Prof. Dr-Ing, National Institute of Technology, Portugal
T.C. da Silva is a researcher and engineer with a strong background in mechanical engineering. He holds a PhD from the University of BrasĂlia and has completed postdoctoral research at various institutions. Silva’s research focuses on smart materials, additive manufacturing, and thermal characterization.
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Education 🎓
PhD in Mechanical Engineering, University of BrasĂlia (2019) Â Master’s in Mechanical Engineering, University of BrasĂlia (2014) Â Specialization in Software Engineering, Catholic University of BrasĂlia (2009-2010) Â Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, University for the Development of the State and Region of Pantanal (2003-2008)
Experience 🧪
Researcher, University of BrasĂlia (2012-present) Â Postdoctoral researcher, University of BrasĂlia (2020-2021) Â Engineer, Brazilian Air Force (2011-2012) Â Professor, Federal Institute of Education, Science, and Technology (2005-2007)
Awards & Honors🏆
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Research Focus 🔍
Smart materials and structures  Additive manufacturing (3D/4D printing) Thermal characterization of materials  Shape memory alloys
Publicationsđź“š
1. The effect of a chemical additive on the fermentation and aerobic stability of high-moisture corn 🌽🧬 (2015)
2. Filho TC da Silva, E Sallica-Leva, E Rayón, CT Santos transformation 🔩🔧 (2018)
3. Emissivity measurements on shape memory alloys 🔍💡 (2016)
4. Development of a gas metal arc based prototype for direct energy deposition with micrometric wire 💻🔩 (2024)
5. Influence of Deep Cryogenic Treatment on the Pseudoelastic Behavior of the Ni57Ti43 Alloy ❄️💡 (2022)
6. Stainless and low-alloy steels additively manufactured by micro gas metal arc-based directed energy deposition: microstructure and mechanical behavior 🔩🔧 (2024)
7. Study of the influence of high-energy milling time on the Cu–13Al–4Ni alloy manufactured by powder metallurgy process ⚗️💡 (2021)
8. Cryogenic treatment effect on NiTi wire under thermomechanical cycling ❄️💡 (2018)
9. Effect of Cryogenic Treatment on the Phase Transformation Temperatures and Latent Heat of Ni54Ti46 Shape Memory Alloy ❄️💡 (2022)
10. Cryogenic Treatment Effect on Cyclic Behavior of Ni54Ti46 Shape Memory Alloy ❄️💡 (2021)
11. Influence of thermal cycling on the phase transformation temperatures and latent heat of a NiTi shape memory alloy 🔩🔧 (2017)
12. Effect of the Cooling Time in Annealing at 350°C on the Phase Transformation Temperatures of a Ni55Ti45 wt. Alloy 🔩🔧 (2015)
13. Experimental evaluation of the emissivity of a NiTi alloy 🔍💡 (2015)
14. Microstructure, Thermal, and Mechanical Behavior of NiTi Shape Memory Alloy Obtained by Micro Wire and Arc Direct Energy Deposition 🔩🔧 (2025)
15. Low-Annealing Temperature Influence in the Microstructure Evolution of Ni53Ti47 Shape Memory Alloy 🔩🔧 (2024)
16. Use of Infrared Temperature Sensor to Estimate the Evolution of Transformation Temperature of SMA Actuator Wires 🔍💡 (2023)
17. Use of infrared temperature sensor to estimate the evolution of transformation temperature of SMA actuator wires 🔍💡 (2021)
18. Effet du traitement cryogĂ©nique sur le comportement cyclique de l’alliage Ni54Ti46 Ă mĂ©moire de forme ❄️💡 (2020)
19. Efeito de tratamento criogĂŞnico no comportamento cĂclico da liga Ni54Ti46 com memĂłria de forma ❄️💡 (2020)
20. Functional and Structural Fatigue of NiTi Shape Memory Wires Subject to Thermomechanical Cycling 🔩🔧 (2019)
Conclusion
T.C. da Silva is an accomplished researcher with a strong track record in additive manufacturing, materials science, and mechanical engineering. His extensive research experience, interdisciplinary approach, and commitment to knowledge sharing make him an ideal candidate for the Best Researcher Award. By addressing areas for improvement, he can continue to grow as a researcher and make even more significant contributions to his field.