Department of Mechanical Engineering
Dr. M. Mahabat Khan
Dr. Muhammad Mahabat Khan is a Professor and Head of the Mechanical Engineering Department at Capital University of Science and Technology, Islamabad, Pakistan. He obtained a Ph.D. degree in mechanical engineering with a specialization in Computation Fluid Dynamics from Ecole Centrale de Lyon, France. He has served as an Advanced Development Engineer in the Systems Engineering division at Continental Automotive in France, where he played a key role in developing a cutting-edge high-pressure gasoline direct injection system. He has also worked as a Research Scholar in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Leeds, UK. He has authored numerous WOS-indexed Journal articles and serves as a reviewer for several international Journals. He is also a member (Asia) of the International Conference on Liquid Atomization & Spray Systems (ICALSS). His research interests include Heat transfer Augmentation, Latent Thermal Energy Storage Systems, Phase Change Materials, Fluidic Oscillators, Renewable Energy, Multi-Phase Flows, CFD, Engine Sprays, and Turbulent Flows
Dr. Muhammad Irfan
Dr. Muhammad Irfan received his BSc in Mechanical Engineering from UET Taxila and MS with specialization in Thermal Sciences from PIEAS. He pursued his PhD with specialization in multiphase flows, phase change and combustion from Koc University, Turkey. His areas of interest include ThermoFluids, Computational Fluid Dynamics and energy management systems.
Mr. Saif Ullah
Engr. Saif Ullah, an adept professional, holds an MS in Mechatronics Engineering from the University of Southern Denmark, achieved through the esteemed Danish Government Scholarship and Danfoss Industrial Grant. He earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering from IUT, Dhaka, with the distinction of receiving the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Scholarship. Specializing in Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration, Thermal Energy Storage, and Renewable Energy, Saif is a fellow of the Institution of Engineers Bangladesh (IEB) and holds the designation of a Professional Engineer with PEC, Pakistan. Additionally, he is an esteemed member and Student Branch Advisor of ASHRAE, USA. Presently, Saif Ullah serves as the Student Activities Co-Chair and Member of the Board of Governors at ASHRAE NPC, showcasing his commitment to enhancing the field of HVAC and R. Recipient of eight research grants from ASHRAE USA, ORIC CUST, and the Pakistan National Grassroots ICT Research Initiative (NGIRI), Saif has led multiple research projects, primarily focused on solar thermal energy and storage systems contributing to the UN SDGs. His initiatives align with clean energy goals, supporting a sustainable future and advancing technology for urban living. Saif’s dedication underscores the pivotal role of Mechanical Engineering in environmental responsibility and innovation.
Mr. Syed Hassan Shah
An Internationally experienced Materials engineer with experience of MEMS, NEMS and semiconductor research and development with thorough knowledge of materials including semiconductors, nanomaterials, nanocomposites, metals, alloys, composites, ceramics, thin films, coatings, compounds, powders, synthesis processes and characterization tools. Qualified to work in cleanroom environment for device fabrication. Experience of working on projects at University of Delaware,USA National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) at Golden, Colorado USA ,US Air Force-Rice University project at University of Texas at Arlington and Functional Nanomaterials lab at King Abdullah University,Thuwal, Saudi Arabia.
Mr. Khalid Mahmood
M. Siraj Rathore has blend of experience both from academia and IT industry. He started his professional career in 2002 after completing his Master of Computer Science degree from university of arid agriculture Rawalpindi. He worked as a software engineer at Pakistan International Computer Limited and contributed in various software development projects. Meanwhile he also enrolled in MS Computer Engineering program at Center for Advanced Studies in Engineering and completed degree in 2005. After that, Dr. Rathore started his academic career and served as a faculty member at University of Engineering and Technology, Taxila. Later he did his Ph.D. from KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden. At KTH, he worked at networked systems laboratory and participated in international research projects. He also served as a consultant at Ericsson Sweden for some time. Later he came back to Pakistan in 2019 and joined Barani Institute of Information Technology Rawalpindi as an assistant professor. Currently he is working as an assistant professor at Capital University of Science and Technology. He is the member of Advanced Network and Security research group and teaching computer networks and object-oriented programming courses.
