Assaad Zoughaib

Professor

Center · CEEP

Keywords

Awards & distinctions

2025 Member of IIR Commission E1
2016 Admitted to the Institut Mines Télécom through the competitive examination based on academic qualifications and research, specializing in “Applied Thermodynamics”

Team

TDS - Thermodynamique des Systèmes

Biography

Assaad Zoughaib is a researcher specializing in industrial energy efficiency, process decarbonization, and the integration of sustainable energy systems. His work focuses on optimizing industrial networks, particularly through exergetic analysis, dynamic modeling, and multi-period integration of resources such as hydrogen, waste heat, and water. He develops advanced methodologies, such as mixed-integer linear programming (MILP) models, to design industrial eco-parks (EIPs) that incorporate synergies among stakeholders and macroeconomic constraints (CO₂ markets, RFNBO regulations). His research also addresses energy conversion technologies, such as high-temperature heat pumps, thermal membrane distillation, and passive radiative coatings, using a systems-based approach that combines energy, economic, and environmental analyses. His expertise extends to the modeling of heat exchangers, gas turbines, and heat recovery systems, with the aim of reducing the carbon footprint of the industrial and energy sectors.

Publication(s)

2026
Design of an eco-industrial park for hydrogen and Fischer–Tropsch fuel deployment under the European policy framework DOI : 10.1016/j.enconman.2026.121288
2025
All-day radiative cooling with superhydrophobic, fluorine-free polydimethylsiloxane-embedded porous polyethylene coating DOI : 10.1016/j.mtsust.2025.101168
2025
Thermodynamic architecture for steam generation using heat pumps system valorizing industrial waste heat; [Architecture thermodynamique pour la production de vapeur par un système de pompes à chaleur valorisant les chaleurs résiduelles industrielles] DOI : 10.1016/j.ijrefrig.2024.12.010
2025
Methodology and Technology Development Toward Circular Industrial Clusters: Application to the Energy-Water-Hydrogen Nexus DOI : 10.1007/978-94-024-2345-7_15
2025
Simplified dynamic heat exchanger models for heat recovery steam generators DOI : 10.24425/ather.2025.154197
2024
THEORETICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL STUDY OF FLASH TANK IN A HEAT PUMP BASED STEAM GENERATION - PART 1 DOI : 10.52202/077185-0086
2024
MULTI-RESOURCE INTEGRATION ASSOCIATED WITH THE DEPLOYMENT OF HYDROGEN AND DERIVATIVES IN AN INDUSTRIAL HUB DOI : 10.52202/077185-0006
2024
THEORETICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL STUDY OF FLASH TANK IN A HEAT PUMP BASED STEAM GENERATION - PART 2 DOI : 10.52202/077185-0087
2024
NUMERICAL INVESTIGATION OF THE BENEFITS OF DAYTIME RADIATIVE SKY COOLING PANELS AS SUB-COOLER ON THE EFFICIENCY OF VAPOR COMPRESSION CYCLE COOLING SYSTEMS DOI : 10.52202/077185-0076
2024
Deployment Integration Strategy for Daytime Radiative Cooling Materials: A Comparative Numerical Analysis of Roof Cooling and Water-Cooling Panels DOI : 10.1051/epjconf/202430913002
2023
A comprehensive review of water distillation technologies for green hydrogen production DOI : 10.52202/069564-0165
2022
Levelized cost and carbon content of hydrogen produced by electrolysis
2022
Design methodology of a radial turbine for series hybrid electric vehicles
2022
Preface
2022
Assessment of exhaust gas recirculation in gas turbines: a thermodynamic approach
2022
Exhaust gas recirculation applied to single-shaft gas turbines: An energy and exergy approach DOI : 10.1016/j.energy.2021.121656
2021
Well-to-Wheel analysis of natural gas fuel for hybrid truck applications DOI : 10.1016/j.enconman.2021.114271
2021
An analytical model to study the dynamic response of heat exchanger network DOI : 10.1016/j.ijheatmasstransfer.2021.121461
2021
Multiperiod Optimization Problem for Heat Network Design Including Consumers Competition
2021
Well-to-Wheel analysis of natural gas for hybrid electric truck application DOI : 10.1051/e3sconf/202126604011
2021
A multi-period optimization model for the design of mass networks including conversion systems and gas storage models: Application for hydrogen generation, distribution and storage DOI : 10.1016/j.compchemeng.2021.107448
2021
Production planning for district heating networks: A sequential method to consider share of renewables in annual heat production DOI : 10.1016/j.egyr.2021.08.151
2021
Mass and heat valorization networks design for eco-industrial parks in non-cooperative schemes
2020
Modified upright cup method for testing water vapor permeability in porous membranes DOI : 10.1016/j.energy.2020.117057
2020
Liquid Desiccant Dehumidification System for Indoor Pools Using a Novel Membrane Heat and Mass Exchanger
