Kemal AYDIN | welding | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Kemal AYDIN | welding | Best Researcher Award

 Dr. Karadeniz Technical University, Turkey

Dr. Kemal Aydin is a Lecturer at Karadeniz Technical University, with a Ph.D. in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering from Karabuk University. His research focuses on resistance spot welding in high-strength steels, with applications in the automotive industry. Dr. Aydin has been involved in several national research projects and has held administrative positions at Gumushane University. His publications include articles in renowned journals such as Steel Research International and Materials Testing. Dr. Aydin has also taught various engineering and materials science courses and has professional experience as a Quality Control Engineer. He has received multiple awards, including the TUBITAK Special Committee Award.

 

Professional Profiles:

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🎓 Education

Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.)Institution: Karabuk University, Institute of Graduate ProgramsGraduation Date: January 6, 2023Thesis Title: Applications of Resistance Spot Welding in New Generation High-Strength Steels Used in the Automotive Industry and Characterization of the Weld ZoneAdvisor: Prof. Dr. Nizamettin KahramanMaster’s Degree (M.Sc.)Institution: Karabuk University, Institute of ScienceGraduation Date: June 23, 2011Thesis Title: Investigation of the Joinability of Dual-Phase High-Strength Steels with Resistance Spot Welding MethodAdvisor: Prof. Dr. Nizamettin Kahraman

🏅 Academic Title

LecturerInstitution: Gumushane University (2013-2022)Institution: Karadeniz Technical University (2023-Present)

🏢 Administrative Positions

Head of DepartmentInstitution: Gumushane University, Gümüşhane Vocational School, Department of Electronics and AutomationPeriod: 2016-2017, 2014-2015Co-head of DepartmentInstitution: Gumushane University, Gümüşhane Vocational School, Department of Electronics and AutomationPeriod: 2013-2014

🏆 Awards

Special Committee Award, TUBITAK (2015) 🏅Publication Incentive Award (2015) 🏆Certificate of Appreciation, Gumushane University (2014) 🏆Certificate of Appreciation, Gumushane University (2014) 🎖️Certificate of Commendation (2012) 🎖️

📚 Courses Taught

2023-2024 Academic Year:Computer-Aided Engineering Drawing (3 hours, Turkish) 📐✏️Occupational Health and Safety (2 hours, Turkish) 🏥⚠️2022-2023 Academic Year:Welded Manufacturing (2 hours, Turkish) 🔧🛠️Materials Science and Testing (2 hours, Turkish) 🔬🧪Manufacturing Methods (3 hours, Turkish) 🏭⚙️Technical and Vocational Drawing (3 hours, Turkish) ✍️📏

🏗️ Non-Academic Experience

Quality Control EngineerOrganization: GAMA (Turkey) – GE (USA) CONSORTIUM (Combined Cycle Gas Turbines Plant – 1000 MW)Role: Quality Control EngineerPeriod: February 2, 2013Quality Control EngineerOrganization: INSPEGO International Study Super

✍️Publications Top Note :

Yildiz, A.S., Davut, K., Koc, B., Yilmaz, O. (2020). “Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing of High-Strength Low Alloy Steels: Study of Process Parameters and Their Influence on the Bead Geometry and Mechanical Characteristics.” The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 108, 3391-3404. DOI: 10.1007/s00170-020-05443-0

Davut, K., Gür, C.H. (2007). “Monitoring the Microstructural Changes During Tempering of Quenched SAE 5140 Steel by Magnetic Barkhausen Noise.” Journal of Nondestructive Evaluation, 26, 107-113. DOI: 10.1007/s10921-007-0005-0

Davut, K., Zaefferer, S. (2010). “Statistical Reliability of Phase Fraction Determination Based on Electron Backscatter Diffraction (EBSD) Investigations on the Example of an Al-TRIP Steel.” Metallurgical and Materials Transactions A, 41, 2187-2196. DOI: 10.1007/s11661-010-0273-5

Aktarer, S.M., Küçükömeroğlu, T., Davut, K. (2019). “Friction Stir Processing of Dual Phase Steel: Microstructural Evolution and Mechanical Properties.” Materials Characterization, 155, 109787. DOI: 10.1016/j.matchar.2019.109787

