About me
Pocono Lake, Pennsylvania
I completed my undergraduate studies in mechanical engineering at the University of Jordan, where I was mentored by Prof. Ahmad Al-Qaisia and Prof. Ali Nayfeh who ultimately inspired me to pursue my Ph.D. in the US. In 2015, I joined Villanova University and the VCADS center, where I worked with Prof. C. Nataraj on numerous projects in predictive maintenance and machine learning.
In 2021, I joined PARC to support the launch of new industrial IoT ventures. My interests include applications of AI in diagnostics, structural health monitoring, feature engineering and data analytics and recently I have been interested in cloud deployment. I have 7 years of experience in data-based and model-based algorithm development as well as hands-on data acquisition and sensory knowledge.
I have authored and co-authored +18 publications in peer-reviewed journals, book chapters and international conferences. My work has contributed to securing $1.5 million in various grants.
I am an active member of the PHM Society and I have served on the organizing and technical committees since 2017. I have also served as a reviewer for many scientific journals. In my free time, I enjoy building stuff, hiking, taking road trips and watching classic movies.
Email: tmhajmoha AT gmail DOT com
Email: tmhajmoha AT gmail DOT com
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Foad Nazari, Machine Learning Scientist at Rajanat Corporation
Foad Nazari, Machine Learning Scientist at Rajanat Corporation
I have known Turki since I began working at VCADS in May 2018 and I have been continuously working with him on several research projects. His machine learning and programming skills helped us immensely to develop a novel diagnostic approach and achieve remarkable results. I had the pleasure of auditing a machine learning course where Turki lectured on deep learning. It was insightful and impressive. I loved it and personally learned a great deal. As a lecturer, he excelled in his ability to relay complicated materials in a way that was easily understood. His deep knowledge of this topic was evident. During two years of close work with Turki, I found him exceptional in self-learning and problem-solving. He is highly intelligent, has strong analytical skills and can tackle the challenges from different perspectives. He is exceptional in interdisciplinary research, specially developing hybrid data-physics approaches. At a personal level, Turki is a well-disciplined, hard-working student with a pleasant personality. He is always willing to help and displays enthusiasm to elevate others in the team. He is brilliant in planning, teamwork, and presentation.
I have known Turki since I began working at VCADS in May 2018 and I have been continuously working with him on several research projects. His machine learning and programming skills helped us immensely to develop a novel diagnostic approach and achieve remarkable results. I had the pleasure of auditing a machine learning course where Turki lectured on deep learning. It was insightful and impressive. I loved it and personally learned a great deal. As a lecturer, he excelled in his ability to relay complicated materials in a way that was easily understood. His deep knowledge of this topic was evident. During two years of close work with Turki, I found him exceptional in self-learning and problem-solving. He is highly intelligent, has strong analytical skills and can tackle the challenges from different perspectives. He is exceptional in interdisciplinary research, specially developing hybrid data-physics approaches. At a personal level, Turki is a well-disciplined, hard-working student with a pleasant personality. He is always willing to help and displays enthusiasm to elevate others in the team. He is brilliant in planning, teamwork, and presentation.
Mary Spillane, Mechanical Design Engineer at L3Harris Corporation
Mary Spillane, Mechanical Design Engineer at L3Harris Corporation
While I was an undergraduate student at Villanova University, I worked with Turki on a research project, under Dr. C. Nataraj, observing non-linear dynamic systems. I had limited knowledge pertaining to linear dynamic systems, let alone non-linear dynamic systems, yet Turki was very patient and understanding while I slowly became accustomed to the nature of the research. We worked together for a semester and his kind demeanor never wavered. Turki's work ethic is incredibly strong and I could see that after only a few days of working with him. He is a great team player who selflessly helps others and is able to ask for help if necessary. If something needs to be completed, Turki will do everything to make sure that it is finished, wholly and on time. I learned a lot that semester and I am very thankful I had Turki as my mentor.