2020
Test of condensing units' performance and operating limits using different refrigerants DOI : 10.1846/iir.iccc.2020.292522
2020
A three degrees-of-freedom power modulation sensitivity analysis: Performance improvement of single-shaft gas turbines at part-load
2020
Iterative non-linear programming method for the heat exchanger network design
2020
Solar Regeneration Loop of a Liquid Desiccant Simulation
2020
Sequential methods to choose sub-minimal sensor networks designed for energy audit
2019
Hybrid optimization methodology (Exergy/pinch) and application on a simple process DOI : 10.3390/en12173324
2019
Cascaded liquid desiccant system for humidity control in space conditioned by cooled membrane ceiling and displacement ventilation DOI : 10.1016/j.enconman.2019.05.102
2019
Agent-based conceptual framework for energy and material synergy patterns in a territory with non-cooperative governance DOI : 10.1016/j.compchemeng.2019.106596
2019
Site wide heat integration in eco-industrial parks considering variable operating conditions DOI : 10.1016/j.compchemeng.2019.04.013
2019
Transcritical industrial heat pump using HFO's for up to 150°C hot air supply DOI : 10.18462/iir.icr.2019.1184
2019
Experimental study of residential air-to-air heat pump performances in the field DOI : 10.18462/iir.icr.2019.0497
2019
Decomposition strategies for solving a large-scale multi-period heat integration MILP problem including heat storages
2019
Experimental study on oil charge impact on a scroll compressor energy performance DOI : 10.18462/iir.icr.2019.1056
2019
Cogeneration options to improve the economical balance of a wood based SNG process
2019
Exergy/Pinch hybrid method enhanced with “Load Influence Matrix” and application to a simple industrial process
2019
Fast Bypass Selection Method during the Heat Exchanger Network Synthesis DOI : 10.1016/B978-0-12-818634-3.50058-8
2019
A methodology to design flexible heat recovery in industrial parks: Application to district heating supply
2018
A novel hybrid exergy/pinch process integration methodology DOI : 10.1016/j.energy.2018.05.082
2018
Humidity control of liquid desiccant membrane ceiling and displacement ventilation system DOI : 10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2018.08.036
2018
Heat and power integration for industrial parks: An exergy and economical based assessment for a harbor industrial area
2018
Assessment of hybrid greenhouse/hot air biomass drying in a briquetting process
2018
Investigation of thermal comfort in a space conditioned by liquid desiccant membrane chilled ceiling/displacement ventilation system
2018
Performances of gas turbines in oil &gas applications: Simple thermodynamic methods help predict major trends DOI : 10.1115/GT2018-75046
2018
A methodology for the flexibility assessment of site wide heat integration scenarios DOI : 10.1016/j.energy.2018.04.090
2018
District heating network design considering fluctuations in the demand and thermal storage means
2017
Displacement ventilation with cooled liquid desiccant dehumidification membrane at ceiling; modeling and design charts DOI : 10.1016/j.energy.2017.08.046
2017
An MILP model for the simultaneous design of mass and heat networks of a collaborative eco-industrial park DOI : 10.1016/B978-0-444-63965-3.50325-1
2017
Optimal Sensor Network Design to Monitor the Energy Performances of a Process Plant DOI : 10.1016/B978-0-444-63965-3.50253-1
2017
An MILP model for simultaneous mass allocation and heat exchange networks design with regeneration units DOI : 10.1016/B978-0-444-63965-3.50307-X
2017
Atomization of high viscosity liquids through hydraulic atomizers designed for water atomization DOI : 10.1016/j.expthermflusci.2017.03.004
2017
A Multi-Period MINLP Model for district heating networks design considering production systems architecture optimization
2017
A methodology for the flexibility assessment of side wide heat integration scenarios
2017
Exergy recovery during LNG gasification using ambient air as heat source DOI : 10.5541/ijot.5000205268
2017
A hybrid no frost refrigeration system using a membrane based desiccant system
2017
An MILP model for simultaneous mass allocation and heat exchange networks design DOI : 10.1016/j.ces.2016.10.041
2017
Exergy recovery during LNG gasification using ambient air as heat source DOI : 10.5541/EOGUIJT.297405
2017
From pinch methodology to pinch-exergy integration of flexible systems
2017
A novel hybrid exergy/pinch process integration methodology
2017
Alga culture – Photo-bioreactor energy integration on a fresh cut manufacturing industry
2017
Thermo economic method to design optimal scheme for water / water heat pump systems with storage tanks
2016
Extending the energy system optimization to new paradigms DOI : 10.1115/DETC2016-59874.pdf
