National Recognition

The Aviation Engineering Department at Tishk International University proudly announces its successful participation in the 10th National Innovation Competition in Engineering (NICE 2025). Under the theme “Targeting Smart Sustainable Innovations,” three fourth-year students represented TIU with exceptional research projects that showcased innovation and academic excellence.

Award-Winning Projects

First Place Winner
Yasin Kamaran Ali presented “Design and Performance Analysis for a Blade-less Drone for Search Operation on Triphibian Terrains,” supervised by Prof. Dr. Abdullateef Jadallah. This project demonstrated innovative drone design for versatile search and rescue operations across land, water, and air environments.

Second Place Winner
Taha Abdullah Burhan developed an “AI-Powered Flight Navigation System for UAVs” under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Qaysar M. Salih. The project showcased advanced artificial intelligence applications for unmanned aerial vehicle navigation and control systems.

Third Place Winner
Muhammed Abdulkhalq created a “Study, Design, and Construction of a Retractable Electric Landing Gear” supervised by Dr. Soorkeu Abdulwahab. This project focused on innovative landing gear technology enhancing aircraft efficiency and sustainability.

Competition Highlights

The students’ projects received recognition for:

  • Environmental sustainability solutions in aviation

  • Operational efficiency improvements

  • Safety enhancements through innovative technology

  • Practical applications for real-world aviation challenges

  • Creativity and scientific merit in engineering design

Departmental Achievement

This accomplishment reflects the Aviation Engineering Department’s commitment to:

  • Fostering innovation and research excellence

  • Encouraging student engagement in national competitions

  • Developing sustainable aviation technologies

  • Maintaining high academic standards

  • Preparing students for professional engineering challenges

The department congratulates all participants and supervisors for their outstanding achievements and for representing TIU with distinction at this prestigious national competition.

Keywords: NICE Competition, Aviation Innovation, Sustainable Engineering, Student Achievement, Research Excellence, UAV Technology, Aerospace Engineering, National Competition, TIU Aviation