Taha Manzoor
Contact
Assistant Professor, Faculty of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering Dept
- m.tahamanzoor@ualberta.ca
- Address
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10-397 Donadeo Innovation Centre For Engineering
9211 116 StEdmonton ABT6G 2H5
Overview
Area of Study / Keywords
Thermal Energy Storage Solar Thermal Conversion Renewable Thermal Energy Concentrated Solar Power Heat Transfer Thermodynamics Radiative Heat Transfer Experimental Heat Transfer Molten Salts
About
Education
2019-2023 - PhD Mechanical Engineering – McGill University, Canada
2016-2018 - MS Mechanical Engineering- Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), South Korea
2012-2016 - BS Mechanical Engineering- National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), Pakistan
Research
My research program is dedicated to addressing the decarbonization of high-temperature industrial heat through the development of advanced thermal energy conversion and storage systems. We focus on studying the fundamental heat transfer mechanisms involved in converting solar energy into thermal energy within concentrated solar power systems. Employing a combination of experimental techniques and theoretical modeling, our group aims to optimize the design and performance of advanced solar thermal systems. Additionally, we explore low-cost materials suitable for high-temperature applications, reaching up to 1273 K. To achieve our program goals, we collaborate with various domestic and global partners from both the private sector and governmental organizations.
Announcements
I welcome applications and inquiries for various full-time research assistant positions at the Master's and Doctoral levels in the field of Renewable Thermal Energy. Successful candidates will become part of a dynamic and collaborative research team, engaging closely with partners from both government and industry in an interdisciplinary environment.
Job postings can be found here:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/renewable-thermal-lab/
Courses
MEC E 443 - Energy Conversion
Sources, flow and overall efficiency of use of various energy forms in society, thermodynamic analysis of energy conversion devices such as thermoelectric and magnetohydrodynamic generators, solar and fuel cells, energy from fission and fusion reactors. Prerequisite: MEC E 340.