Oguzhan Yilmaz | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Oguzhan Yilmaz | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr Oguzhan Yilmaz, Gazi University, Turkey

Professor Oğuzhan Yılmaz is a distinguished mechanical engineering expert specializing in machine elements, computer-aided design and manufacturing, and non-traditional manufacturing methods. He is a professor at Gazi University, Turkey, contributing extensively to research and education in advanced manufacturing. He completed his doctorate at the University of Nottingham, UK, further enhancing his expertise in manufacturing engineering and operations management. With a career spanning over two decades, he has held editorial roles in prestigious scientific journals and actively participates in peer reviewing for high-impact publications. His research focuses on innovative and sustainable manufacturing techniques, integrating modern computational tools into engineering solutions. Prof. Yılmaz has received multiple awards for his contributions to research, peer reviewing, and academic leadership. He continues to influence the global engineering community through his editorial work, research collaborations, and mentorship of future engineers. His dedication to advancing mechanical engineering makes him a key figure in the field.

Publication Profile

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Education

Professor Oğuzhan Yılmaz holds a Doctorate (2002-2006) from the University of Nottingham, UK, where he specialized in Manufacturing Engineering and Operations Management, focusing on advanced production techniques. He completed his Postgraduate studies (1997-1999) at Gaziantep University, Turkey, in the Faculty of Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering (English), where he specialized in mechanical system design and material processing. His academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree (1992-1997) from the same institution, where he built a strong foundation in mechanical systems, machine elements, and computational engineering. With a career spanning international institutions and advanced research in manufacturing and mechanical design, he has demonstrated a strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and technological advancements in mechanical engineering. His diverse educational background has equipped him with the expertise to contribute significantly to the field of advanced manufacturing and engineering solutions.

Experience

Professor Oğuzhan Yılmaz is a distinguished faculty member at Gazi University, Turkey, where he leads research and teaches courses in mechanical design, manufacturing, and computational engineering. His expertise extends beyond academia, as he plays a significant role in the scientific publishing community, holding editorial positions in SCI-indexed journals, including the Journal of Materials Processing Technology and the International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology. Since 2021, he has been a committee member for the Journal of Additive Manufacturing Technology, contributing to advancements in additive and digital manufacturing. He has also served as Assistant Editor/Section Editor (2017-Present) for Makina Tasarım ve İmalat Dergisi and as First Editor (2015-Present) for the Journal of the Faculty of Engineering and Architecture of Gazi University. Additionally, he collaborates with international institutions to drive innovation in manufacturing technologies and automation, further cementing his influence in the modern engineering landscape.

Awards & Honors

Professor Oğuzhan Yılmaz has received numerous accolades for his outstanding contributions to engineering research, particularly in mechanical design and advanced manufacturing. He has been honored with the Outstanding Contribution to Engineering Research Award for his pioneering studies that have significantly influenced the field. His dedication to academic publishing and peer review has earned him the Top Reviewer Award, recognizing his excellence in evaluating manuscripts for leading SCI-indexed journals. Additionally, he has received the Editorial Excellence Award for his significant contributions to journal editing and manuscript evaluation. His innovative research has been acknowledged with the Best Research Paper Award, highlighting his groundbreaking work in manufacturing technologies. As a dedicated educator, he has also been recognized with the Distinguished Faculty Award, celebrating his exceptional teaching, mentorship, and academic leadership. His achievements underscore his commitment to research innovation, scholarly contributions, and academic excellence in mechanical engineering.

Research Focus

Professor Oğuzhan Yılmaz’s research spans several critical areas in mechanical and manufacturing engineering, with a strong emphasis on innovation and sustainability. His expertise in Machine Elements involves the advanced design and analysis of mechanical components for industrial applications, optimizing performance and durability. He is also deeply involved in Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing (CAD/CAM), where he integrates software tools to enhance precision engineering and automation. His work in Non-Traditional Manufacturing Methods explores innovative fabrication techniques beyond conventional machining, pushing the boundaries of modern engineering. Additionally, his research in Advanced Manufacturing Technologies focuses on high-precision, cost-effective production methodologies that drive industrial efficiency. With a commitment to Sustainable Engineering Solutions, he develops environmentally friendly and energy-efficient manufacturing processes. His research aims to redefine modern manufacturing by seamlessly integrating automation, sustainability, and precision engineering to meet the evolving demands of the industry.

