Farhan Lafta Rashid

@uokerbala.edu.iq

Petroleum Engineering Department
University of Kerbala

Place of Birth: Babylon City, Hilla, Republic of Iraq
Nationality: Iraqian
Religion : Muslim
Marital Status: Married
Address: Department of Petroleum Engineering,
College of Engineering,
University of Kerbala,
Babylon City, Hilla
Republic of Iraq
Phone: 00964 7801542347
E-Mail: engfarhan71@
Academic e-mail:

EDUCATION

2016 Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering : University of Technology , Baghdad, Iraq .
Ph.D. Thesis Title : Heat Transfer Enhancement for Different Ribs Geometry in Circular Tube.
2002 M.Sc. Mechanical Engineering : University of Technology , Baghdad, Iraq .
M.Sc. Thesis Title : Experimental Study for the Transport of Sulfur in Capsules Through a Crude Oil Pipeline.
1994 B.Sc. Nuclear Engineering : University of Baghdad , Baghdad, Iraq .

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Work in a different research fields like convection heat transfer , nanotechnology , CFD ,renewable energies and PCM.
399

Scopus Publications

6918

Scholar Citations

42

Scholar h-index

187

Scholar i10-index

Scopus Publications

RECENT SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Entropy analysis on ternary hybrid nanofluid flow in concentric cylinders under shape fracture: an analytical approach
    A Djalab, M Kezzar, N Dwivedi, FL Rashid, HI Mohammed, MR Sari, ...
    Multiscale and Multidisciplinary Modeling, Experiments and Design 9 (1), 91 , 2026
    2026
  • Magnetic field influence on the dynamics of oxytactic microorganisms in swirling nanoflow: An interaction of vortices with the bacteria
    S Ahmad, E Domingues dos Santos, K Ali, K Wazeer, FL Rashid, ...
    Modern Physics Letters B 40 (17), 2650121 , 2026
    2026
  • Triply periodic minimal surface heat exchanger: Innovations, mathematical modelling, and performance enhancement-a state-of-the-art review
    FL Rashid, KA Hammoodi, NML Al Maimuri, MK Abdalrahem, ...
    International Communications in Heat and Mass Transfer 175, 111120 , 2026
    2026
  • Thermal management strategies and material innovations for enhancing efficiency and durability in silicon photovoltaic systems
    HQ Hussein, AF Khalaf, KA Hammoodi, FL Rashid, MA Al-Obaidi, ...
    International Communications in Heat and Mass Transfer 175, 111047 , 2026
    2026
    Citations: 1
  • Thermal enhancement in double-tube heat exchanger: Review of transverse and longitudinal corrugated inner tubes case
    AA Saif Ali Kadhim, Karrar A. Hammoodi, Dhuha Radhi Nayyef, Ali M. Ashour ...
    Scientific African 32 (e03423) , 2026
    2026
  • Thermal enhancement in double-tube heat exchanger: Review of transverse and longitudinal corrugated inner tubes case
    SA Kadhim, KA Hammoodi, DR Nayyef, AM Ashour, FL Rashid, ...
    Scientific African, e03423 , 2026
    2026
  • Recent developments, challenges, and future directions in active direct methanol fuel cells
    FLR Ephraim Bonah Agyekum, Flavio Odoi-Yorke, Mustafa Abdullah, Arman Ameen ...
    International Journal of Electrochemical Science 21 (7) , 2026
    2026
  • Recent advances of nanofluids application in helical coiled tube heat exchanger: A comprehensive review
    MMR Farhan Lafta Rashid, Saif Ali Kadhim, Najah M. L. Al Maimuri, Mushtaq K ...
    Canadian Journal of Chemical Engineering , 2026
    2026
  • Innovative optimization of insulation thickness: Integrating solar-air temperature and advanced heating demand analysis for sustainable building design
    FLR Ali Keçebas, Mustafa Ertürk, Ali Das¸demir, Yashar Aryanfar, Jorge Luis ...
    Environ Prog Sustainable Energy. , 2026
    2026
  • Experimental study on performance improvement and energy savings of split-type air conditioning system using direct evaporative cooling in hot Iraqi climate
    AA Muhsen M. Alsilbi, Abdalrazzaq K. Abbas, Mohammed A. Al-Tayyar, Farhan ...
    International Communications in Heat and Mass Transfer 177 (111507) , 2026
    2026
  • Metal–Air Batteries for Portable Power: Advances and Prospects using a Combination of the Systematic and Bibliometric Review Methods
    EB Agyekum, BA Zneid, S Praveenkumar, A Ameen, FL Rashid, ...
    Chemical Physics Impact, 101076 , 2026
    2026
  • Performance evaluation, simulation, and mathematical modeling of biomass–solar drying systems: a systematic review
    AB Farhan Lafta Rashid, Karrar A. Hammoodi, Najah M. L. Al Maimuri, Mushtaq ...
    Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry , 2026
    2026
  • Multi-objective performance assessment of a thermoelectric-assisted HDH desalination system under variable operating conditions
    AM Ashour, SS Alsaedi, JS Sherza, SA Ali, HM Jaffar, SA Kadhim, ...
    Desalination, 120258 , 2026
    2026
  • Performance evaluation and multi-objective optimization of low-GWP refrigerants in vapor compression refrigeration systems using machine learning
    AM Ashour, SA Kadhim, DR Nayyef, AS Abdul-Zahra, A Mota-Babiloni, ...
    International Journal of Refrigeration, 106962 , 2026
    2026
  • Magnetic‐Field‐Enhanced Solar Desalination: A Comprehensive Review of Advanced Configurations and Performance Improvements
    AK Hussein, S Gharsallah, SA Kadhim, MEH Attia, MK Rasul, RZ Homod, ...
    Heat Transfer 55 (3), 2150-2173 , 2026
    2026
  • Reimagining solar desalination: a critical review of innovations in spherical solar still design and performance
    AK Hussein, FL Rashid, S Gharsallah, SA Kadhim, RZ Homod, ...
    Heat Transfer 55 (3), 1377-1398 , 2026
    2026
    Citations: 1
  • Detailed review of hybrid and carbon-based nanofluids for double-tube heat exchangers: Recent advances and performance evaluation
    MKSAG Saif Ali Kadhim, Karrar A. Hammoodi, Dhuha Radhi Nayyef, Muntadher ...
    Can J Chem Eng, 1-29 , 2026
    2026
  • Flow control optimization for helical Savonius hydrokinetic turbines using a progressive diverter
    M Elakrout, A Ayadi, A Bouabidi, AM Ashour, FL Rashid
    Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part E: Journal of … , 2026
    2026
  • Enhancement solar still efficiency through reflectors: a review of latest advancements and design inventions
    AC Farhan Lafta Rashid,Mudhar A. Al‑Obaidi,Najah M. L. Al‑Maimuri, Nibal ...
    Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry , 2026
    2026
  • Heat pipe-based thermal management in photovoltaic/thermal systems: recent advances and machine learning-driven performance optimization-a comprehensive review
    AA Ali, AMD Alketife, MD Abdullah, ZA Nadeem, HI Mohammed, ...
    Applied Thermal Engineering, 131009 , 2026
    2026

MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • A review on recent advances on improving fuel economy and performance of a fuel cell hybrid electric vehicle
    DP Hussein Togun , Hakim S. Sultan Aljibori , Azher M. Abed , Nirmalendu ...
    International Journal of Hydrogen Energy 89, 22-47 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 132
  • A review of the application of hybrid nanofluids in solar still energy systems and guidelines for future prospects
    SFA Ahmed Kadhim Hussein , Farhan Lafta Rashid , Mohammed Kawa Rasul , Ali ...
    Solar Energy 272 (112485) , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 124
  • Hybrid membrane and thermal seawater desalination processes powered by fossil fuels: A comprehensive review, future challenges and prospects
    IMM Mudhar Al-Obaidi, Alanood A. Alsarayreh, Farhan Lafta Rashid, Md Tanvir ...
    Desalination , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 105
  • A critical review on the efficient cooling strategy of batteries of electric vehicles: Advances, challenges, future perspectives
    H Togun, HSS Aljibori, N Biswas, HI Mohammed, AM Sadeq, FL Rashid, ...
    Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews 203, 114732 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 104
  • Analysis of heat transfer in various cavity geometries with and without nano-enhanced phase change material: A review
    AA Farhan Lafta Rashid , Hayder I. Mohammed , Anmar Dulaimi , Mudhar A. Al ...
    Energy Reports 10, 3757–3779 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 104
  • Evaluation of Solar Energy Powered Seawater Desalination Processes: A Review
    IMM Mudhar A. Al-Obaidi,Rana H. A. Zubo,Farhan Lafta Rashid, Hassan J ...
    Energies 15 (6562), 1-16 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 102
  • Hemispherical solar still: Recent advances and development
    AA Obai Younis, Ahmed Kadhim Hussein, Mohammed El Hadi Attia, Farhan Lafta ...
    Energy Reports 8, 8236-8258 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 100
  • Fabrication and Augmented Structural, Optical and Electrical Features of PVA/Fe2O3/SiC Hybrid Nanosystem for Optics and Nanoelectronics Fields
    FLR Ahmed Hashim , Aseel Hadi , Noor Al-Huda Al-Aaraji
    Silicon 15 (5) , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 95
  • Heat transfer enhancement of phase change materials using letters-shaped fins: A review
    RZH Farhan Lafta Rashid , Nabeel S. Dhaidan , Ali Jafer Mahdi , Haider ...
    International Communications in Heat and Mass Transfer 159 (108096) , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 93
  • Novel phase change materials, MgO nanoparticles, and water based nanofluids for thermal energy storage and biomedical applications
    FL Rashid, A Hadi, NH Al-Garah, A Hashim
    Int. J. Pharm. Phytopharmacol. Res. 8 (1), 46-56 , 2018
    2018
    Citations: 92
  • A review of recent improvements, developments, and effects of using phase-change materials in buildings to store thermal energy
    FL Rashid, MA Al-Obaidi, A Dulaimi, DMN Mahmood, K Sopian
    Designs 7 (4), 90 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 90
  • Review of solidification and melting performance of phase change materials in the presence of magnetic field, rotation, tilt angle, and vibration
    MAAO Farhan Lafta Rashid , Alireza Rahbari , Raed Khalid Ibrahem , Pouyan ...
    Journal of Energy Storage 67, 107501 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 89
  • Review of solidification of phase change materials dispersed with nanoparticles in different containers
    FNAM Nabeel S. Dhaidan, Samer A. Kokz, Farhan Lafta Rashid, Ahmed Kadhim ...
    Journal of Energy Storage 51 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 88
  • Advancing photovoltaic thermal (PV/T) systems: Innovative cooling technique, thermal management, and future prospects
    DKM Hussein Togun, Ali Basem, Abdul Amir H. Kadhum, Azher M. Abed ...
    Solar Energy 291, 113402 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 85
  • Recent Advances, Development, and Impact of Using Phase Change Materials as Thermal Energy Storage in Different Solar Energy Systems: A Review
    AH Farhan Lafta Rashid , Mudhar A. Al-Obaidi , Anmar Dulaimi , Haitham Y. Bahlol
    designs 7 (66) , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 85
  • Thermal energy storage by nanofluids
    HN Obaid, MA Habeeb, FL Rashid, A Hashim
    journal of engineering and applied sciences 8 (5), 143-145 , 2014
    2014
    Citations: 83
  • Characterization of (Palm fronds-Polystyrene) Composites
    M Ali
    Chemical and Process Engineering Research , 2013
    2013
    Citations: 83
  • Preparation of (PS-PMMA) copolymer and study the effect of Sodium Fluoride on its optical properties
    FL Rashid, A Hashim, MA Habeeb, SR Salman, H Ahmed
    Chemistry and Materials Research 3 (7), 55-58 , 2013
    2013
    Citations: 82
  • A Review of Recent Improvements, Developments, Effects, and Challenges on Using Phase-Change Materials in Concrete for Thermal Energy Storage and Release
    AH Farhan Lafta Rashid, Mudhar A. Al-Obaidi, Anmar Dulaimi, Luís Filipe ...
    Journal of Composites Science 7 (352), 1-34 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 81
  • Review of Heat Transfer Analysis in Different Cavity Geometries with and without Nanofluids
    KGOY Farhan Lafta Rashid, Ahmed Kadhim Hussein, Emad Hasani Malekshah, Aissa ...
    Nanomaterials 12 (2481), 1-30 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 79

