Prof.Dr., Eskişehir Osmangazi University, Turkey
Prof. Haydar Aras is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of Mechanical Engineering, currently serving as a Professor at Eskisehir Osmangazi University, Turkey. He holds multiple research IDs, including ORCID (0000-0001-8131-6426) and ScopusID (6603029093). With over three decades of experience, his research interests span various aspects of energy systems, thermodynamics, and sustainable energy technologies. Prof. Aras has been actively involved in both academic and administrative roles, including as the Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering and a member of the Senate at Eskisehir Osmangazi University. His work in energy optimization and thermodynamic analysis has earned him global recognition, reflected in the numerous citations of his publications. His contributions continue to impact the development of innovative energy systems for sustainable practices.
Profile
Education
Prof. Haydar Aras completed his education at Anadolu University and Eskisehir Osmangazi University. He earned his doctorate degree in Mechanical Engineering from Eskisehir Osmangazi University in 1996. Prior to that, he obtained his postgraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering from Anadolu University in 1991. His academic journey began with an undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering from Anadolu University’s Faculty of Engineering and Architecture, which he completed in 1989. His scholarly foundation in mechanical engineering has provided him with a deep understanding of energy systems, thermodynamics, and mechanical design, which he continues to develop and apply in his ongoing research. His dissertation work focused on natural gas combustion systems and heat recovery, a subject that marked the beginning of his long-standing interest in energy efficiency and optimization.
Experience
Prof. Haydar Aras has extensive experience in both academia and administration at Eskisehir Osmangazi University, where he has worked since 1997. Currently, he holds the position of Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, part of the Faculty of Engineering and Architecture. He has previously served as an Associate Professor (2006-2012) and Assistant Professor (1997-2006). Prof. Aras has held leadership roles as the Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering from 2023 to present and from 2024 to the present, guiding academic programs and strategic developments. He has also served as a Director of the Research Center within the university and participated in the university Senate. His comprehensive teaching experience includes courses in heat transfer, thermodynamics, and energy systems, reflecting his expertise in energy efficiency and sustainable technologies. Throughout his career, Prof. Aras has consistently contributed to the advancement of engineering knowledge and energy optimization.
Research Focus
Prof. Haydar Aras’s research primarily revolves around energy systems, energy optimization, thermodynamics, and sustainable technologies. His research interests include energy efficiency, thermodynamic analysis, and the application of exergy and exergoeconomics in various energy systems, such as combined heat and power (CHP) systems, trigeneration systems, and natural gas applications. Prof. Aras has significantly contributed to the evaluation and optimization of energy systems for residential, industrial, and power generation purposes. His work also focuses on the utilization of alternative fuels and renewable energy sources, including solar and wind energy. In addition, his studies on heat recovery and insulation technologies have provided insights into reducing energy consumption and improving environmental sustainability. Prof. Aras’s research is recognized internationally, with numerous publications and citations that contribute to the global discourse on sustainable energy technologies.
Publication Top Notes
- Multi-criteria selection for a wind observation station location using analytic hierarchy process 🌬️
- Determination of optimum insulation thicknesses for Turkey’s different degree-day regions 🏠
- Evaluation of alternative fuels for residential heating in Turkey using analytic network process 🔋
- Exergoeconomic analysis of a combined heat and power (CHP) system 💡
- Forecasting residential natural gas demand 🌍
- Thermodynamic and thermoeconomic analyses of a trigeneration (TRIGEN) system with a gas-diesel engine 🔥
- Estimating the horizontal diffuse solar radiation over the Central Anatolia Region of Turkey 🌞
- Exergetic performance evaluation of a combined heat and power (CHP) system in Turkey 🌱
- Advanced exergy analysis of an electricity-generating facility using natural gas ⚡
- Wind energy status and its assessment in Turkey 🌪️