Publication Top Notes

📜Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (Metal Inert Gas-Cold Metal Transfer) of ER70S-6: Experimental and Computational Analysis on Process, Microstructure, and Mechanical Property Relationships
🔥 Thermal Behavior in Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing: A Comparative Study of the Conventional Process and Infrared Heater Use
🔬 Surface Characteristics of Additively Manufactured γ-TiAl Intermetallic Alloys Post-Processed by Electrochemical Machining
⚙️ Directed Energy Deposition of PH 13–8Mo Stainless Steel: Microstructure and Mechanical Property Analysis
💡 Enhancement of Surface Characteristics of Additively Manufactured γ-TiAl and IN939 Alloys after Laser Shock Processing
🛠️ Influence of Laser Polishing Process Parameters on Surface Integrity and Morphology of Ti-6Al-4V Parts Produced via Electron Beam Melting
🔍 Electrochemical Machining of Additively Manufactured γ-TiAl Parts: Post-Processing Technique to Reduce Surface Roughness
📏 A Deposition Strategy for Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing Based on Temperature Variance Analysis to Minimize Overflow and Distortion
🔥 The Effect of Evaporation and Recoil Pressure on Energy Loss and Melt Pool Profile in Selective Electron Beam Melting
🧪 Computational Evaluation of Temperature-Dependent Microstructural Transformations of Ti-6Al-4V for Laser Powder Bed Fusion Process
🔬 Micromechanical Characterization of Additively Manufactured Ti-6Al-4V Parts Produced by Electron Beam Melting
🌡️ Volumetric Heat Source Model for Laser-Based Powder Bed Fusion Process in Additive Manufacturing
📐 Radially Graded Porous Structure Design for Laser Powder Bed Fusion Additive Manufacturing of Ti-6Al-4V Alloy
💎 Surface Characteristics of Laser Polished Ti-6Al-4V Parts Produced by Electron Beam Melting Additive Manufacturing Process
🛠️ Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing of High-Strength Low Alloy Steels: Study of Process Parameters and Their Influence on the Bead Geometry and Mechanical Characteristics

Aleksandar Jovanovic | Engineering Award | Most Reader’s Article Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Aleksandar Jovanovic | Engineering Award | Most Reader’s Article Award

professor at Faculty of engineering University of Kraguejvac, Serbia

Dr. Aleksandar Jovanovic is a distinguished academic with extensive experience in transportation and traffic engineering. He completed his PhD at the University of Belgrade in 2017, focusing on Operations Research in Urban Transportation. His academic journey also includes an MSc and BSc in Traffic Engineering and Urban Transportation from the same institution. Dr. Jovanovic’s career encompasses a range of positions, including his current role as Associate Professor at the University of Kragujevac, Serbia, where he has been employed since November 2022. He has previously served as a Postdoctoral Associate at the University of Pittsburgh, and as a Visiting Scholar there. His earlier roles include Assistant Professor at the University of Kragujevac, and Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Banja Luka. His teaching experience spans undergraduate and graduate courses in traffic engineering, both in Serbia and the United States. He has been recognized with several honors, including a Professional Development Award in 2023 and the Best Paper Award at ICCMAE 2018. Dr. Jovanovic was also a recipient of the Serbian Governmental Scholarship from 2006 to 2017.

Professional Profiles:

📚 Education:

Dr. Aleksandar Jovanovic completed his PhD at the University of Belgrade, Serbia, in October 2017, specializing in Operations Research in Urban Transportation at the Faculty of Transport and Traffic Engineering. Prior to this, he earned his MSc in Traffic Engineering from the same institution in October 2011. Dr. Jovanovic’s academic journey began with a BSc in Urban Transportation, also from the University of Belgrade, awarded in October 2010.

Pofessional Experience:

Dr. Aleksandar Jovanovic has accumulated a wealth of experience in academia and research. From November 2022 to October 2023, he served as a Postdoctoral Associate at the University of Pittsburgh’s Swanson School of Engineering. Prior to this, he was a Visiting Scholar at the same institution from August to November 2021. Currently, Dr. Jovanovic holds the position of Associate Professor at the Department for Motor Vehicles and Motors at the University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Engineering in Serbia, a role he has occupied since November 2022. He previously served as an Assistant Professor at the same department from September 2018 to November 2022 and as a Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Banja Luka, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, from March 2019 to October 2022. Earlier in his career, Dr. Jovanovic was a Teaching Assistant in the Department of Road Traffic at the State Engineering College of Applied Studies “Tehnikum Taurunum” in Belgrade from September 2016 to September 2018, and a Junior Teaching Assistant at the State Technical College of Applied Studies in Kragujevac from September 2013 to September 2015.

