Farshad Abbasi
About Farshad Abbasi
Farshad Abbasi is a Li-ion Battery Validation Engineer with extensive experience in finite element simulation and design engineering, particularly in the aerospace and automotive sectors. He has worked at various institutions, including Northvolt and MONDRAGON Corporation, and holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering.
Work at Northvolt
Farshad Abbasi currently serves as a Li-ion Battery Validation Engineer at Northvolt, a position he has held since 2021. His role focuses on the validation of lithium-ion battery technologies, contributing to the company's mission of producing sustainable energy solutions. Northvolt is recognized for its commitment to developing environmentally friendly battery solutions and aims to support the transition to renewable energy.
Education and Expertise
Farshad Abbasi holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mechanical Engineering from Bu-Ali Sina University, which he completed between 2011 and 2017. He also earned a Master of Science (MS) in Mechanical Engineering from Amirkabir University of Technology - Tehran Polytechnic from 2004 to 2006, and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering from Isfahan University of Technology from 1999 to 2004. His expertise includes finite element simulation, design engineering, and calculations, particularly in the aerospace and automotive sectors.
Background
Farshad Abbasi has a diverse professional background, with experience spanning several roles in mechanical engineering. He worked as a Mechanical Engineer at Iran Construction Engineering Organization (IRCEO) from 2009 to 2017 and served as a Faculty Member at IAU from 2006 to 2011. His early career included a position as a Mechanical Engineer at Negarandish in Tehran from 2005 to 2006. Abbasi also contributed to academic research through his thesis projects at Isfahan University of Technology and Amirkabir University of Technology.
Achievements
Farshad Abbasi holds two patents related to mechanical engineering and Li-ion battery technologies. He has collaborated with TECNALIA and various European OEMs and TIER-1 suppliers, including FAGOR, MATRICI, GESTAMP, VOLVO, PROXIMION, and RISE, on research and development projects. His work encompasses experimental characterization, mechanical validation, and reliability assessments, contributing to advancements in sustainable engineering solutions.