Biography

Dr. Mohammad Shalby is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering with over 20 years of technical, teaching, and leadership experience at Al-Hussein Bin Talal University (AHU). He is currently a Research Affiliate at the Australian Centre for Robotics (University of Sydney) and a Visiting Research Associate at the University of Wollongong. He previously served as Director of the Center for Studies, Consultations, and Community Development (20222026), Director of the Human Resources Unit (2023), and Chair of the Mechanical Engineering Department (20192022) at AHU. He holds a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from Jordan University of Science and Technology (2005), an M.Sc. in Engineering Management from Mu'tah University (2012), and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Technology Sydney (2019). He specializes in optimizing mechanical energy systems, including wind, solar, and wave technologies. His research output includes 25 journal papers and 8 conference papers, with a Scopus h-index of 13 and a Google Scholar h-index of 15.

Degree Major University Year
PhD
Mechanical Engineering University of Technology Sydney
Australia
2019
Master's Degree
Engineering Management Mu'tah University
Jordan
2012
Bachelor's Degree
Mechanical Engineering Jordan University of Science and Technology
Jordan
2005
Position University / Department Period
Research Affiliate
University of Sydney
Faculty of Engineering Australian Centre for Robotics
2026/02
Present
Visiting Research Associate
University of Wollongong
Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences
2026/02
Present
Associate Professor
- Teaching advanced courses in Mechanical Engineering and Renewable Energy Engineering. - Leading research in solar, wind, and wave energy systems. - Aligning program learning outcomes with the Jordanian National Qualifications Framework (NQF), contributing to quality assurance and educational effectiveness in higher education.
Al-Hussein Bin Talal University
College of Engineering Department of Mechanical Engineering
2024/07
Present
Director of the Human Resources Unit
- Managed university HR operations, including staffing and organizational development.
Al-Hussein Bin Talal University
Human Resources Unit
2023/05
2023/08
Director of the Center for Studies, Consultations, and Community Development
- Managed community outreach, consultation services, and training programs. - Led strategic partnerships with public and private sector institutions.
Al-Hussein Bin Talal University
Center for Studies, Consultations, and Community Development
2022/10
2026/01
Chair of the Mechanical Engineering Department
- Led academic planning, staff mentoring, and departmental development.
Al-Hussein Bin Talal University
College of Engineering Department of Mechanical Engineering
2019/09
2022/10
Assistant Professor
Al-Hussein Bin Talal University
College of Engineering Department of Mechanical Engineering
2019/07
2024/07
Teaching Assistant
- Supported undergraduate teaching in Mechanical Design, Advanced Manufacturing, and Engineering Fundamentals.
University of Technology Sydney
Mechanical Engineering
2019/03
2019/06
Technical Assistant
- IT Services and Support Technical Assistant.
University of Technology Sydney
IT Services and Support
2018/01
2018/10
Director of Engineering Workshops Department
- Managed university workshop operations, technical staff, and student training, supporting practical engineering education and research infrastructure.
Al-Hussein Bin Talal University
College of Engineering Engineering Workshops Department
2010/06
2015/01
Associate Lecturer
- Taught core engineering subjects and supervised key thermal and fluid labs, emphasizing practical, application-based learning.
Al-Hussein Bin Talal University
College of Engineering Department of Mechanical Engineering
2010/06
2015/01
Technical Support Engineer
Al-Hussein Bin Talal University
Technical Support
2006/02
2015/06
Position Institution Period
Director of the Human Resources Unit
- Managed university HR operations, including staffing and organizational development.
Al-Hussein Bin Talal University 2023/05
2023/08
Director of the Center for Studies, Consultations, and Community Development
- Managed community outreach, consultation services, and training programs. - Led strategic partnerships with public and private sector institutions.
Al-Hussein Bin Talal University 2022/10
2026/01
Academic Advisor for the Dual-Study Program (Renewable Energy Track)
Al-Hussein Bin Talal University 2022/01
2025/12
Chair of the Mechanical Engineering Department
- Led academic planning, staff mentoring, and departmental development.
Al-Hussein Bin Talal University 2019/09
2022/10
Director of Engineering Workshops Department
- Managed university workshop operations, technical staff, and student training, supporting practical engineering education and research infrastructure.
Al-Hussein Bin Talal University 2010/06
2015/01
1
Development and Assessment of Novel Thermoelectric Generator by Thermal Energy Scavenging Techniques in HVAC System
Ismail, F.B., Al-Muhsen, N.F., Sultan, T., Mohammed, M.A.A., Kazem, H.A., Chaichan, M.T., Shalby, M. and Salah, A.