2016
Heat integration in regeneration process of molecular sieves including heat storages DOI : 10.5541/ijot.5000153529
2016
Exergy recovery during LNG gasification using ambient air as heat source
2016
Design of an integrated waste wood to heat and hydrogen conversion system: A parametric study
2016
Methodology for preselecting heat-integrated mass allocation networks likely to be associated with cost efficient HEN DOI : 10.1016/B978-0-444-63428-3.50023-0
2016
Experimental investigation and modeling of a hermetic scroll expander DOI : 10.1016/j.apenergy.2016.08.030
2016
Is Wood Waste Only for Burning? A Methodology for Best Pathway Identification of Waste Recovery DOI : 10.1016/B978-0-444-63428-3.50038-2
2015
Coupled heat and resource allocation network design considering multi-contaminants, properties and non-isothermal mixing
2015
Heating and cooling networks design algorithm for site wide energy integration
2015
Retrofit of R-410A in a water chiller: Test of four low GWP candidates DOI : 10.18462/iir.icr.2015.0418
2015
New features to Barbaro's heat exchanger network algorithm: Heat exchanger technologies and waste heat flow representation
2015
Simultaneous heating and cooling production devices composed by reverse cycle systems under variable loads DOI : 10.1016/j.ijrefrig.2015.01.006
2015
Simultaneous heat integrated resource allocation network targeting for total annual cost considering non-isothermal mixing DOI : 10.1016/j.ces.2015.05.027
2015
A R-32 transcritical heat pump for high temperature industrial applications DOI : 10.18462/iir.icr.2015.0599
2015
Optimal design of a hybrid air conditioning system under electrical grid constraint DOI : 10.18462/iir.icr.2015.0109
2015
Heat integration in regeneration process of molecular sieves including heat storages
2015
A new methodology combining total site analysis with exergy analysis DOI : 10.1016/j.compchemeng.2015.07.010
2015
A MILP algorithm for utilities pre-design based on the Pinch Analysis and an exergy criterion DOI : 10.1016/j.compchemeng.2014.12.010
2014
An exergy-based MILP algorithm for heat pumps integration in industrial processes DOI : 10.5541/ijot.554
2014
ORC optimization for medium grade heat recovery DOI : 10.1016/j.energy.2014.01.066
2014
Design and realization of zeroaerosol cooling towers DOI : 10.1128/9781555815660.ch124
2013
Simulating load variations of an integrated process operating with heat pump in order to improve design and control strategies
2013
An Exergy-based LP algorithm for Heat Pump Integration in industrial processes
2013
Transient thermal and aerodynamic modeling of pitched roof: Evaluation of the potential of energy recovery in the air layer for heating purposes
2012
Dynamic modeling of an integrated air-to-air heat pump using Modelica DOI : 10.1016/j.ijrefrig.2012.03.009
2012
Boiling heat transfer and pressure drop of R-134a and R-1234yf in minichannels for low mass fluxes DOI : 10.1016/j.ijrefrig.2012.03.004
2012
Origins of the debate on the life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption of first-generation biofuels - A sensitivity analysis approach DOI : 10.1016/j.biombioe.2012.02.011
2012
Hydrodynamic study of an internal airlift reactor for microalgae culture DOI : 10.1007/s00253-011-3398-9
2011
Process integration in a "food canning factory"
2011
Modelica-based modelling and simulation of dry-expansion shell-and-tube evaporators working with alternative refrigerant mixtures DOI : 10.1016/j.ijrefrig.2011.03.010
2011
Quasi-steady state modeling of an air source heat pump water heater DOI : 10.1016/j.egypro.2011.05.037
2011
Multi-objective optimization of a multi water-to-water heat pump system using evolutionary algorithm DOI : 10.1016/j.apenergy.2011.04.013
2010
Integration of heat pump in district heating and cooling systems
2010
Thermal integration of heat pumps in cheese factory
2010
Modeling natural convection in a pitched thermosyphon system in building roofs and experimental validation using particle image velocimetry DOI : 10.1016/j.enbuild.2010.02.019
2010
Flow boiling heat transfer and pressure drop of pure HFC-152a in a horizontal mini-channel DOI : 10.1016/j.ijrefrig.2009.12.006
2010
Reversible heat pump model for seasonal performance optimization DOI : 10.1016/j.enbuild.2010.07.007
2009
Characterization of sewage sludge water vapor diffusivity in low-temperature conductive drying DOI : 10.1615/JPorMedia.v12.i12.50
2008
Modeling of a solar and heat pump sludge drying system DOI : 10.1016/j.ijrefrig.2008.03.003
2008
Environmental impacts and costs of solid waste: A comparison of landfill and incineration DOI : 10.1177/0734242X07080755
2007
How to account for CO2 emissions from biomass in an LCA DOI : 10.1065/lca2007.06.347