While I was an undergraduate student at Villanova University, I worked with Turki on a research project, under Dr. C. Nataraj, observing non-linear dynamic systems. I had limited knowledge pertaining to linear dynamic systems, let alone non-linear dynamic systems, yet Turki was very patient and understanding while I slowly became accustomed to the nature of the research. We worked together for a semester and his kind demeanor never wavered. Turki's work ethic is incredibly strong and I could see that after only a few days of working with him. He is a great team player who selflessly helps others and is able to ask for help if necessary. If something needs to be completed, Turki will do everything to make sure that it is finished, wholly and on time. I learned a lot that semester and I am very thankful I had Turki as my mentor.
Aaron Seigle, System Integration And Test Engineer at L3Harris Technologies
Aaron Seigle, System Integration And Test Engineer at L3Harris Technologies
Working under Turki was a tremendous learning experience. He is a very disciplined man who always held me accountable, but held no reservations when it came to providing me with help. At the time I worked with Turki, this was my first research experience so I was very unsure of myself. However, within minutes of consulting with Turki, he clearly outlined the goals of the project. Furthermore, it was through Turki’s mentorship that I was able to learn the basics of machine learning, and how it can be applied in nonlinear dynamic systems. He has a breadth of knowledge in developing these data-driven algorithms for system diagnostics. It is truly impressive the passion that he exudes for the fields that he studies, and it clearly shows in his work. This passion is something I try to carry into my future endeavors. Truly appreciated working with Turki, and he would make a great fit into any company’s culture.
Working under Turki was a tremendous learning experience. He is a very disciplined man who always held me accountable, but held no reservations when it came to providing me with help. At the time I worked with Turki, this was my first research experience so I was very unsure of myself. However, within minutes of consulting with Turki, he clearly outlined the goals of the project. Furthermore, it was through Turki’s mentorship that I was able to learn the basics of machine learning, and how it can be applied in nonlinear dynamic systems. He has a breadth of knowledge in developing these data-driven algorithms for system diagnostics. It is truly impressive the passion that he exudes for the fields that he studies, and it clearly shows in his work. This passion is something I try to carry into my future endeavors. Truly appreciated working with Turki, and he would make a great fit into any company’s culture.
Ala'aldin Alafaghani, Additive Manufacturing Researcher
Ala'aldin Alafaghani, Additive Manufacturing Researcher
Turki is one of the most brilliant people I have worked with. I have known him for 11 years. We worked together on countless projects through my undergrad and Ph.D which all received outstanding reviews. He is creative, dedicated, very easy to work with, and he continuously supports the people around him. He has excellent experience with machine learning and data-based system identification. It is always rewarding to consult Turki whenever a project involves advanced machine learning. He can analyze the problem from different angles and formulate it such that it can be solved using efficient tools. In addition to that, he can communicate this effectively regardless of the collaborators' background. He also assisted me by building a study plan for machine learning by collecting available online courses, which progresses from basic to advanced. His understanding of the system dynamics and experience in machine learning, in addition to his work ethics and communication skills, make collaborating with him a productive and pleasant experience.
Turki is one of the most brilliant people I have worked with. I have known him for 11 years. We worked together on countless projects through my undergrad and Ph.D which all received outstanding reviews. He is creative, dedicated, very easy to work with, and he continuously supports the people around him. He has excellent experience with machine learning and data-based system identification. It is always rewarding to consult Turki whenever a project involves advanced machine learning. He can analyze the problem from different angles and formulate it such that it can be solved using efficient tools. In addition to that, he can communicate this effectively regardless of the collaborators' background. He also assisted me by building a study plan for machine learning by collecting available online courses, which progresses from basic to advanced. His understanding of the system dynamics and experience in machine learning, in addition to his work ethics and communication skills, make collaborating with him a productive and pleasant experience.
