Ardalan Vahidi

Ardalan Vahidi is a prominent figure in the field of mechanical engineering, specializing in optimal control and estimation, energy-efficient mobility, connected and automated vehicles, electrified transportation, and human bioenergetics during exercise. He is known for his pioneering contributions to methods that significantly enhance the energy efficiency of vehicles, particularly connected and automated vehicles and hybrid electric vehicles. Vahidi has collaborated with major manufacturers such as BMW, Ford, and Cummins, and has led numerous federally sponsored projects, culminating in successful on-road demonstrations. His work has been instrumental in achieving up to 30% energy savings in vehicles through innovative algorithms and real-time optimization techniques.