Journal Article 2026
JournalJournal of Engineering Science and Technology
Published2026/01/01
AuthorsIsmail, F.B., Al-Muhsen, N.F., Sultan, T., Mohammed, M.A.A., Kazem, H.A., Chaichan, M.T., Shalby, M. and Salah, A.
TypeJournal Article
2
Modelling Study of Utilizing Dry and Wet Cooling in Solar Tower Power Plant in Jordan
Ahmed, M., Shalby, M. and Gomaa, M.R.
Journal Article 2026
JournalInternational Journal of Renewable Energy Research (IJRER)
Published2026/01/01
AuthorsAhmed, M., Shalby, M. and Gomaa, M.R.
TypeJournal Article
3
Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure with Hybrid Renewable Energy: A Feasibility Study in Jordan
Salah, A., Shalby, M., Al-Soeidat, M. and Alhomaidat, F.
Journal Article 2025
JournalWorld Electric Vehicle Journal
Published2025/01/01
AuthorsSalah, A., Shalby, M., Al-Soeidat, M. and Alhomaidat, F.
TypeJournal Article
4
Working Fluid Selection and Performance Analysis for Subcritical Organic Rankine Cycles
Shalby, M., Marashli, A. and Salah, A.A.
Journal Article 2025
JournalResults in Engineering
Published2025/01/01
AuthorsShalby, M., Marashli, A. and Salah, A.A.
TypeJournal Article
5
Energy and Economic Comparative Study of Dry and Wet Cooling in Solar Tower Power Plants
Shalby, M. and Ahmed, M.
Journal Article 2024
JournalInternational Review of Mechanical Engineering (IREME)
Published2024/01/01
AuthorsShalby, M. and Ahmed, M.
TypeJournal Article
6
Numerical Life Cycle Assessment of Lithium Ion Battery, Li-NMC Type, Integrated with PV System
Marashli, A., Al-Kassab, A.I., Gab-Allah, D.M., Shalby, M. and Salah, A.
Journal Article 2024
JournalResults in Engineering
Published2024/01/01
AuthorsMarashli, A., Al-Kassab, A.I., Gab-Allah, D.M., Shalby, M. and Salah, A.
TypeJournal Article
7
Design and Development of a Hybrid Electric Vehicle Charging Station in Jordan
Salah, A.A., Shalby, M. and Al-Soeidat, M.R.
Conference Paper 2024
Journal2024 4th International Conference on Smart Grid and Renewable Energy (SGRE)
Published2024/01/01
AuthorsSalah, A.A., Shalby, M. and Al-Soeidat, M.R.
TypeConference Paper
8
The Status and Potential of Renewable Energy Development in Jordan: Exploring Challenges and Opportunities
Salah, A.A., Shalby, M. and Ismail, F.B.
Journal Article 2023
JournalSustainability: Science, Practice and Policy
Published2023/01/01
AuthorsSalah, A.A., Shalby, M. and Ismail, F.B.
TypeJournal Article
9
An Investigation of a 3D Printed Micro-Wind Turbine for Residential Power Production
Shalby, M., Salah, A.A., Ghayda'A, M., Marashli, A. and Gomaa, M.R.
Journal Article 2023
JournalInternational Journal of Renewable Energy Development
Published2023/01/01
AuthorsShalby, M., Salah, A.A., Ghayda'A, M., Marashli, A. and Gomaa, M.R.
TypeJournal Article
10
Impact of the Air Filtration in the Nacelle on the Wind Turbine Performance
Shalby, M., Gomaa, M.R., Salah, A., Marashli, A., Yusaf, T. and Laimon, M.
Journal Article 2023
JournalEnergies
Published2023/01/01
AuthorsShalby, M., Gomaa, M.R., Salah, A., Marashli, A., Yusaf, T. and Laimon, M.
TypeJournal Article
11
Design of a Concentrated Pilot Solar Power Tower in Al Hussein Bin Talal University, Jordan
Salah, A.A., Shalby, M. and Dorrell, D.G.
Conference Paper 2022
Journal2022 IEEE PES 14th Asia-Pacific Power and Energy Engineering Conference (APPEEC)
Published2022/11/01
AuthorsSalah, A.A., Shalby, M. and Dorrell, D.G.
TypeConference Paper
12
Evaluating and Enhancing the Energy Efficiency of Representative Residential Buildings by Applying National and International Standards Using BIM
Albdour, M.S., Shalby, M., Salah, A.A. and Alhomaidat, F.
Journal Article 2022
JournalEnergies
Published2022/01/01
AuthorsAlbdour, M.S., Shalby, M., Salah, A.A. and Alhomaidat, F.
