Dr. Omid Rahmani, Shahrood University of Technology, Iran
Dr. Omid Rahmani is a PhD candidate in Engineering at Shahrood University of Technology, specializing in Highway and Transportation Engineering. He holds a Master of Engineering degree in the same field from Islamic Azad University South Tehran Branch. Dr. Rahmani’s research focuses on developing acceleration-based methods for evaluating road geometric characteristics, along with various aspects of traffic engineering and road safety management. He is dedicated to enhancing roadway safety and efficiency through innovative engineering solutions.
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Academic Background
Dr. Omid Rahmani is currently a PhD candidate in Engineering, specializing in Highway and Transportation Engineering at Shahrood University of Technology, Iran, where he has maintained an impressive GPA of 3.776/4.0 since September 2018. His dissertation focuses on the “Development of acceleration-based methods for evaluation of road geometric characteristics,” under the guidance of Dr. Ghasemzadeh Tehrani and co-advisor Dr. Iman Aghayan. Prior to his doctoral studies, he earned a Master of Engineering in Highway and Transportation Engineering from Islamic Azad University South Tehran Branch, completing his degree in June 2017 with a GPA of 3.178/4.0. His master’s thesis, titled “Optimization of Geometric Design of New Roundabouts with Introduction and Emphasis on Interchange Turbo-Roundabouts,” was supervised by Dr. Ali MansourKhaki, while his seminar on “Introducing new types of pedestrian crossing facilities and ways to improve their safety” was guided by Dr. Rayhaneh Sadat Shahangian.
Professional Experience
Dr. Omid Rahmani has contributed to various projects within the field of highway and transportation engineering. His practical experience includes involvement in traffic engineering analyses, geometric design optimizations, and safety assessments, focusing on the dynamic interactions between vehicles and roadway features.
Research Focus
Dr. Omid Rahmani’s research interests encompass a wide range of topics within highway and transportation engineering. He is particularly focused on traffic engineering, where he seeks to modify and improve Highway Capacity Manual (HCM) measures through simulation and traffic detection techniques. Additionally, Dr. Rahmani explores conflict-based and proactive methods, aiming to enhance surrogate safety measure indicators and indexes. His work includes conducting traffic impact studies and performing safety analyses of highway geometric design based on vehicle dynamic modeling. He is also engaged in safety policy and planning initiatives, such as VISION ZERO, and investigates vehicle safety, particularly the interaction between road surfaces and tires. Furthermore, Dr. Rahmani employs crash-based and active methods to collect crash data and analyze accidents, while also focusing on highway design and operation, including at-grade intersections and interchanges. His commitment to road safety management is evident in his interest in optimizing the Maintenance Priority Index (PMS), demonstrating his dedication to improving overall roadway safety and efficiency.
Publication Top Notes
Sedaghat Shayegan, D., & Rahmani, O. (2016). Transportation Engineering. Andisheh Talaie. ISBN: 978-600-7717-43-1 (in Persian).
Rahmani, O., & Ramezani, M. R. (2016). Practical Learning Simulation Software of Traffic (Aimsun). Andisheh Talaie. ISBN: 978-600-7717-2 (in Persian).
Rahmani, O., Abdollahzadeh Nasiri, A. S., Aghayan, I., & Hadadi, F. (2024). A nonlinear analytical approach for estimating vehicle braking distance based on multi-body dynamic simulation. Sadhana Journal.
Hasanvand, M., Abdollahzadeh Nasiri, A. S., Rahmani, O., & Samadi, H. (2023). A conflict-based safety diagnosis of SCI roundabouts using a surrogate safety measure model. Sustainability.
Rahmani, O., Abdollahzadeh Nasiri, A. S., & Aghayan, I. (2023). The effect of the number of right-turn and left-turn lanes on the performance of undersaturated isolated signalized intersections. Journal of Advanced Transportation.
Samadi, H., Aghayan, I., Abdollahzadeh Nasiri, A. S., Rahmani, O., & Hasanvand, M. (2023). Platoon-based assessment of two-way two-lane roads performance measure: A classification method. Journal of Advanced Transportation.
Abdollahzadeh Nasiri, A. S., Rahmani, O., Abdi Kordani, A., Karballaeezadeh, N., & Mosavi, A. (2020). Evaluation of safety in horizontal curves of roads using a multi-body dynamic simulation process. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 17(16), p.5975.
Rahmani, O., Ghasemzadeh Tehrani, H., & Abdollahzadeh Nasiri, A. S. (2022). A new procedure for analysis of ride quality in roads using multi-body dynamic simulation. Innovative Infrastructure Solutions, 7(3).
Kordani, A. A., Rahmani, O., Abdollahzadeh Nasiri, A. S., & Boroomandrad, S. M. (2018). Effect of adverse weather conditions on vehicle braking distance of highways. Civil Engineering Journal, 4(1), p.46.
Abdi, A., Salehi Kalam, A., Siamardi, K., & Rahmani, O. (2017). Identifying features of traffic hysteresis on freeways. Journal of Transportation Research, 13(4), pp.76-96.
Abdi Kordani, A., Rahmani, O., Abdollahzadeh Nasiri, A. S., & Boroomandrad, S. M. (2017). Dynamic simulation of vehicle, a new method for assessment of occupant comfort while passing on different types of geometric design routes. In The 16th International Conference on Traffic and Transportation Engineering, Tehran, Iran (in Persian, Oral).
Conclusion
In summary, the individual’s educational background, significant research contributions, impactful work, innovative approach, and commitment to community engagement collectively position them as an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Their achievements and dedication to advancing knowledge underscore their suitability for this prestigious recognition.