Publications

Publications


A. Books
1.Experimental Investigation on a Flat Plate Solar Collector Using Water as Heat Transfer Agent, Book Chapter, Publisher: Nova Science Publishers, Information and Computer Technology, Modeling and Control, ISBN 978-1-53612-075-2, 2017.
2.Heat Transfer Augmentationin Gas Turbine Blade Passages, Publisher : LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing GmbH & Co. KG , Heinrich-Böcking-Str. 6-8, 66121, Saarbrücken , Germany , ISBN 978-620-0-07863-6 , 2019.
3.Drag Reduction Polymers (DRPs): Principles , Types and Applications. Publisher : LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing GmbH & Co. KG , Heinrich-Böcking-Str. 6-8, 66121, Saarbrücken , Germany , ISBN 978-620-2-68104-9 , 2020.
4.Polymeric Additives in Crude Oil Pipelines, Publisher : LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing GmbH & Co. KG , Heinrich-Böcking-Str. 6-8, 66121, Saarbrücken , Germany , ISBN 978-620-2-67878-0 , 2020.
5. Thermal Energy Storage Systems: Design and Applications,
Book Publisher International, ISBN 978-93-90768-22-6 (Print)
ISBN 978-93-90768-30-1 (eBook).


B. Published Papers
[1] Hameed B Mahood, Ali S Baqi, Farhan L Rasheed, "Two-Phase Pressure Drop Through Obstructions", Iraqi Journal of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering, Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2003: 49-55.
[2] Rasheed, Farhan Lafta; Faiadh, Ibrahem Gittan; Mahood, Hameed Balassim, " Calculation of the Characteristic Electron Energy for Mercury-Argon Mixture", Um-Salama for science, 2005, Vol. 2, Issue 3: 477.
[3] Gatte, Mohammed Taih; Kadhim, Rasim Azeez;

RESEARCH OUTPUTS (PATENTS, SOFTWARE, PUBLICATIONS, PRODUCTS)

Patents

1. Cooling Enhancement in Gas Turbine Blade Using Coated Circular Ribs with a New Nanocomposite Material.
2. Using New Nanocomposite Materials for Cooling Enhancement of Turbines Blade that having Corrosion Resistant and Attenuated to Radar waves.
3. Novel of Intelligent Balloon Water Gate (IBWG) for Reservation of Water Levels.
4. Drag Reduction of Iraqi Crude Oil Flow in Pipelines Using Polymeric Additive.
5. Design and Construct A Dual-Function Solar Collector for Sterilization of Medical- Surgical Equipment.