TypeJournal Article
13
Determination of Carbonyls Compound, Ketones and Aldehydes Emissions from CI Diesel Engines Fueled with Pure Diesel/Diesel Methanol Blends
Al-Rawashdeh, H., Hasan, A.O., Gomaa, M.R., Abu-jrai, A. and Shalby, M.
Journal Article 2022
JournalEnergies
Published2022/01/01
AuthorsAl-Rawashdeh, H., Hasan, A.O., Gomaa, M.R., Abu-jrai, A. and Shalby, M.
TypeJournal Article
14
Assessment of Dust Properties in Ma'an Wind Farms in Southern Jordan
Shalby, M., Abuseif, A., Gomaa, M.R., Salah, A., Marashli, A. and Al-Rawashdeh, H.
Journal Article 2022
JournalJordan Journal of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering
Published2022/01/01
AuthorsShalby, M., Abuseif, A., Gomaa, M.R., Salah, A., Marashli, A. and Al-Rawashdeh, H.
TypeJournal Article
15
Comparing the Global Warming Impact from Wind, Solar Energy and Other Electricity Generating Systems through Life Cycle Assessment Methods (A Survey)
Marashli, A., Gasaymeh, A. and Shalby, M.
Journal Article 2022
JournalInternational Journal of Renewable Energy Research (IJRER)
Published2022/01/01
AuthorsMarashli, A., Gasaymeh, A. and Shalby, M.
TypeJournal Article
16
Control Mechanism of Unbalanced Magnetic Pull in Doubly Fed Induction Generator Using Extra Pole-Specific Stator Windings
Salah, A.A., Dorrell, D.G. and Shalby, M.M.
Journal Article 2022
JournalIET Electric Power Applications
Published2022/01/01
AuthorsSalah, A.A., Dorrell, D.G. and Shalby, M.M.
TypeJournal Article
17
Modelling Single-Effect of Lithium Bromide-Water (LiBr–H2O) Driven by an Evacuated Solar Tube Collector in Ma'an City (Jordan) Case Study
Marashli, A., Alfanatseh, E., Shalby, M. and Gomaa, M.R.
Journal Article 2022
JournalCase Studies in Thermal Engineering
Published2022/01/01
AuthorsMarashli, A., Alfanatseh, E., Shalby, M. and Gomaa, M.R.
TypeJournal Article
18
Impact of Accumulated Dust on Performance of Two Types of Photovoltaic Cells: Evidence from the South of Jordan
Marashli, A., Al Shabaan, G., Al-Twaissi, W., Shalby, M. and Al-Rawashdeh, H.
Journal Article 2022
JournalInternational Journal of Renewable Energy Development
Published2022/01/01
AuthorsMarashli, A., Al Shabaan, G., Al-Twaissi, W., Shalby, M. and Al-Rawashdeh, H.
TypeJournal Article
19
Overview of Whole-Building Energy Engines for Investigating Energy-Related Systems
Albdour, M.S., Baranyai, B. and Shalby, M.M.
Journal Article 2022
JournalPollack Periodica
Published2022/01/01
AuthorsAlbdour, M.S., Baranyai, B. and Shalby, M.M.
TypeJournal Article
20
Feasibility Study of Wind Energy Generation Systems in Masirah Island: Real Case Study
Ismail, F.B., Mahdi, M.N., Salah, A.A., Al-Muhsen, N.F., Shalby, M.M. and Al Nafie, Y.K.
Conference Paper 2021
Journal2021 International Conference on Electrical Engineering and Informatics (ICEEI)
Published2021/10/01
AuthorsIsmail, F.B., Mahdi, M.N., Salah, A.A., Al-Muhsen, N.F., Shalby, M.M. and Al Nafie, Y.K.
TypeConference Paper
21
Effect of Specific Geometrical Parameters on the Performance of Small Straight Blade–Vertical Axis Wind Turbine (SB-VAWTs) of Darrieus-Type
Marashli, A., Gasaymeh, A., Al-Rawashdeh, H. and Shalby, M.
Journal Article 2021
JournalInternational Journal of Renewable Energy Research (IJRER)
Published2021/01/01
AuthorsMarashli, A., Gasaymeh, A., Al-Rawashdeh, H. and Shalby, M.
TypeJournal Article
22
Statistical Analysis of Wind Speed Distribution Based on Five Weibull Methods for Wind Power Evaluation in Maan, Jordan
Marashli, A., Alburdaini, M., Al-Rawashdeh, H. and Shalby, M.