Dr. Ghulam Asghar
Dr. Ghulam Asghar is working as an Assistant Professor in Department of Mechanical Engineering (CUST) from the last 2.5 years. His research is focused on the evaluation of systems design for productivity improvement, assembly line balancing for bottle neck removal, and scheduling of construction of projects. To obtain maximum productivity, the balancing of assembly line is a major task in industrial setups, which can be achieved by implementing various tools such as algorithms, heuristics, and models. He is dedicated to devise methods to enhance the productivity of the industrial and/or manufacturing systems using latest tools and techniques.
Dr. Shummaila Rasheed
Dr. Shummaila Rasheed, a luminary in the realm of Mechanical Engineering, holds a distinguished PhD from Capital University of Science and Technology in collaboration with Dublin City University, Ireland. Her extensive expertise spans Biomechanics, Additive Manufacturing, Finite Element Modelling & Analysis, Material Characterization, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Rehabilitative Devices, Exoskeletons, Human-Robot Collaboration, and Industry 4.0. Driven by a firm commitment to revolutionize the healthcare sector, particularly tissue engineering and rehabilitation, she is dedicated to addressing a myriad of community challenges. Her innovative spirit is evidenced by the patents she has filed for rehabilitative devices, coupled with numerous accolades recognizing her exceptional research supervision and compelling project presentations. A prominent figure in her field, she has significantly contributed to the scholarly community by reviewing, chairing, and co-chairing technical sessions at prestigious international conferences. Her prolific authorship includes numerous journal articles and conference papers. Furthermore, she passionately leads the BioMech Fusion Research group, which is dedicated to pioneering advancements in health and everyday life challenges through state-of-the-art engineering and scientific solutions.
Mr. Tauseef Ahmed
Proficient CFD engineer having expertise includes creating, validating, and applying numerical methods to solve a wide range of problems related to fluid dynamics. With 10+ years of experience in developing, designing and testing fluid dynamics models with popular mesh generators (Pointwise) and CFD program such as ANSYS. My primary research interest concentrates on computational modelling of complex flow fields for aerospace and turbomachinery applications. At CUST currently focusing on the small scale/ low head hydro power generation projects. These scales of renewable energy production can significantly contribute to off grid community-based electrification. It has great potential for the economic growth of these areas by facilitating the local agricultural and domestic business activities and alleviating poverty. The Ongoing research initiative focus on the design and development of oscillating hydrokinetic turbines considering the morphology and kinematics influence on the energy extraction efficiency of oscillating turbines
Mr. Manzar Masud
Manzar Masud received his BSc degree in Aerospace Engineering from the Institute of Space Technology in Pakistan, and he earned his MS degree in Mechanical Engineering from HITEC University, also in Pakistan. Presently, he is pursuing his Ph.D. in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, National University of Science and Technology in Pakistan. His research interests include computational mechanics, mechanics of composite materials, bio-hybrid composite materials, material characterization and the optimization of manufacturing processes. With over a decade of teaching experience, Manzar Masud currently serves as a Principal Lecturer in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Capital University of Science and Technology in Pakistan.
Mr. M. Zulfiqar
Mr. M. Rizwan Siddiqui
Mr. M Rizwan Siddiqui completed his MS in mechanical engineering from Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute, swabi in 2016. His area of research was system dynamics and control. Mr. Siddiqui has published his work in one international journal and two international conferences. He is working in academics as a lecturer since the completion of his MS. He is currently a PhD scholar in NUST University, Islamabad. The area of research of his PhD is experimental engine tribology. Mr. Siddiqui is a lifetime member of PEC.
