineering.

The scientist's work focuses on several main topics, notably aerosol filtration and electrostatic precipitation, surface modification and superhydrophobicity, high voltage insulation and dielectric phenomena, electrohydrodynamics and fluid dynamics, lattice Boltzmann simulation studies, membrane separation technologies, and advanced sensor and energy harvesting materials.

H. Vahedi Tafreshi has published papers in various scientific journals. Notable recent publications include:

  • Performance of electrospun polystyrene membranes in synthetic produced industrial water using direct-contact membrane distillation, 2020, Desalination
  • On liquid bridge adhesion to fibrous surfaces under normal and shear forces, 2020, Colloids and Surfaces A Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects
  • Macroscale simulation of particle loading in electrostatically charged filters, 2023, Journal of Aerosol Science
  • Activated carbon-doped polystyrene fibers for direct contact membrane desalination, 2020, Emergent Materials
  • Centrifugal Detachment of Compound Droplets from Fibers, 2021, Langmuir

They frequently publish in venues such as SSRN Electronic Journal, Journal of Aerosol Science, Chemical Engineering Science, Langmuir, and Colloids and Surfaces A Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects.

H. Vahedi Tafreshi collaborates with several researchers including Behnam Pourdeyhimi, Amit Kumar, Nishant Bhatta, S. Gautam, and Sashank Gautam. These collaborations have contributed to a range of studies mainly focused on filtration, surface interactions, and material properties.

Best Publications

  • Cluster beam deposition: a tool for nanoscale science and technology

    K Wegner;P Piseri;H Vahedi Tafreshi;P Milani

  • Superhydrophobic surfaces: From the lotus leaf to the submarine

    Mohamed A. Samaha;Hooman Vahedi Tafreshi;Mohamed Gad-el-Hak

  • A realistic approach for modeling permeability of fibrous media : 3-D imaging coupled with CFD simulation

    S. Jaganathan;H. Vahedi Tafreshi;B. Pourdeyhimi

  • 3-D simulation of particle filtration in electrospun nanofibrous filters

    S.A. Hosseini;H. Vahedi Tafreshi

  • Energy efficiency of direct contact membrane distillation

    Ruh Ullah;Majeda Khraisheh;Richard J. Esteves;James T. McLeskey

  • A case study of simulating submicron aerosol filtration via lightweight spun-bonded filter media

    Q. Wang;B. Maze;H. Vahedi Tafreshi;B. Pourdeyhimi

  • Modeling permeability of 3-D nanofiber media in slip flow regime

    S.A. Hosseini;H. Vahedi Tafreshi

  • Modeling particle filtration in disordered 2-D domains: A comparison with cell models

    S.A. Hosseini;H. Vahedi Tafreshi

  • Influence of Flow on Longevity of Superhydrophobic Coatings

    Mohamed A. Samaha;Hooman Vahedi Tafreshi;Mohamed Gad-el-Hak

  • Influence of fiber orientation on the transverse permeability of fibrous media

    M. A. Tahir;H. Vahedi Tafreshi

  • Modeling instantaneous pressure drop of pleated thin filter media during dust loading

    S. Fotovati;S.A. Hosseini;H. Vahedi Tafreshi;B. Pourdeyhimi

  • Modeling drag reduction and meniscus stability of superhydrophobic surfaces comprised of random roughness

    Mohamed A. Samaha;Hooman Vahedi Tafreshi;Mohamed Gad-el-Hak

  • On the importance of fibers' cross-sectional shape for air filters operating in the slip flow regime

    S.A. Hosseini;H. Vahedi Tafreshi

  • Modeling particle-loaded single fiber efficiency and fiber drag using ANSYS–Fluent CFD code

    S.A. Hosseini;H. Vahedi Tafreshi

  • Manipulation of nanoparticles in supersonic beams for the production of nanostructured materials

    P. Piseri;P. Piseri;H. Vahedi Tafreshi;P. Milani;P. Milani

  • The effects of nozzle geometry on waterjet breakup at high Reynolds numbers

    H. Vahedi Tafreshi;B. Pourdeyhimi

  • A macroscale model for simulating pressure drop and collection efficiency of pleated filters over time

    S. Fotovati;H. Vahedi Tafreshi;B. Pourdeyhimi

  • Analytical expressions for predicting permeability of bimodal fibrous porous media

    H. Vahedi Tafreshi;M.S. A Rahman;S. Jaganathan;Q. Wang

  • Predicting longevity of submerged superhydrophobic surfaces with parallel grooves

    B. Emami;A. A. Hemeda;M. M. Amrei;A. Luzar

  • Sustainability of superhydrophobicity under pressure

    Mohamed A. Samaha;Hooman Vahedi Tafreshi;Mohamed Gad-el-Hak

  • Simulating permeability of 3-D calendered fibrous structures

    S. Zobel;B. Maze;H. Vahedi Tafreshi;Q. Wang

Frequent Co-Authors

Behnam Pourdeyhimi
Behnam Pourdeyhimi North Carolina State University
Mohamed Gad-el-Hak
Mohamed Gad-el-Hak Virginia Commonwealth University
Paolo Milani
Paolo Milani University of Milan
Mukhlis A. Rahman
Mukhlis A. Rahman University of Technology Malaysia
Majeda Khraisheh
Majeda Khraisheh Qatar University
Alenka Luzar
Alenka Luzar Virginia Commonwealth University
Mohammad A. Al-Ghouti
Mohammad A. Al-Ghouti Qatar University
George G. Chase
George G. Chase University of Akron

If you think any of the details on this page are incorrect, let us know.

Report an issue

We appreciate your kind effort to assist us to improve this page, it would be helpful providing us with as much detail as possible in the text box below:

Related Online Degrees & Career Pathways

Exploring online degrees related to Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering can open doors to diverse career opportunities. For example, students interested in healthcare may consider an online speech pathology degree, which offers flexible learning options. Understanding the speech pathology degree cost online can help candidates plan their educational investments wisely.

Veterans seeking further education often find specialized programs designed for them. These tailored courses support skill development in new fields while accommodating unique requirements. Programs such as an online speech pathology bachelor degree for veterans exemplify this approach, providing valuable transitions into health sciences.

Accelerated programs offer another pathway for motivated learners. The best 5 year speech pathology programs enable students to earn degrees faster, making career changes or advancements more accessible without lengthy time commitments.

Considering salary and job outlook is vital when planning a career. For instance, understanding the earning potential of unique roles, such as an FBI profiler, can influence educational choices. More details about this niche can be found under fbi profiler salary.

Best Scientists Citing H. Vahedi Tafreshi

Trending Scientists

Recently Published Articles