OUR PEOPLE
Academic Credentials
- Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, 2020
- M.Sc., Mechanical Engineering, Oregon State University, 2017
- B.Sc., Mechanical Engineering, University of Tehran, 2015
Academic Appointments
- Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Auburn University, 2021-2024
Professional Honors
- SME Young Manufacturing Engineer Award, 2025
Professional Affiliations
- ASME since 2016
- SME since 2026
Dr. Mirkoohi is a mechanical engineer specializing in advanced manufacturing, materials science, and failure analysis. She supports clients across aerospace, automotive, medical devices, defense, and industrial sectors, with expertise in product failure investigations, defect mitigation, and process reliability. Her work integrates multi-resolution experiments, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and computational modeling to deliver data-driven solutions for complex engineering challenges.
HVAC Systems
Dr. Mirkoohi provides engineering support for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, focusing on mechanical failure analysis, thermal stress evaluation, and component reliability. She has investigated failures in compressors, fans, and heat exchangers, using experimental diagnostics and simulation tools to assess performance under cyclic thermal and mechanical loads. She is well-versed in standards such as ASHRAE, AHRI, and UL, helping clients improve system efficiency, durability, and compliance with safety and energy regulations.
Intellectual Property & Trade Secret Disputes
Dr. Mirkoohi supports litigation involving allegations of trade secret misappropriation and theft of proprietary manufacturing processes. Her role includes technical comparison of manufacturing workflows, materials, and performance characteristics to assess claims of process replication or reverse engineering. She applies forensic engineering methods, experimental validation, and industry standards (e.g., ASTM, ISO) to evaluate the originality and distinctiveness of manufacturing techniques. Her analyses help clarify technical facts in support of legal arguments related to intellectual property and competitive advantage.
Machinery Performance and Safeguarding Investigations
Dr. Mirkoohi contributes to forensic investigations involving injuries resulting from mechanical component failures. In these cases, she conducts root cause analysis through physical inspection, material testing, and simulation of failure scenarios. Her work includes evaluating design integrity, manufacturing defects, and maintenance history to determine the cause of malfunction. She applies relevant safety standards such as OSHA, ASME, and ISO, and provides technical insights to support litigation, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation strategies.
Aerospace
Dr. Mirkoohi conducts failure analysis and root cause investigations of aerospace components such as propellers, gears, and structural assemblies. Her work includes fatigue testing, thermal-mechanical simulations, and microstructural analysis to evaluate failure mechanisms under operational and environmental loads. She has led experimental studies on propeller fatigue and gear degradation, integrating finite element modeling with metallurgical evaluations. Her assessments align with aerospace industry standards such as ASTM, ASME, and FAA guidelines, supporting clients in ensuring airworthiness and structural integrity.
Automotive
In the automotive sector, Dr. Mirkoohi focuses on drivetrain and electric vehicle systems, with specialized expertise in electrically-induced bearing damage. She has conducted experimental and computational investigations into bearing wear, gear failures, and residual stress effects in high-performance components. Her work includes thermal and mechanical modeling of EV drivetrain components, and she applies standards such as ISO 281 and SAE J1459 in her evaluations. These analyses support defect mitigation, predictive maintenance, and compliance with automotive reliability and safety standards.
Electronic Consumer Products
Dr. Mirkoohi supports clients in the electronics sector by investigating mechanical and thermal failures in consumer devices such as smartphones, wearables, and home appliances. Her work includes root cause analysis of component fatigue, solder joint cracking, and heat-induced material degradation. She combines experimental testing with finite element simulations to assess structural integrity and thermal performance. Her evaluations are guided by standards such as IPC-A-610, JEDEC JESD22, and UL safety protocols, helping manufacturers enhance product reliability and meet regulatory compliance.
Modeling and Simulation
As a consultant, Dr. Mirkoohi applies computational modeling, AI-driven predictive maintenance, and physics-based simulations to identify and understand the causes of mechanical and material failures. Her work focuses on realizing failure mechanisms, diagnosing defects, and assessing structural integrity to support clients in failure prevention and risk mitigation.
Prior to joining Ä¢¹½tv, Dr. Mirkoohi was an assistant professor at Auburn University. She received her PhD from Georgia institute of Technology and worked on projects involving understanding the integrity and performance of mechanical components for various sectors such as aerospace, medical, automotive, and manufacturing machinery.