Faculty

Biography :

Dr. Ahmed S. Dalaq specializes in analytical, computational, and experimental mechanics. He applies the principles of mechanics of materials to analyze and innovate in the development of bioinspired systems, components, mechanisms, and materials. Dr. Ahmed views nature as an immense, ongoing laboratory that continuously shapes novel materials, where the inherent conditions of natural systems can guide real-world applications. He has also developed a strong interest in using origami principles for the design of energy absorbers, energy harvesters, and general engineering systems. Additionally, Dr. Ahmed focuses on Hearing Protective Devices (HPDs), aiming to design the most effective solutions while investigating the sources of pain and discomfort commonly associated with these devices.

His research areas encompass bioinspired materials, biomimicry, Hearing Protective Devices, mechanics of materials, and biomechanics.



Education :

  • Ph.D. in mechanical engineering specialize in bioinspired materials from McGill University, Canada, 2020
  • MS.c in mechanical engineering from Masdar Institute of Science and Technology, UAE, 2015
  • BS.c in mechanical engineering from the American University of Sharjah (AUS), UAE, 2013



Courses Taught in KFUPM:

BIOE 455Transport Phenomenon
BIOE 355Biomimicry Design and Modeling Lab
BIOE 316Ethics and Safety in Bioengineering
BIOE 480Biomechanics
BIOE 370Bioengineering Thermodynamics
BIOE 524Mechanics of Biological Materials
LS 504  
Modeling of Biological Systems

 


Courses Taught Outside KFUPM:

  • Mechanics of deformable solids, McGill University
  • Partial differential equation for engineers, New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD)

 

Dr. Ahmed S. Dalaq Assistant Professor Building 7, 120-4 +966(13)860-5527 ahmed.dalaq@kfupm.edu.sa https://pure.kfupm.edu.sa/en/persons/ahmed-dalaq