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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

As CEO of Digiations, a startup focused on digital transformation aligned with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, I was brought on to lead the company's strategic direction, technical operations, and business development. Digiations, founded by friends, aimed to expand its impact in healthcare and transport solutions. My key achievements included:• Forming key partnerships and facilitating product acquisitions to drive business growth.Implementing HubSpot CRM to streamline daily operations, improve client relationship management, and enhance efficiency.• Developing a comprehensive 3-year business plan to guide the company’s new strategic direction.Assisting clients in preparing technical proposals and tenders, ensuring compliance with industry standards.• Creating a company profile and developing technical and commercial materials to boost Digiations' market presence.• Overseeing day-to-day operations while driving networking initiatives to expand the company’s reach and optimize performance.

Région De Montréal, Canada

My Ph.D. research journey unfolded in the challenging terrains of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), venturing into unexplored areas by becoming the first to simulate the crucial yet complex aircraft ground de-icing process using CFD, a pivotal process in assuring aircraft safety and operational efficiency during winter conditions. The research's goal was not only to develop mathematical models and innovative numerical methods necessary for precise modeling and simulation but also to optimally reduce de-icing fluid usage, addressing both economic and environmental concerns. The journey necessitated deep dives into coding, utilizing OpenFOAM for CFD simulations, grappling with high-performance computing to manage the extensive simulations, and establishing robust mathematical and physical models for heat transfer and fluid flow, each presenting its own set of intricate challenges and necessitating a thorough, innovative approach to problem-solving. The significance and complexity of ensuring accurate, efficient aircraft de-icing, given the myriad of variables and the crucial safety implications, became evident through persistent research efforts and was shared through 3 journal articles and presented at 4 international conferences. This endeavor was not just a study but a multidimensional challenge, intricately weaving together physical understanding, mathematical modeling, and computational expertise to drive forward the applications and potential of CFD in aerospace industry applications.

I was hired following a MITACS internship. The company was moving towards industry 4.0. I worked on three major projects; the first concerned the automation of the aircraft painting process, the idea was to design a painting-UAV. The second project was a design of an airplane inter-seat separator in response to the COVID-19, . The third was about the optimization of the supply chain of the aircraft wraps design and installation through a design and cost estimation framework.

Gouvernorat De Sousse, Tunisia

As a mechatronics engineer, I was tasked with designing robots from scratch. The standard scenario consisted of identifying the customer's needs to support them in defining the robot's specifications. Then work on the integral design internally in collaboration with colleagues.

Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

During my Master's Thesis, I engaged in an intricate exploration of the Special Single Loop 8-bar mechanism, a reconfigurable entity capable of altering its degrees of freedom through strategic maneuvering into singular positions. My journey entailed the meticulous modeling and defining of all possible configurations of the mechanism, alongside the creation of a comprehensive Matlab model and the design of a sophisticated command model to adeptly navigate its multifaceted nature. The ability to navigate through different configurations and utilize singularity positions to change degrees of freedom could have numerous applications in areas like robotics, automation, and industrial machinery where adaptable and reconfigurable motion is valuable. This endeavor not only enriched my expertise in mechanical design and control systems but also amplified my capacity to apply theoretical knowledge towards crafting innovative, practical solutions in robotics and automated systems.

Sousse

I navigated through meticulous modal calculations for various frames, identifying and optimizing natural modes to enhance structural integrity. Simultaneously, I managed crash test simulations, deploying specialized software to evaluate and fortify vehicle durability under extreme conditions. These pivotal experiences fortified my proficiency in employing analytical and simulation tools to bolster structural and vehicular safety in practical scenarios.

Sousse

During my internship focused on assembly line optimization, I spearheaded enhancements for the TATA XENON pick-up assembly chain, ensuring streamlined and efficient production processes. I conceptualized and implemented a tool for the insertion of silent blocks to mitigate vibration and enhance product quality. Additionally, I designed and supervised the creation of a 1.2-ton capacity transport cart for the "JOUNCING" station, equipped with swivel wheels, effectively facilitating material movement and bolstering logistical efficiency on the production floor.

Sousse

I was immersed in understanding the company and its applied management strategies. I actively engaged in 5S management practices – a lean methodology focusing on Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain – to streamline processes and create a productive work environment, ensuring efficient and optimized operational workflows within the organization.

Doctor Of Philosophy - With Honours, Aerospace Science And Technology / Computational Fluid Dynamics / Multiphase Flow / Heat Transfer

Design of a Numerical Test Bench for the Aircraft Ground Deicing Process

Master Of Science - With Distinction, Mechatronics, Robotics, And Automation Engineering

This Master's program primarily addresses mobile robots and autonomous vehicles.

Engineer'S Degree, Mechatronic Engineering, Robotics, And Automation

Mechanisms, Machines, Systems

Engineer'S Degree, Mechatronic Engineering, Robotics, And Automation

Activities and Societies: President of the Techno-Car Automobile Club (2014/2015) Kart-Low Cost Challenge Winner (Nevers, France 2015) I.

Diploma Of First Cycle University Studies In Mathematics And Physics., Physics And Mathematics

Activities and Societies: Member of the Astro-IPEIT Astronomy Club A two-year study focusing on theoretical physics and mathematics tools.