Amare Merfo Amsal

Amare Merfo Amsal

Lecturer | Mechanical Engineer | Researcher
Debre Markos, Ethiopia.

About

Highly accomplished Lecturer and Researcher with a robust background in Mechanical and Sustainable Energy Engineering, dedicated to fostering academic excellence and driving impactful research. Expertly leverages mechanical software (ANSYS, CFD, SolidWorks) to advance renewable energy systems, including solar PV and hydro turbine design. Proven ability to mentor students and contribute to engineering advancements through innovative solutions and community initiatives.

Work

Debre Markos university
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Lecturer

Debre Markos University
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Lecturer & Researcher

Summary

Led academic instruction and research initiatives in mechanical and sustainable energy engineering, contributing to student development and engineering advancements.

Highlights

Delivered comprehensive instruction across 8+ core mechanical engineering courses, including Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, and Engineering Drawing, to over 500 students annually.

Utilized and provided training on advanced mechanical engineering software, including ANSYS, CFD, and SolidWorks, to enhance student design and simulation capabilities.

Mentored and advised 20+ final-year mechanical engineering students annually on capstone projects, guiding successful completion of complex design and research initiatives.

Developed and conducted advanced training programs on solar PV system design and installation using industry-standard tools like PVsyst and Homer, upskilling students and professionals.

Led multiple community service engineering projects, including the design and manufacturing of wheelchairs for individuals with disabilities, directly improving local community well-being.

Initiated and developed sustainable engineering solutions such as a vertical agricultural hydroponic system and innovative shade structures, demonstrating practical application of mechanical principles.

Education

Bahir Dar University

Master of Science

MSc in Sustainable Energy Engineering

Grade: CGPA: 3.81/4.0

Courses

Master's Thesis: Design, Development, and Optimization of Small-scale Cross-flow Hydro Turbine

Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat transfer, Refrigeration and Air conditioning, Turbomachine, Hydrogen fuel, Solar Energy, Energy Storage, Wind Turbines, Hydropower, and Biogas

Jimma University
Jimma City, Oromia, Ethiopia

Bachelor of Science

BSc in Mechanical Engineering

Grade: CGPA: 3.54/4.0

Courses

All Mechanical Engineering Courses

Publications

Design and Implementation of a Predictive Current Control Strategy for Enhanced Performance of DC-DC Boost Converters Applications

Published by

Results in Engineering

Experimental investigation of air velocity, water flow rate, and staging of cooling pad on the performance of direct evaporative coolers

Published by

Int. J. Air-Cond. Ref.

Summary

Co-authored research on optimizing direct evaporative cooler performance through air velocity, water flow rate, and cooling pad staging.

Sustainable hybrid systems for electric vehicle charging infrastructures in regional applications

Published by

Sci Rep

Summary

Contributed as Corresponding author to a study on the development of sustainable hybrid systems for electric vehicle charging infrastructure in regional contexts.

Multi-criteria decision model for multicircular flight control of unmanned aerial vehicles through a hybrid approach

Published by

Sci Rep

Summary

Corresponding authored research on a multi-criteria decision model for flight control of unmanned aerial vehicles using a hybrid approach.

Design, Development and Optimization Of Small Scale Cross Flow Hydro Turbine

Published by

Bahir Dar University Institutional Repository

Summary

Authored and published Master's thesis detailing the design, development, and optimization of a small-scale cross-flow hydro turbine.

Languages

English
Amharic

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Fluid Mechanics, Dynamics, Refrigeration, Thermodynamics, Engineering Drawing, Heat Transfer, Hydro Turbine Design.

Sustainable Energy Systems

Solar PV Design, Hydropower, Wind Turbines, Biogas Systems, Hydrogen Combustion, Battery Storage.

Engineering Software & Tools

ANSYS, CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics), SolidWorks, PVsyst, Homer.

Research & Development

Experimental Investigation, Data Analysis, Scientific Writing, Problem Solving, Optimization Techniques, Academic Research.

Academic & Mentorship

Curriculum Development, Student Advising, Course Instruction, Technical Training, Mentorship.

Community Engagement & Project Leadership

Community Project Management, Sustainable Solutions Development, Social Impact Initiatives.

Frontend Engineering

HTML, CSS, JavaScript.