Mr. M. Haroon
A highly skilled professional with a B.S and M.S in Mechanical Engineering from International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI). Currently pursuing Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the same university Specializing in Techno-Economic investigations of waste to energy conversion systems using Aspen Plus and other related tools. Currently working on Techno-Economic optimization of multi-generation systems and net zero emissions using Machine learning techniques.
Engr. M. Ahmed
Engr. Muhammad Ahmed received his MS in Mechanical Engineering in 2021 from CUST, Pakistan. He has been an integral part of CUST since 2018. His research focuses on achieving net zero carbon emissions. In addition, Mr. Ahmed has authored multiple journal articles in the field of thermo-fluids, particularly on the recovery of industrial waste heat and the optimization of power cycles for arid regions. Beyond teaching undergraduate courses, Mr. Ahmed's responsibilities include designing and developing new experiments for thermodynamics, heat and mass transfer, computational fluid dynamics, manufacturing processes, and instrumentation laboratories. He also develops protocols and laboratory manuals for newly designed experiments and serves as a member of the departmental health and safety committee.
Engr. Sarmad Ali
Sarmad Ali has a strong academic background with expertise in Advanced Mechanical Design, Computational Fluid Dynamics (Thermal Energy Storage) and Phase Change Materials (PCM). Currently, Sarmad is involved in multiple research projects related to the optimization of thermal storage devices.
Engr. Kiran Rashid
Kiran Rashid is a dedicated and innovative lab engineer in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Capital University of Science and Technology. As a PEC-registered mechanical engineer, she brings extensive experience from both national and international arenas, with a strong focus on mechanical design, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and engineering solutions for industrial applications. Her achievements include securing significant funding for her final year project through a prestigious competition organized by the U.S. Embassy, leading to high-profile speaking engagements at respected international conferences. In her professional journey, she gained practical expertise during her tenure at Pakistan Ordnance Factories, contributing to advance manufacturing processes and an internship in engineering design at the Pakistan Tokamak Research Institute (Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission), where she gained specialized skills in nuclear engineering applications. Academically, she has consistently achieved top honors, and her technical skills span AutoCAD, Ansys, Creo, MATLAB, and various other engineering software. Currently engaged in research on high-energy ball milling for nanoparticle synthesis, she is committed to developing innovative engineering solutions for diverse industrial applications. With a passion for mentoring and a dedication to industrial problem-solving, she aims to make meaningful contributions to the university and to inspire the next generation of engineers through hands-on experience and innovative thinking.
Mr. Rehan Qaiser
He completed his Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering from Mohammad Ali Jinnah University, Islamabad and also holds a degree of Masters of Science in Mechanical Engineering, with a focus on thermo-fluids domain. Since 2016, he worked for two years as a Line Engineer at Canning Line in PepsiCo. Intl. Haidri Beverages Pvt. Ltd. Islamabad. After that, he worked for two months as an operations supervisor at Highrise Pvt. Ltd. Islamabad. Then, he joined Mechanical Engineering Department of Capital University of Science and Technology, and served as a Lab Engineer and researcher in Thermo-Fluids Research Group. He published two research papers in Journal of Energy Storage and Energy Reports. His research area focused on heat transfer enhancement of thermal energy storage heat exchangers. He pursued his carrier by rejoining PepsiCo. Intl. Haidri Beverages Pvt. Ltd. as a Line Engineer at Canning Line. He also worked as a Research Associate on HEC (Higher Education Commission of Pakistan) offered project at Capital University of Science and Technology. Currently, he is employed as a Lab Engineer at Capital University of Science and Technology.
Mr. Hussain Sallar
Mr. Hussain Sallar completed his Bachelors and Masters in Mechanical Engineering from Capital University of Science and Technology with distinction. His research interests revolve around Experimental and Numerical Heat Transfer. He has published a Research Paper in a reputable journal in the field of Numerical heat transfer pertaining to microchannel heat sinks