Mohamed Mounir HARRIR | Genie Industriel | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Mohamed Mounir HARRIR | Genie Industriel | Best Researcher Award

PhD, Université de Tlemcen, Algeria

📘 Mohamed Mounir Harrir is an innovative logistics officer and co-founder with a keen focus on strategic planning and industrial engineering. His career spans roles in task forces for strategic studies, where he contributed to projects like the extension of SKD and the industrialization strategy for SOVAC PRODUCTION. With expertise in lean management, problem-solving methodologies, and process optimization, Mohamed excels in creating efficient systems that drive productivity.

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Education

🎓 Mohamed holds a solid academic foundation in logistics and industrial engineering, giving him the technical and analytical skills required for tackling complex challenges in industrial projects.

Experience

💼 Mohamed’s experience includes roles as an Officer in Logistics at Volkswagen, co-founder of Silex Service in Algeria, and a key player at SOVAC PRODUCTION. His achievements include implementing lean methodologies, like the “5S” for workplace organization, and optimizing delivery timelines from 45 days to just 2 days. He has also designed Kanban-based tracking systems and visual management tools to improve logistics workflows and stock monitoring.

Research Focus

🔍 Mohamed’s primary focus is on optimizing logistical processes and integrating lean management techniques, such as Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and the SCRA problem-solving framework. His work revolves around minimizing resource use while maximizing efficiency and maintaining high standards in production and delivery.

Awards and Honors

🏆 Recognized for his innovative contributions to logistics and process improvement, Mohamed has received acknowledgments from his employers and peers, notably for projects at SOVAC PRODUCTION and Volkswagen.

Publication Top Notes

“Optimization of Process through Lean Principles in Logistics” (Published in Industrial Engineering Journal, 2019), cited by 15 articles.

Haibin Zhang | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Haibin Zhang | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Deputy Director of the Department, Hainan University, China

Dr. Haibin Zhang is an esteemed Associate Professor at Hainan University (HU), China, where he has been serving since May 2023. With a robust academic and research background, Dr. Zhang has previously held positions such as Research Consultant and Post-doctoral Fellow at the Missouri University of Science and Technology (MST), USA, and Harbin Institute of Technology (Shenzhen), China. His research spans various domains within civil engineering, with a notable emphasis on disaster prevention and reduction engineering.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Zhang’s educational journey is marked by impressive credentials. He earned his Ph.D. in Disaster Prevention and Reduction Engineering and Protective Engineering from Dalian University of Technology (DUT), China, in December 2016. He also holds a Master’s degree in Structural Engineering from DUT, completed in July 2012, and a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from China Agricultural University (CAU), attained in July 2009. Additionally, Dr. Zhang enhanced his expertise through an overseas study experience at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2015.

Professional Experience 💼

Dr. Zhang’s professional experience includes a series of significant roles in both academia and research. As an Associate Professor at HU, he leads various research initiatives and contributes to the academic community. Prior to this, he was a Research Consultant and Post-doctoral Fellow at MST, where he was involved in advanced research projects. His experience also includes post-doctoral research at the Harbin Institute of Technology, reflecting his extensive background in structural health monitoring and engineering diagnostics.

Research Interests 🔬

Dr. Zhang’s research interests are diverse and impactful, focusing primarily on multi-scale damage monitoring, nonlinear model modification of reinforced concrete structures, and structural health monitoring. His projects often address multi-hazard protection and the development of intelligent systems for disaster mitigation, demonstrating his commitment to advancing the field of civil engineering through innovative research.

Awards 🏆

Throughout his career, Dr. Zhang has received numerous accolades, highlighting his contributions to the field. These include the first-place award at the INSPIRE University Transportation Center Annual Meeting Graduate Student Poster Competition in 2020, and second place in the Structural Control and Health Monitoring competition at UIUC in 2015. He was also nominated for the Best Paper Award for Young Researchers at the SHMII-7 Conference in Torino, Italy, in 2015.

Publications Top Notes 📚

Zhang H. B., Yuan X.Z., Chen G., Lomonaco P. “Performance of SMART shear keys in concrete bridges under tsunami loading: An experimental study.” Journal of Structural Engineering (ASCE), 2024, 150(1): 04023195.

Zhang H. B., Hou S., Ou J. “SA-based concrete seismic stress monitoring: The effect of maximum aggregate size.” Journal of Building Engineering, 2024, 88: 109232.

Zhang H. B., Hou S., Ou J. “SA-based concrete seismic stress monitoring: the influence of stirrup confinement and concentric compression.” Structures, 2024, 59: 105759.

Zhang H. B., Liao W., Chen G., Ma H. “Development and characterization of coal-based thermoplastic composite material for sustainable construction.” Sustainability, 2023, 15, 12446.

Zhang H. B., Li Z. C., Chen G., Reven A., Scharfenberg B., Ou J. P. “UAV-based smart rock localization for bridge scour monitoring.” Journal of Civil Structural Health Monitoring, 2021, 11: 301–313.