Journal Article 2021
JournalJournal of Energy Technologies and Policy
Published2021/01/01
AuthorsMarashli, A., Alburdaini, M., Al-Rawashdeh, H. and Shalby, M.
TypeJournal Article
23
Experimental Investigation of the Small-Scale Fixed Multi-Chamber OWC Device
Shalby, M., Elhanafi, A., Walker, P., Dorrell, D.G., Salah, A. and Gomaa, M.R.
Journal Article 2021
JournalChinese Journal of Mechanical Engineering
Published2021/01/01
AuthorsShalby, M., Elhanafi, A., Walker, P., Dorrell, D.G., Salah, A. and Gomaa, M.R.
TypeJournal Article
24
Experimental Investigation of Basic Properties Biodiesel Fuels (B100, B20, B5) Produced from Waste Cooking Oil (WCO) Using Trans-Esterification Process
Hani, E.B., Marashli, A., Shalby, M. and Al-Rawashdeh, H.
Journal Article 2021
JournalInternational Journal of Renewable Energy Sources
Published2021/01/01
AuthorsHani, E.B., Marashli, A., Shalby, M. and Al-Rawashdeh, H.
TypeJournal Article
25
A State-of-the-Art Review on a Thermochemical Conversion of Carbonaceous Materials: Production of Synthesis Gas by Co-Gasification Process-Part I
Gomaa, M.R., Matarneh, G.A., Shalby, M. and Rawashdeh, H.A.A.
Journal Article 2021
JournalCurrent Alternative Energy
Published2021/01/01
AuthorsGomaa, M.R., Matarneh, G.A., Shalby, M. and Rawashdeh, H.A.A.
TypeJournal Article
26
Theoretical Model of a Fluidized Bed Solar Reactor Design with the Aid of MCRT Method and Synthesis Gas Production
Gomaa, M.R., Al-Dmour, N., Al-Rawashdeh, H.A. and Shalby, M.
Journal Article 2020
JournalRenewable Energy
Published2020/01/01
AuthorsGomaa, M.R., Al-Dmour, N., Al-Rawashdeh, H.A. and Shalby, M.
TypeJournal Article
27
An Experimental Investigation into the Wave Power Extraction of a Small-Scale Fixed Multi-Chamber OWC Device
Shalby, M., Dorrell, D.G., Walker, P. and Elhanafi, A.
Conference Paper 2019
Journal2019 IEEE Energy Conversion Congress and Exposition (ECCE)
Published2019/09/29
AuthorsShalby, M., Dorrell, D.G., Walker, P. and Elhanafi, A.
TypeConference Paper
28
CFD Modelling of a Small-Scale Fixed Multi-Chamber OWC Device
Shalby, M., Elhanafi, A., Walker, P. and Dorrell, D.G.
Journal Article 2019
JournalApplied Ocean Research
Published2019/01/01
AuthorsShalby, M., Elhanafi, A., Walker, P. and Dorrell, D.G.
TypeJournal Article
29
Validation of a Numerical Model for a Small-Scale Fixed Multi-Chamber OWC Device
Shalby, M., Walker, P., Dorrell, D.G. and Elhanafi, A.
Conference Paper 2018
JournalProceedings of the Thirteenth Pacific-Asia Offshore Mechanics Symposium, Jeju, Korea
Published2018/10/14
AuthorsShalby, M., Walker, P., Dorrell, D.G. and Elhanafi, A.
TypeConference Paper
30
Multi-Chamber Oscillating Water Column Wave Energy Converters and Air Turbines: A Review
Shalby, M., Dorrell, D.G. and Walker, P.
Journal Article 2018
JournalInternational Journal of Energy Research
Published2018/01/01
AuthorsShalby, M., Dorrell, D.G. and Walker, P.
TypeJournal Article
31
Modelling of the Multi-Chamber Oscillating Water Column in Regular Waves at Model Scale
Shalby, M., Walker, P. and Dorrell, D.G.
Conference Paper 2017
JournalProceedings of the 4th International Conference on Energy and Environment Research (ICEER 2017), Energy Procedia, Porto, Portugal
Published2017/07/17
AuthorsShalby, M., Walker, P. and Dorrell, D.G.
TypeConference Paper
32
The Investigation of a Segment Multi-Chamber Oscillating Water Column in Physical Scale Model
Shalby, M., Walker, P. and Dorrell, D.G.
Conference Paper 2016
JournalProceedings of the 5th International Conference on Renewable Energy Research and Applications (ICRERA), Birmingham, UK
Published2016/11/20
AuthorsShalby, M., Walker, P. and Dorrell, D.G.
