Dr. Cyrus Amini | friction stir welding award | Excellence in Research
Dr. Cyrus Amini, university of Tabriz, Iran
Cyrus Amini embarked on his academic journey in Mechanical Engineering at SRU, Tehran, where he completed his Bachelor’s degree with a remarkable GPA of 15.11/20. His insatiable curiosity and dedication led him to pursue further studies, culminating in a Master’s degree from Isfahan University of Technology (IUT) with an outstanding GPA of 17.15/20. It was during this time that he delved into the intricacies of earthquake-resistant design, showcasing his ability to tackle real-world challenges with creative solutions.
Undeterred by the complexities of advanced research, Amini pursued a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Tabriz. His doctoral research, which focused on the optimization of process parameters in Friction Stir Welding (FSW) of aluminum alloys, earned him widespread recognition and a stellar GPA of 18.25/20. Amini’s expertise in FSW was further honed during his stint as a Visiting Student at the Polytechnic University of Catalonia (UPC) in Spain, where he made significant contributions to the development of FEM models and experimental techniques.
Professional Profiles:
š Education
- Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Tabriz, Iran (2015ā2021)
- M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, Isfahan University of Technology, Iran (2007ā2010)
- B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, SRU Tehran, Iran (2001ā2005)
š¬ Research Focus
- Experimental research on welding techniques, particularly Friction Stir Welding (FSW)
- Simulation methods, specializing in Finite Element Method (FEM)
- Optimization techniques, including design and topological optimization
- Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) methods
- Composite materials, with a focus on sandwich panels with Honeycomb core
- 3D printing technology
š Publications and Contributions
- Amini has authored and co-authored several ISI articles in reputable journals, covering topics such as ball burnishing, friction stir welding, and optimization models.
- Notable publications include studies on the finite element analysis of ball burnishing, development of numerical simulation for friction stir welding, and multi-objective optimization models for shock damper design.
š§ Professional Experience
- Amini has extensive experience in both academic and industrial settings. He has collaborated on various Ph.D. theses, contributed to research projects, and developed novel Finite Element Models for simulating complex mechanical processes.
- His proficiency extends to the use of laboratory equipment for mechanical property testing, surface quality assessment, and topography identification. He is skilled in setting up welding and burnishing processes.
Publication Top Notes:
Friction stir welding of AA2024-T3: development of numerical simulation considering thermal history and heat generation
Experimental validation of ball burnishing numerical simulation on ball-end milled martensitic stainless-steel considering friction and the initial surface topography