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Research interests
Composite materials, Materials characterization, Spacecraft system engineering, Spacecraft structures and materials, Hypervelocity impact and its dynamics, Computational impact dynamics, Experimental Impact studies, Composites (FRPs, MMCs, CMCs).
Education/Academic qualification
PhD, PhD in Aerospace Engineering , KAIST
2010 → 2014
Award Date: 21 Feb 2014
Master, Master in Astronautics and Space Engineering , Cranfield University
2008 → 2010
Award Date: 30 Jun 2010
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy -
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Projects
- 6 Finished
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Development of a GPS-Based Tracking and Visualization System for Space Rover
Baluch, A. U. H. K. (PI), Alqasimi, J. (CoI) & Mahmood, A. (CoI)
1/01/25 → 31/12/25
Project: Research
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Optimizing Tuned Mass Damper for Vibration Control in Aircraft Wings
Alqasimi, J. (PI), Al-Fifi, S. (CoI), Baluch, A. U. H. K. (CoI) & Ghazzawi, S. (CoI)
1/01/25 → 31/12/25
Project: Research
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Experimentally Validated Numerical modeling of Small Satellites under Vibration Launch Loads
Abdelrahman, W. (PI) & Baluch, A. U. H. K. (CoI)
1/05/24 → 31/12/25
Project: Research
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Development of spacecraft payload support structures
Baluch, A. U. H. K. (PI)
1/05/24 → 31/12/25
Project: Research
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Development of spacecraft payload support structures
Baluch, A. U. H. K. (PI) & Abdelrahman, W. (CoI)
1/05/24 → 31/12/25
Project: Research
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Advances in satellite thermal management systems: Challenges, innovations, and future directions
Zaidaan, S., Mulla, Z., Nakkar, R., Ullah, I., Baluch, A. H. & Qasem, N. A. A., Jul 2026, In: Acta Astronautica. 244, p. 82-121 40 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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Comparison of single- and hybrid-fiber composite laminates for use in prosthetic sockets
Naseem, A., Nazakat, S. H., Saleem, M., Vattathurvalappil, S. H. & Baluch, A. H., Jan 2026, In: Journal of Reinforced Plastics and Composites. 45, 1-2, p. 412-423 12 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
10 Scopus citations -
Effects of chemical treatments on mechanical properties of unidirectional flax fiber reinforced high density polyethylene composites
Vattathurvalappil, S. H., Theravalappil, R., Baluch, A. H., Rehman, T. U., Ghazzawi, S. M., Shaukat, M. M., Nazir, A., Fal, M. & Ali, U., 1 Mar 2026, In: Journal of Materials Research and Technology. 41, p. 4880-4888 9 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access -
The Role of Matrix Shielding in the In Situ Fiber Strength and Progressive Failure of Unidirectional Composites
Barzegar, M., Guerrero, J. M., Tanha, Z., Gonzalez, C., Baluch, A. & Costa, J., Jan 2026, In: Journal of Composites Science. 10, 1, 47.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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BUCKLING AND POST-BUCKLING BEHAVIOR OF CFRP CYLINDRICAL SHELLS UNDER NON-UNIFORM AXIAL COMPRESSION
Anafi, S. O. & Baluch, A. H., 2025, Proceedings of ASME 2025 Conference on Smart Materials, Adaptive Structures and Intelligent Systems, SMASIS 2025. American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), V001T02A001. (Proceedings of ASME 2025 Conference on Smart Materials, Adaptive Structures and Intelligent Systems, SMASIS 2025).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review