TypeConference Paper
33
The Characteristics of the Small Segment Multi-Chamber Oscillating Water Column
Shalby, M., Walker, P. and Dorrell, D.G.
Conference Paper 2016
JournalProceedings of the 3rd Asian Wave and Tidal Energy Conference (AWTEC 2016), Singapore
Published2016/10/24
AuthorsShalby, M., Walker, P. and Dorrell, D.G.
TypeConference Paper
Conference / Paper Location Date Participation
Frontiers of Science in Jordan Symposium
Renewable Energy Issues in South Jordan
Royal Scientific Society (RSS), Amman
Jordan
2021/01/01 Invited Speaker
IEEE Energy Conversion Congress and Exposition (IEEE-ECCE 2019)
An Experimental Investigation into the Wave Power Extraction of a Small-Scale Fixed Multi-Chamber OWC Device
Baltimore, MD
USA
2019/09/29 Paper Presentation
The 13th Pacific-Asia Offshore Mechanics Symposium (PACOMS 2018)
Validation of a Numerical Model for a Small-Scale Fixed Multi-Chamber OWC Device
Jeju
South Korea
2018/10/14 Paper Presentation
4th International Conference on Energy and Environment Research (ICEER 2017)
Modelling of the Multi-Chamber Oscillating Water Column in Regular Waves at Model Scale
ISEP (Polytechnic of Porto), Porto
Portugal
2017/07/17 Paper Presentation
3rd Asian Wave and Tidal Energy Conference (AWTEC 2016)
The Characteristics of the Small Segment Multi-Chamber Oscillating Water Column
Singapore
Singapore
2016/10/24 Paper Presentation
Workshop Organizer Date Role
Manisa Celal Bayar University International Staff Week
Manisa Celal Bayar University
Manisa, Turkey
2023/04/01 Participant
UMinho International Staff Week
University of Minho
Braga, Portugal
2022/07/01 Participant
EPSRC International Partnership – Wave Energy in South Africa (Meeting)
University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh, UK
2022/04/01 Participant
IREEDER Renewable Energy Training Workshop
IREEDER Project
Patras, Greece
2021/11/01 Participant
Frontiers of Science in Jordan Symposium
Royal Scientific Society (RSS)
Jordan
2021/01/01 Lecturer

Additional Information

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Interest Area Description
My primary research interests focus on advancing renewable energy technologies to support sustainable development. I am particularly interested in the design and development of oscillating water column devices to efficiently harvest energy from ocean waves. Additionally, I work on improving the performance and sustainability of wind and solar energy systems. A significant part of my research explores the potential of utilizing Concentrating Solar Thermal Power (CSP) technology for electricity generation in Jordan, addressing the country’s energy needs through innovative solutions. I am also dedicated to investigating the use of small-scale turbines for domestic wind power generation, aiming to promote decentralized and accessible renewable energy sources for local communities.
Field Description
Engineering Drawing
Machine Drawing
Engineering Mechanics (Statics and Dynamics)
Fluid Mechanics
Theory of Machinery
Fluid Power Control
Engineering Measurements
Energy Conversion
Renewable Energy Systems
Course Code Level Credits

Research Interests: - Design and development of Oscillating Water Column (OWC) devices for ocean wave energy harvesting. - Efficiency and sustainability of wind and solar energy systems. - Concentrating Solar Thermal Power (CSP) generation. - Small-scale turbines for domestic wind power generation. Courses Taught: Engineering Drawing, Machine Drawing, Engineering Mechanics (Statics and Dynamics), Fluid Mechanics, Theory of Machinery, Fluid Power Control, Engineering Measurements, Energy Conversion, Renewable Energy Systems. Key Achievements: - Established the Renewable Energy Engineering Department at AHU (study plans, course catalogs, accreditation, laboratories). - Academic advisor for the Dual-Study Program (Renewable Energy track) at AHU, 20222025. - AHU representative at international staff weeks in Manisa, Turkey (2023) and Braga, Portugal (2022), and at the Frontiers of Science in Jordan Symposium (2021). - Ph.D. scholarship at UTS (2014) and two-time Vice-Chancellor's Postgraduate Conference Travel Fund, UTS. - Reviewer for Scopus/WoS journals (e.g., Renewable Energy, Journal of Cleaner Production, Energies) and for Clarivate fellowship applications. - Supervised 2 MSc theses and served on 9 MSc examination committees. Profiles: ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0177-5986 Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?userLapl0x8AAAAJ Scopus: https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId57193865156 ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Mohammad-Shalby LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohammad-shalby-a61a12b4