Teaching Experience:

Dr. Aleksandar Jovanovic has an extensive teaching background, spanning both undergraduate and graduate courses. At the University of Pittsburgh, he has served as a Co-Instructor for the undergraduate courses “Traffic Control Systems” in Spring 2023 and “Traffic Management and Operations” in Fall 2023. At the University of Kragujevac, his teaching roles included instructing undergraduate courses such as “Urban Transportation” from Spring 2018 to 2022, “Traffic Safety” from Fall 2018 to 2021, and “Informatics in Traffic Engineering” from Spring 2018 to 2022. He also co-instructed “Traffic and Traffic Roads” from Fall 2018 to 2020. For graduate students at the University of Kragujevac, Dr. Jovanovic taught “Informatic Systems in Traffic Engineering” in Spring 2018 to 2022, and “Operations Research Applications in Traffic Engineering” from Fall 2019 to 2021. Additionally, he provided a lecture on “Applications of Fuzzy Logic Systems in Traffic Signal Control” for graduate students at the Pittsburgh Intelligent Transportation Systems (PITTs) Lab in Fall 2021.

Awards And Honors:

Dr. Aleksandar Jovanovic has received several notable honors and awards throughout his career. In 2023, he was recognized with a Professional Development Award for his poster presentation at the Postdoctoral Data and Dine Symposium. In 2019, he earned the Best Paper Award at the International Conference on Computational Mathematics and Engineering (ICCMAE) 2018 in Timisoara, specifically in the Applied/Computational Mathematics section. Additionally, between 2006 and 2017, Dr. Jovanovic was a recipient of the Serbian Governmental Scholarship, reflecting his academic excellence and commitment to his field.

Skills:

Dr. Aleksandar Jovanovic possesses a diverse set of computer skills and competencies. In the field of traffic simulation and analysis, he is proficient with tools such as PTV Vissim (including COM and VAP), HCS+T7F, Synchro, and SUMO. For design tasks, he utilizes AutoCAD. Additionally, Dr. Jovanovic is skilled in scripting languages, including Matlab and Python, which he employs for various analytical and programming tasks.

📚Publications :

“Area-wide urban traffic control: A Bee Colony Optimization approach”
Authors: A Jovanović, M Nikolić, D Teodorović
Citations: 85
Year: 2017

“Green vehicle routing in urban zones–A neuro-fuzzy approach”
Authors: AD Jovanović, DS Pamučar, S Pejčić-Tarle
Citations: 82
Year: 2014

“Pre-timed control for an under-saturated and over-saturated isolated intersection: a Bee Colony Optimization approach”
Authors: A Jovanović, D Teodorović
Citations: 26
Year: 2017

“Ecology based network traffic control: A bee colony optimization approach”
Authors: A Jovanović, A Stevanović, N Dobrota, D Teodorović
Citations: 13
Year: 2022

“Fixed-time traffic control at superstreet intersections by bee colony optimization”
Authors: A Jovanović, D Teodorović
Citations: 12
Year: 2022

“The assessment and selection of suppliers using AHP and MABAC with type-2 fuzzy numbers in automotive industry”
Authors: N Komatina, D Tadić, A Aleksić, AD Jovanović
Citations: 11
Year: 2023

“Restricted crossing U-turn traffic control by interval Type-2 fuzzy logic”
Authors: A Jovanović, K Kukić, A Stevanović, D Teodorović
Citations: 11
Year: 2023

“Type-2 fuzzy logic based transit priority strategy”
Authors: A Jovanović, D Teodorović
Citations: 10
Year: 2022

“A fuzzy logic simulation model for controlling an oversaturated diverge diamond interchange and ramp metering system”
Authors: A Jovanović, K Kukić, A Stevanović
Citations: 9
Year: 2021

“Multi-objective optimization of a single intersection”
Authors: A Jovanović, D Teodorović
Citations: 8
Year: 2021