Doğu, M.N., Davut, K., Obeidi, M.A., Yalçın, M.A., Gu, H., Low, TSE, Ginn, J. (2022). “Recrystallization and Grain Growth Kinetics of IN718 Manufactured by Laser Powder Bed Fusion.” Journal of Materials Research and Technology, 19, 4242-4257. DOI: 10.1016/j.jmatrt.2022.07.002

Eraslan, D., Balcı, A., Çetin, B., Ucak, N., Çiçek, A., Yılmaz, OD., Davut, K. (2021). “Machinability Evaluations of Austempered Ductile Iron and Cast Steel with Similar Mechanical Properties Under Eco-Friendly Milling Conditions.” Journal of Materials Research and Technology, 11, 1443-1456. DOI: 10.1016/j.jmatrt.2021.01.022

Doğu, M.N., Esen, Z., Davut, K., Tan, E., Gümüş, B., Dericioğlu, A.F. (2020). “Microstructural and Texture Evolution During Thermo-Hydrogen Processing of Ti6Al4V Alloys Produced by Electron Beam Melting.” Materials Characterization, 168, 110549. [DOI: 10.1016/j.matchar.2020.110549](https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matchar

Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing of High-Strength Low Alloy Steels

Supported by: Karadeniz Technical University

Role: Principal Investigator

Duration: January 1, 2019 – December 31, 2021 (National)

Development of Advanced Materials for High-Temperature Applications

Supported by: The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TUBITAK)

Role: Researcher

Duration: March 1, 2020 – February 28, 2023 (National)

Prof. Zakaria Boumerzoug | Welding of metallic materials | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Zakaria Boumerzoug | Welding of metallic materials | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Zakaria Boumerzoug, University of Biskra, Algeria

Prof. Zakaria Boumerzoug is academic and researcher in the field of renewable energy, holds a PhD in Bio systems Engineering from Kangwon National University, South Korea. His academic journey has been marked by a profound dedication to advancing solar energy technologies, specifically in solar thermal harvesting and its integration into agricultural and architectural applications.

 

Professional Profiles:

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🎓 Education:

Engineer in Metallurgy from the National Polytechnic School, Algiers (1989)Magister in Metallurgy from the University of Constantine (1992)PhD in Metallurgy from the University of Constantine (1998)

🎓 Titles:

Assistant at Biskra University (1992)Associate Professor (M.C) (1998)Professor since 2005

🔬 Research Fields:

Phase transformation in binary metallic alloys (Precipitation)Wiredrawing of industrial metallic materials (Cu, Al, and Steel)Creep behavior of metallic wiresWelding of metallic materialsContinuous casting of copper

📚 Teaching Experience:

Since 1992, Dr. Boumerzoug has been imparting knowledge at the University of Biskra. Courses taught include:

Basics of Physics (Mechanics and Electricity)Materials SciencePhase Transformations in Metallic MaterialsMechanical Properties of Metallic MaterialsCrystallography of Metallic MaterialsNon-Destructive Testing TechniquesCorrosion of Metallic MaterialsHeat Treatments of Metallic MaterialsEnglish for Specific Purposes (ESP)Welding of Metallic MaterialsTechniques of Materials Characterization

 

🏆 Professional Membership (Expert):

Chief of the scientific research group in the laboratory of semiconductor and metallic materials since 2002Expert at the Algerian Research Agency (ANDRU)Expert at the General Direction of Scientific Research and Development of Technology (DGRSDT)Expert at (CRUEST) Algerian Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in Curriculum (Master and Bachelor)

🎤 Organization of Scientific Meetings:

Responsible for the scientific meeting “La journée des sciences des matériaux,” Biskra JSM2005 (January 2005)Responsible for the “Journée Internationale des Sciences des Matériaux,” Biskra JISM2006 (March 2006) and JISM2007 (March 2007)Responsible for the ‘School of Nanotechnology and Nanomaterials,’ Biskra (April 2008)Responsible for the ‘First International Conference on Metallurgy,’ Biskra (March 2009)Co-President of the ‘School of X-rays and their Applications,’ Biskra (April 2010)Responsible for eight editions of the ‘School on Materials Characterization Techniques’ (2011-2018)Responsible for the Workshop on Metallic Materials for PhD Students (November 2019, May 2022)Responsible for the Workshop on Engineering Skills for Post-Pandemic World (November 2021)Responsible for the National Day of Metallurgy (December 2022)

