Prof. Elena Scutelnicu, Dunarea de Jos University of Galati, Romania
Prof. Elena Scutelnicu is a distinguished academic at “Dunarea de Jos” University of Galati, Romania, specializing in Industrial Engineering. She has been a Full Professor since 2007 and is a PhD supervisor in the field. Prof. Scutelnicu has held several key positions, including Dean of the Faculty of Engineering (2020-2024) and Head of the Centre for Advanced Researches in Welding (SUDAV). Her research interests encompass welding processes, fusion welding modeling, and the mechanical behavior of materials. Additionally, she is the Editor-in-Chief of the university’s welding technology journal, indexed in Scopus. 📚🔬
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Work Experience
Prof. Elena Scutelnicu has an extensive career in Industrial Engineering, currently serving as a Full Professor at “Dunarea de Jos” University of Galati, Romania. Since 2007, she has held key roles, including Dean of the Faculty of Engineering (2020-2024), PhD Supervisor, and Head of the Centre for Advanced Research in Welding (SUDAV). Her international experience includes visiting professorships in Spain and France. Prof. Scutelnicu also leads the “Design and Simulation in Welding Engineering” Master Programme and serves as Editor-in-Chief for the university’s Welding Equipment journal. She has contributed significantly to academia, research, and the Romanian Welding Society. 🌍📚🤖
Education and Training
Prof. Elena Scutelnicu’s academic journey includes a PhD in Industrial Engineering from “Dunarea de Jos” University of Galati, focusing on thermal processes in dissimilar metals welding. She also holds a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering (Welding Equipment) from the same institution. Her expertise is further enriched by post-university studies in Quality Management and Distance Learning Didactics. She has completed numerous international training programs, covering advanced welding processes, laser welding, quality management, and career guidance. Her research and mentoring roles have been enhanced by collaborations in Spain, Portugal, and various Romanian universities. 🌍🔬🤖
Teaching Mobilities
Prof. Elena Scutelnicu has participated in various international teaching mobilities, enhancing her academic influence across Europe and Africa. Her engagements include visits to the University of Constantine in Algeria (2018) and multiple Portuguese institutions, such as the University Nova de Lisboa (2014) and the University of Porto (2013). She collaborated with Universidad Politécnica de Madrid in Spain (2010, 2013) and contributed to the University of Zagreb in Croatia (2012). Additionally, she engaged in knowledge exchange at Université de Rouen, France (2010, 2011). These experiences enriched her expertise in industrial engineering and welding technologies. 📚🤝🔬
Awards and Recognitions
Prof. Elena Scutelnicu has earned numerous prestigious awards in the field of materials science and welding technologies. In 2024, she received the Gold Medal at INVENTICA for her innovative procedure involving AlCrFeNi multi-element alloy deposition. She also secured special prizes from the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca and Universitatea Politehnica Timișoara. In 2023, her work won the Grand Prize at UGAL INVENT and a Gold Medal at EUROINVENT. Earlier, she received accolades for contributions in reviewing, excellence in welding innovations, and publications in high-impact journals. Her achievements reflect a significant impact on the scientific community. 🏆🔬📚
Prof. Elena Scutelnicu is an expert in materials engineering and manufacturing processes, particularly focusing on welding technologies and additive manufacturing. Her research explores wire arc additive manufacturing (WAAM), including its industrial applications, materials characterization, and challenges. She has also contributed significantly to studies on dissimilar metal welding, friction stir welding, and the behavior of high-entropy alloys during welding. Prof. Scutelnicu’s work encompasses experimental and simulation-based analyses, including finite element modeling of welding processes and investigating the mechanical properties and residual stress of welded joints. Her contributions aim to enhance metallurgical properties and improve welded joint performance in industrial applications. ⚙️🔧📐
Publication Top Notes
- Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing: Review – 101 citations, 2021 🔍⚙️
- Influence of Heating Source on Dissimilar Welded Joints – 28 citations, 2010 🔥🔧
- Polypropylene Behavior in Ultrasonic Welding – 26 citations, 2018 📐🔊
- Friction Stir Welding of Copper – 18 citations, 2011 🛠️🔩
- Simulation of Aluminum Alloy During Friction Stir Welding – 15 citations, 2011 📊💡
- Material Flow in Butt Cold Welding of Aluminum – 14 citations, 2009 🔄🧪
- Friction Stir Processing Tools Design – 14 citations, 2006 ✏️🔍
- Diffusion in High-Entropy Alloy and Steel Joints – 12 citations, 2022 🌐🧲
- Residual Stress Analysis in AA6061 – 12 citations, 2008 📈🔬
- Arc Welding of Copper-Carbon Steel Joints – 11 citations, 2009 ⚡🛠️