Mr. Nikos Mantadakis | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

PhD candidate | Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTh) | Greece

Nikolaos (Nikos) Mantadakis is a Greek civil engineer and researcher specializing in the numerical modeling and analysis of floating offshore structures, with a strong focus on the co-exploitation of wind and wave energy systems. His research integrates computational hydrodynamics, structural dynamics, and hydroelasticity to develop advanced simulation frameworks for hybrid offshore energy platforms. He has contributed to the development and validation of computational tools such as HAMS-MREL and has published in leading journals including Renewable Energy and the Journal of Marine Science and Engineering. His works address aero-hydro-servo-elastic coupling, hydrodynamic interactions, and resilience assessment of marine and coastal infrastructure. As part of his scientific engagement, he has actively participated in the COST Action “WECANet,” promoting European collaboration in marine renewable energy research, and contributed to the conceptual design of the FORCYS floating offshore wind turbine. Mantadakis also serves as a reviewer for international conferences and journals in offshore and polar engineering, demonstrating his recognized expertise in the field. With 78 citations from 75 documents, 7 published works, and an h-index of 4, his ongoing research aims to enhance the understanding and performance optimization of floating energy systems through advanced computational methods, supporting the sustainable development of offshore renewable energy technologies.

Profile: Scopus

Featured Publications

Raghavan, V., Loukogeorgaki, E., Mantadakis, N., Metrikine, A. V., & Lavidas, G. (2024). HAMS-MREL, a new open source multiple body solver for marine renewable energies: Model description, application and validation. Renewable Energy, 237, 121577.

Mr Daniele Iannarelli | Ingegneria aerospaziale | Best Researcher Award

Dottorando,La Sapienza University of Rome, Italy

Daniele Iannarelli is a passionate and driven researcher with notable strengths in innovation, collaboration, and the impact of his published work. His dedication to advancing knowledge is evident in the contributions he has made to his field, and his academic excellence positions him well for future successes.

Publication Profile

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Education :

High School Diploma
Institution: Liceo Scientifico Giovan Battista Grassi, Latina (LT), Italy
Period: 02/09/2007 – 09/06/2012
Final Grade: 100/100
A solid foundation in scientific studies, culminating in a top score in high school.,Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering
Institution: La Sapienza University of Rome
Period: 09/10/2012 – 02/11/2015
Final Grade: 90/110
Gained in-depth knowledge in core aerospace engineering subjects such as thermodynamics, rational mechanics, and aerospace propulsion.,Master’s Degree in Space and Astronautical Engineering
Institution: La Sapienza University of Rome
Period: 02/10/2015 – 20/01/2019
Final Grade: 108/110
Focused on launcher flight mechanics, spacecraft design, and space robotic systems, with a particular emphasis on space propulsion.,Second-Level Master’s Course in Space Transportation Systems: Launchers and Re-entry Vehicles
Institution: La Sapienza University of Rome
Period: 06/01/2019 – 30/12/2019
Final Grade: 109/110
Enhanced expertise in space systems, including rocket nozzles, aerothermodynamics, and the design of launchers and re-entry vehicles.,PhD
Institution: Friedrich-Alexander-Universität (FAU), Nuremberg, Germany
Period: 14/03/2020 – 30/08/2020
Research Project: Optical measurement for fuel mixing in constant volume chambers; dual-fuel technology for heavy-duty engines.,Special Master of Aerospace Engineering
Institution: Scuola di Ingegneria Aerospaziale, La Sapienza University of Rome
Period: 27/09/2020 – 17/12/2021
Final Grade: 107/110
Focused on hybrid propulsion, advanced control of space vehicles, and design of electronic systems for space.,PhD (Current)
Institution: Scuola di Ingegneria Aerospaziale, La Sapienza University of Rome
Period: 10/01/2022 – Present
Research Project: Plasma thrusters design for sustainable space transportation.

Research Focus:

Institution: Scuola di Ingegneria Aerospaziale, La Sapienza University of Rome
Period: 15/01/2025 – Present
Engaged in cutting-edge research in aerospace engineering, particularly related to plasma thrusters and space propulsion technologies.

Skills:

Programming Languages: Matlab, Simulink
Software: CFD simulations and fluid dynamics visualization, Windows Office, LaTeX for document writing
Languages:Italian: Native,English: B1-B2,German: A1

Publication :

Iannarelli, D., et al. (2022). Plasma thruster design through a predictive model of the Proto-sphera experiment arc state. Poster presented at the Symposium SYNC 2022.
Iannarelli, D., et al. (2022). A new indirect measurement method of the electron temperature for the Proto-sphera’s pinch plasma. Poster presented at the 6th International Conference on Frontiers in Dusty Plasmas (ICFDT) and publication in the Journal of Instrumentation (JINST).
Iannarelli, D., et al. (2022). New space plasma propulsion activities in ENEA C.R. Frascati. Poster presented at the ASI workshop.
Iannarelli, D., et al. (2022). Full helicon thruster modeling. Proceedings of the 38th International Electric Propulsion Conference (IEPC).
Iannarelli, D., et al. (2022). A rational design method for the Nagoya type-III antenna. Aerospace Journal.

conclusion:

Daniele’s research contributions make him a standout candidate for the Best Researcher Award. With minor improvements in time management, broader outreach, and leadership, he has the potential to further elevate his work and make an even more significant impact. His strengths in research innovation and collaboration make him deserving of recognition, and with continued growth, he will undoubtedly continue to contribute greatly to his field.