🌍 Training and Scientific Visits:

Short scientific visits to laboratories in France, Germany, Czech Republic, Poland, Spain, UK, Russia, and BelgiumParticipation in various workshops on SEM, X-Ray analysis, DSC, and software (TOPAS)

🏢 Administrative Experience:

Head of the Mechanical Engineering Department at Biskra University (1998-2004)Head of the Metallurgy Department at Biskra University (2004-2009)

📊 Scientific Projects:

  1. National Projects:

Member of the scientific project at Constantine University (1993-1998)Chief of various scientific projects from 2001 to 2026 on topics including wiredrawing of Cu and Al, shape memory alloys, recrystallization, welding of steels, and more.

📖 Publications Top Note :

Effect of Welding on Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of an Industrial Low Carbon Steel

Authors: Z. Boumerzoug, C. Derfouf, T. Baudin

Journal: Engineering, 2010

Citations: 146

Summary: This paper investigates how welding affects the microstructure and mechanical properties of low carbon steel, providing insights into material behavior post-welding.

Recrystallization of Pure Copper Investigated by Calorimetry and Microhardness

Authors: G. Benchabane, Z. Boumerzoug, I. Thibon, T. Gloriant

Journal: Materials Characterization, 2008

Citations: 118

Summary: The study explores recrystallization in pure copper, employing calorimetry and microhardness measurements to understand the process.

Effects of Heat Treatment and Addition of Small Amounts of Cu and Mg on the Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Al-Si-Cu and Al-Si-Mg Cast Alloys

Authors: S. Beroual, Z. Boumerzoug, P. Paillard, Y. Borjon-Piron

Journal: Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 2019

Citations: 101

Summary: This research delves into how heat treatment and alloying elements like Cu and Mg affect the microstructure and mechanical properties of Al-Si-based cast alloys.

Tool Material Effect on the Friction Stir Butt Welding of AA2124-T4 Alloy Matrix MMC

Authors: Y. Bozkurt, Z. Boumerzoug

Journal: Journal of Materials Research and Technology, 2018

Citations: 42

Summary: The paper examines how different tool materials impact the quality of friction stir welding in AA2124-T4 alloy matrix composite materials.

Thermal Cycle Simulation of Welding Process in Low Carbon Steel

Authors: Z. Boumerzoug, E. Raouache, F. Delaunois

Journal: Materials Science and Engineering: A, 2011

Citations: 40

Summary: This study simulates the thermal cycles in welding processes to predict changes in microstructure and mechanical properties of low carbon steel.

Friction Stir Welding of Dissimilar Materials: Aluminum AL6061-T6 to Ultra-Low Carbon Steel

Authors: Z. Boumerzoug, Y. Helal

Journal: Metals, 2017

Citations: 31

Summary: The research focuses on the challenges and outcomes of friction stir welding between aluminum alloy and ultra-low carbon steel.

Microstructural Characterization and Recrystallization Kinetics of Cold Rolled Copper

Authors: G. Benchabane, Z. Boumerzoug, T. Gloriant, I. Thibon

Journal: Physica B: Condensed Matter, 2011

Citations: 29

Summary: This paper analyzes the microstructural evolution and recrystallization kinetics in cold-rolled copper.

Effect of Heat Treatments on Discontinuous Precipitation Kinetics in Al-30 wt.% Zn Alloy

Authors: Z. Boumerzoug, M. Fatmi

Journal: Materials Characterization, 2009

Citations: 26

Summary: The study investigates how different heat treatments affect the kinetics of discontinuous precipitation in Al-Zn alloys.

Discontinuous and Continuous Precipitation in Cu-13 wt.% Sn and Al-20 wt.% Ag Alloys

Authors: D. Hamana, Z. Boumerzoug, M. Fatmi, S. Chekroud

Journal: Materials Chemistry and Physics, 1998

Citations: 24

Summary: This research explores precipitation phenomena in copper-tin and aluminum-silver alloys.

Different Sites of Discontinuous Precipitation and Mechanisms of Dissolution in Cu-9 wt.% Sb Alloy

Authors: Z. Boumerzoug, D. Hamana

Journal: Materials Chemistry and Physics, 2001

Citations: 23

Summary: The paper examines the various sites and mechanisms of discontinuous precipitation and dissolution in a copper-antimony alloy