Academic Credentials
  • Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Florida State University, 2022
  • M.S., Mechanical Engineering, K.N. Toosi University of Technology, Iran, 2015
  • B.S., Mechanical Engineering, University of Tehran, 2012

Dr. Sanavandi's expertise is in mechanical engineering focusing on heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and experimental design. He applies his knowledge to complex engineering challenges across industries, from electric vehicle (EV) and fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) product development to thermal management systems and cryogenic applications. His technical background is complemented by EV and FCEV integration; cryogenic and high current applications safety assessment; development and testing of HVAC, refrigeration, and cooling systems; cryogenic liquids and LNG; vacuum; laser and optics; and flow visualization.

Dr. Sanavandi received his PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Florida State University where he focused on cryogenic fluids experimental flow visualization. Conducting research at the National High Magnetic Field laboratory, he designed, built setup and executed experiments to visualize and measure the velocity profile in high turbulent superfluid pipe flow. Additionally, he conducted numerical and experimental study on levitation of diamagnetic matter such as water and liquid helium. This work has been published and protected in a US national patent with his name.

Following his graduate studies, Dr. Sanavandi worked as a Lead Thermal Engineer at Nikola Corporation developing, testing, and integrating EV and FCEVs. In this role, he led several product development and testing projects in collaboration with cross-functional teams at the organization level.