Dr. Abderraouf Gherissi | Technologies | Excellence in Innovation Award

Dr. Abderraouf Gherissi | Associate Professor | University of Tabuk | Saudi Arabia

Academic Background

Dr. Abderraouf Gherissi holds advanced qualifications in mechanical engineering, progressing through successive academic stages at leading institutions in Tunis. His doctoral research centered on the multiscale mechanical behavior of woven composites, laying the foundation for his specialization in engineering materials and advanced manufacturing. His scholarly influence is reflected in Scopus with more than one hundred citations across over one hundred documents and an h-index of six. On Google Scholar, his citations exceed one hundred with an h-index of six and an i10-index of three, showcasing consistent academic engagement and impact across his publication record.

Research Focus

His research activities revolve around composite materials, mechanical behavior modeling, renewable energy applications, and the engineering of wave and wind energy systems. He also explores advanced manufacturing and material performance through experimental and numerical approaches.

Work Experience

Over his career, he has served in academic and industrial capacities across multiple countries. He has taught a wide range of core and specialized mechanical engineering courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, supervised numerous graduation projects, and contributed to program development and accreditation. His professional trajectory includes roles as associate professor, assistant professor, senior instructor, lecturer, and department head, along with industry leadership experience in maintenance and production. His involvement spans teaching, curriculum design, program assessment, supervision, and applied engineering projects in educational institutions and technical organizations.

Key Contributions

He has contributed to the progression of mechanical engineering education through curriculum innovation, accreditation leadership, mentorship, and collaboration on applied research initiatives. His funded research projects address renewable energy, composite structures, and mechanical system design. His work extends to computational simulation, structural analysis, and the development of energy-conversion technologies.

Awards and Recognition

He has received acknowledgments for excellence in project supervision, online teaching quality, and contributions to accreditation success at institutional and departmental levels.

Professional Roles and Memberships

He has been actively associated with research laboratories and academic committees in Saudi Arabia and Tunisia. His involvement includes roles in engineering accreditation processes with national and international bodies. He serves as a reviewer for high-index journals and participates in research groups focusing on materials science, product engineering, and energy systems.

Publication Profile:

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Featured Publications

Gherissi, A., ELnasri, I., Lakhouit, A., & Ali, M. (2025). Design and optimization of a wave-adaptive mechanical converter for renewable energy harvesting. Processes.

Ali, M., Gherissi, A., & Altaharwah, Y. (2023). Experimental and simulation study on a rooftop vertical-axis wind turbine. Open Engineering.

Malek Ali, M., Gherissi, A., & Al-Assaf, A. (2022). A review on the effects of ceramic sand particles on casting defects. Journal of Ceramic Processing Research.

Gherissi, A., Fadhil, M., Asiri, A., & Alhwiti, M. (2021). Wind turbine blades based on palm cellulose fiber composites. Journal of Silicate Based and Composite Materials.

Ali, M., & Gherissi, A. (2017). Synthesis and characterization of composite material with chitosan variations. International Journal of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering.

Impact Statement / Vision

His work advances the integration of composite materials and renewable energy technologies through research-driven engineering solutions. He seeks to bridge applied mechanics, sustainability, and innovation in manufacturing to support global energy and environmental goals. His vision aligns with developing efficient mechanical systems that contribute to future-ready engineering practices.