
Moon dust & surface interactions
Electrostatic dust mitigation, regolith abrasion, and the reliability of mechanisms on the lunar surface.
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From lunar dust to high-velocity metal particles, my research connects particle-scale behaviour with the performance of engineering systems.
I combine computational modelling and experiments to investigate contact, wear, fluid–particle interactions, and energy transfer—with applications across space exploration, manufacturing, and resource processing.
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A common focus: how particles, materials, and fields interact.

Electrostatic dust mitigation, regolith abrasion, and the reliability of mechanisms on the lunar surface.
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Microwave–rock interactions and the challenge of extracting resources in low-gravity environments.
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Understanding the mechanics behind solid-state deposition through particle-scale numerical simulations.
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Particle tracking, fluid–particle coupling, gravity separation, and wear in mineral-processing equipment.
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Transient gaseous fuel injection and the role of tumble and swirl in flammable-mixture formation.
Research & media →Electrostatic handling, granular damping, lunar mobility, abrasion testing, and mineral-processing equipment.
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My research background spans mechanical engineering, applied mechanics, and computational simulation. This portfolio brings together doctoral, master’s, and subsequent research, alongside collaborative engineering projects.
Publications & theses →Publications
F. Hassani, P. M. Nekoovaght & N. Gharib
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