Zihan Liu, PhD student at Villanova University
Zihan Liu, PhD student at Villanova University
I am lucky to have worked with Turki, a PHD candidate with a rare combination of patience, erudition, passion, and research skills. At the time I worked with Turki, I was experiencing my first study abroad in my life. Because of the cultural differences and the lack of proficiency in English, it was hard for me to carry out my own study and research work. It was Turki that patiently guided me in all aspects, outlining the main objectives of my projects, debugging my programming, even reminded me of the key points I have missed in the meeting. His warm heart and patience helped me go through the most difficult days. Another thing impressed me was his breadth of knowledge not only in machine learning and nonlinear dynamic but also a wide range in other fields, that is why he is always able to come up with constructive ideas and thought-provoking ideas, which makes him the most helpful member in our group. It can be imagined that excellent research ability must come from strict self-discipline and time management. Turki has a detailed schedule, a clear set of priorities, therefore, for every weekly group meeting, he can always clearly report his progress and then puts forward his own questions and ideas for discussion even if he is involved in or responsible for many projects at the same time. It is no exaggeration to say that his excellent management ability ensures our team running on multiple lines simultaneously. Furthermore, the most incredible thing is that he can make his schedule flexible while keeping all the projects running smoothly. In fact, our advisor sometimes assigns sudden and urgent tasks, like developing a 3D model by SolidWorks for the ventilator he is designing and modifying to cope with the corvid-19 epidemic or making preparing for some temporary slides and proposals, Turki can always spare time to help, of courses including responding the consulting from someone like me. All of this is admirable. Turki's talent as a researcher makes him a valuable member of our team. I am sure he will be the asset to the next organization he joins and I am happy to give him my full recommendation on Linkedin.
I am lucky to have worked with Turki, a PHD candidate with a rare combination of patience, erudition, passion, and research skills. At the time I worked with Turki, I was experiencing my first study abroad in my life. Because of the cultural differences and the lack of proficiency in English, it was hard for me to carry out my own study and research work. It was Turki that patiently guided me in all aspects, outlining the main objectives of my projects, debugging my programming, even reminded me of the key points I have missed in the meeting. His warm heart and patience helped me go through the most difficult days. Another thing impressed me was his breadth of knowledge not only in machine learning and nonlinear dynamic but also a wide range in other fields, that is why he is always able to come up with constructive ideas and thought-provoking ideas, which makes him the most helpful member in our group. It can be imagined that excellent research ability must come from strict self-discipline and time management. Turki has a detailed schedule, a clear set of priorities, therefore, for every weekly group meeting, he can always clearly report his progress and then puts forward his own questions and ideas for discussion even if he is involved in or responsible for many projects at the same time. It is no exaggeration to say that his excellent management ability ensures our team running on multiple lines simultaneously. Furthermore, the most incredible thing is that he can make his schedule flexible while keeping all the projects running smoothly. In fact, our advisor sometimes assigns sudden and urgent tasks, like developing a 3D model by SolidWorks for the ventilator he is designing and modifying to cope with the corvid-19 epidemic or making preparing for some temporary slides and proposals, Turki can always spare time to help, of courses including responding the consulting from someone like me. All of this is admirable. Turki's talent as a researcher makes him a valuable member of our team. I am sure he will be the asset to the next organization he joins and I am happy to give him my full recommendation on Linkedin.
Benjamin Trinkle, Research Assistant at VCADS
Benjamin Trinkle, Research Assistant at VCADS
Over 3 years of my undergraduate career, Turki was my TA, mentor, and research partner within VCADS at Villanova. Turki has a number of qualities that make him a pleasure to work with and an inspiring person to learn from. His willingness to learn and help others makes him a natural leader. Turki was always an active and integral participant in all of our group discussions. It sometimes seemed like Turki was more interested in our peers' work than they were! Turki's work ethic was legendary within our VCADS group. He enjoyed playing the role of mentor or collaborator in a number of different research projects. Turki had an uncanny ability to see patterns and outcomes, and he always had a clear understanding of where a project was heading. He was always available for advice, and he took as much joy from my successes as I did. I have no doubt that Turki will succeed wherever he goes, and he will remain an important part of my time at Villanova.
Over 3 years of my undergraduate career, Turki was my TA, mentor, and research partner within VCADS at Villanova. Turki has a number of qualities that make him a pleasure to work with and an inspiring person to learn from. His willingness to learn and help others makes him a natural leader. Turki was always an active and integral participant in all of our group discussions. It sometimes seemed like Turki was more interested in our peers' work than they were! Turki's work ethic was legendary within our VCADS group. He enjoyed playing the role of mentor or collaborator in a number of different research projects. Turki had an uncanny ability to see patterns and outcomes, and he always had a clear understanding of where a project was heading. He was always available for advice, and he took as much joy from my successes as I did. I have no doubt that Turki will succeed wherever he goes, and he will remain an important part of my time at Villanova.