Fatih Ünal | Energy Simulation | Best Researcher Award

Mechanical Engineering, Mersin University, Turkey

Fatih Ünal is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Mersin University, specializing in energy systems, renewable energy applications, and thermal sciences. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Dumlupinar University, followed by a Master’s degree in Heat and Process Engineering at Yildiz Technical University, where he conducted a thesis on the exergy analysis of thermal power plants. He later completed his Ph.D. in the same field at Yildiz Technical University, focusing on the applicability of solar-assisted vertical ground source heat pumps in Mardin. His academic career began at Mardin Artuklu University, where he served as Lecturer, Assistant Professor, and Head of Department, as well as Director of the Distance Teaching Application and Research Center. He later joined Mersin University, advancing to the rank of Associate Professor. His research contributions span photovoltaic performance analysis, solar-assisted Rankine cycles, hybrid energy systems, and geothermal heating applications, with numerous publications in international refereed journals. To date, he has authored 12 scientific documents that have been cited 86 times by 80 different sources, reflecting an h-index of 5, which highlights the growing recognition of his work. His academic journey reflects dedication to advancing renewable energy and sustainable engineering solutions.

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Featured Publications

Ünal, F., Şentürk Acar, M., & Demir, B. (2024). Evaluating photovoltaic panel efficiency during the cooling season in Mersin: Insights from alternative performance models. International Journal of Advanced Natural Sciences and Engineering Researches, 8(11), 636–640.

Ünal, F., Şentürk Acar, M., & Demir, B. (2024). Assessment of photovoltaic panel efficiency at various tilt angles in Mersin Province during the cooling season. International Journal of Advanced Natural Sciences and Engineering Researches, 8(11), 641–646.

Ünal, F., & Şentürk Acar, M. (2024). Exergoeconomic analysis of a solar assisted organic Rankine cycle: Case study of Mardin, Turkey. Thermal Science.

Boz, İ., Ayanoğlu, A., Ayas, G., & Ünal, F. (2022). Investigation of temperature effect on electrical efficiency for a photovoltaic–thermal hybrid system. International Journal of Science and Research, 11(8), 1158–1163.

Ünal, F., Akan, A. E., Demir, B., & Yaman, K. (2022). 4E analysis of an underfloor heating system integrated to the geothermal heat pump for greenhouse heating. Turkish Journal of Agriculture and Forestry, 46(5), 762–780.