Mohammad Saadeh, Ph.D.

Education

• Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, University of Nevada Las Vegas (2012)
• M.B.A., Southeastern Louisiana University (2017)
• M.S. Mechatronics Engineering, International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) (2007)
• B.S. Mechatronics Engineering, University of Jordan (JU) (2005)

Research Interests

• Mechatronics
• Robotics
• Instrumentation
• Optimization and Artificial Intelligence
• Engineering Education

Selected Journal Publications

• Koutsougeras, C., Saadeh, M. and Xiros, N. (2023). “Positioning Surface Vessels for Underwater Communication using Self Organizing Maps". Acta Scientific Computer Sciences, 5(9): 16-21  
• Saadeh, M. (2023). "Hybrid Genetic Algorithm-System Identification Approach to Model Force Sensing Resistors". Journal of Intelligent Material Systems and Structures, 34(17). doi:1177/1045389X231167178 
• Koutsougeras, C., Saadeh, M. and Fayed, A. (2021). "A Framework and Method for Analysis of Feed-Forward Industrial and Manufacturing Lines," Journal of Intelligent Manufacturing and Special Equipment, doi:1108/JIMSE-06-2021-0031
• Saadeh, M. and Trabia, M. (2015). "Parameters Identification for a Composite Piezoelectric Actuator Dynamics," Actuators 4(1): 39-59.
• Saadeh, M. (2014). "Synchronizing Bus Dispatching to Minimize Waiting Times at Transfer Nodes Using Genetic Algorithms," Journal of Traffic and Logistics Engineering 2(4): 248-254.
• Saadeh, M. and Trabia, M. (2012). "Identification of a Force Sensing Resistor for Tactile Applications," Journal of Intelligent Material Systems and Structures, JIMSS 24(7): 813-827.
• Ata, A., Faris, W. and Saadeh, M. (2012). "Dynamic analysis of a two-link flexible manipulator subject to different sets of conditions," Procedia Engineering 41: 1253-1260.
• Trabia, M., Yim, W. and Saadeh, M. (2011). "Modeling of Hysteresis and Backlash for a Smart Fin with a Piezoelectric Actuator," Journal of Intelligent Material Systems and Structures, JIMSS 22(11): 1161-1176.
• Faris, W., Ata, A. and Saadeh, M. (2009). "Energy Minimization Approach for a Two-link Flexible Manipulator," Journal of Vibration and Control, JVC 15(4): 497-526.
• Ata, A., Faris, W. and Saadeh, M. (2007). "Optimal Trajectory Selection for 3 DOF Planar Manipulator with Minimum Energy Consumption," International Journal of Applied Engineering Research, IJAER 2(1): 45-63.

Work Experience

• Chair, Engineering Technology, Northern Illinois University (2024–present)
  
• Department Head, Industrial and Engineering Technology, Southeastern Louisiana University (2018-2024)
• Associate Professor of Engineering Technology, Southeastern (2017-2024)
• Engineering Technology Coordinator, Southeastern (2016-2018)
• Assistant Professor of Engineering Technology, Southeastern (2012-2017)