Teaching

Heat and Mass Transfer

Course Director

ATHENS - MP30 - Life Cycle of Energy Systems

Guest Lecturer

The course alternates formal lectures on the various aspects of the life cycle—technical, economic, and ecological—with project-based sessions led by practitioners. In this way, the concepts introduced gradually are applied through case studies in workshops. The course therefore requires fairly intensive work concentrated over the course of one week. Feedback from previous years confirms this.

PhD supervision

2026 Hybrid modeling of energy and matter flows in multi-purpose hubs: integrating the agent-based numerical method for mobility, stochastic approach for residential demand, and semi-detailed approach for energy-intensive site activities. TISSANDIER Alexandre
2026 4D simulation of drones and study of thermal management of onboard energy systems MAKAROON Michelle
2025 Development of an artificial intelligence methodology and multi-physics modeling for optimizing industrial processes operating in transient regimes. HERASYMENKO Vladyslav
2025 Sustainable and non-hazardous fluids for dual-service heat pumps ZEGHONDY Ghady
2024 Design and experimental study of a dual-compressor heat pump including a battery ELMONIER Eslam
2024 Methodology for optimal integration of heat pumps in industrial processes: considering technological integration constraints, economic factors, and flexibility requirements EL SAYED Sali
2024 Development of a digital twin for optimal control and predictive maintenance of triple-service heat pumps for collective housing KHAIRALLAH Michael
2023 Online diagnostic methodology for the performance of electric power generation systems in dynamic operation YOUSSEF Nabil
2023 Modeling and experimental validation of refrigeration and heat pump cycles using water as a refrigerant FAYAD Raed
2022 Flexible Thermodynamic Architecture for Steam Production JOUNI Wassim
2022 Development of a hybrid optimization methodology for strategic hydrogen valley design TANO N'Guessan
2022 Strategies for integrating daytime radiative passive cooling panels into cooling production systems ZGHAIB Peter
2021 Modeling and characterization of membrane exchangers with integrated heat recovery: applications to membrane distillation ARGANDONA VILLAVICENCIO Rolando
2021 CO2 valorization in polyester: process scale-up and modeling AL JURDI Maan
2020 Study of heat exchanger conditions in a thermoacoustic machine. SKAYEM Jean Paul
2019 Optimal and flexible control of gas turbines HACHEM Joe
2019 Topology optimization of heat exchangers in turbulent flow using the porosity method HOLKA Quentin
2018 Optimization methods for the design of eco-industrial parks considering temporal dynamics WISSOCQ Thibaut
2018 Creation of a digital twin of a refrigeration system and experimental validation: application to leak detection HADDAD Etienne
2017 Experimental and numerical study of an oil-injected cooling compression system for screw compressors ABOU RACHED Ghady
2017 Methodology for developing a flexible, controllable, and cost-effective heat exchanger network YANG Rupu
2016 Hybrid Refrigeration System Featuring an Innovative Membrane Heat Exchanger MUSTAPHA Rasha
2015 Methodology for the optimized design of integrated urban heating and cooling networks APOSTOLOU Matthildi
2015 Hybrid optimization methodology (Exergy/Pinch) and application to industrial processes BOU MALHAM Christelle
2015 Optimal instrumentation for monitoring the energy performance of an industrial process RAMEH Hala
2015 Methodology for evaluating the flexibility of energy integration solutions for eco-industrial parks KACHACHA Christina