PhD at Dublin City University, DCU, Ireland
🎓 Dr. Muhannad Y. Ahmed Obeidi is an accomplished researcher and educator with a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Dublin City University. His pioneering work focuses on utilizing CO2 lasers to enhance surfaces of metallic and non-metallic materials for interference-fit applications in the automotive and aerospace sectors. Holding a Master’s degree with first-class honors, he specialized in Mechanical Engineering with expertise in sustainable water systems, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor and Postdoctoral Researcher at the I-Form Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, DCU, he spearheads additive manufacturing innovations, optimizing processing parameters for 3D printing, and conducting collaborative research. 🌐🔬
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Education :
🎓 Dr. Muhannad Y. Ahmed Obeidi is a distinguished mechanical engineer, holding a Ph.D. from Dublin City University (2018). His groundbreaking research delved into the application of CO2 lasers for modifying surfaces of metallic and non-metallic materials, catering to interference-fit needs in the automotive and aerospace industries. With a Master’s degree (1:1 honors) in Mechanical Engineering, he demonstrated expertise in diverse modules such as Sustainable Water Systems, Heat Transfer, and Product Design. His Master’s project focused on measuring the Pointing Effect on Soft Rubber and Biomedical Tissues. An earlier Bachelor’s degree from Baghdad University (1988) equipped him with fundamental knowledge in Mechanical Engineering, covering disciplines like Mechanical Design and Fluid Mechanics. 🚀🔬
Work Experience :
👨🏫 Dr. Muhannad Y. Ahmed Obeidi brings a wealth of expertise as an Assistant Professor and Postdoctoral Researcher at the I-Form Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, DCU, Ireland, since March 2018. Specializing in additive manufacturing (AM) and 3D printing, he excels in digitalizing the AM process, optimizing parameters, and collaborating on laser metal processing research. With a rich academic background, he has delivered lectures on diverse subjects, including Solidworks and Advanced Manufacturing Processes, impacting undergraduate and postgraduate students. Prior roles include Research Assistant and PhD student at DCU, Mechanical Design Engineer at G&S Stainless Steel, and a commendable career in Iraq’s Ministry of Industries. 🌐🔍
Research Focus :
🔬 Dr. Muhannad Y. Ahmed Obeidi is a prolific researcher in the field of Additive Manufacturing, particularly Laser Powder Bed Fusion. His extensive work, spanning multiple publications, explores in-situ sensing, process monitoring, and machine control in this cutting-edge technology. With a focus on powder bed topography, material influences, and innovative techniques like laser polishing, surface texturing, and controlled nitrogen-argon concentration, he significantly contributes to advancing metal additive manufacturing. Dr. Obeidi’s expertise extends to comprehensive assessments of spatter materials, void detection in 3D printing, and optimizing part properties based on printing location. His research showcases a commitment to precision, optimization, and technological advancements in the ever-evolving realm of additive manufacturing. 🔍🌐
Publication Top Notes :
- In-situ sensing, process monitoring and machine control in Laser Powder Bed Fusion: A review – Published in Additive Manufacturing (2021), cited 172 times 📄🔬
- Influences of powder morphology and spreading parameters on the powder bed topography uniformity in powder bed fusion metal additive manufacturing – Published in Additive Manufacturing (2021), cited 148 times 📄🔍
- Laser Polishing of Additive Manufactured 316L Stainless Steel Synthesized by Selective Laser Melting – Published in Materials (2019), cited 83 times 📄✨
- Comparison of the porosity and mechanical performance of 316L stainless steel manufactured on different laser powder bed fusion metal additive manufacturing machines – Published in Journal of Materials Research and Technology (2021), cited 49 times 📄🛠️
- Laser beam powder bed fusion of nitinol shape memory alloy (SMA) – Published in Journal of Materials Research and Technology (2021), cited 47 times 📄🌐
- Comprehensive assessment of spatter material generated during selective laser melting of stainless steel – Published in Materials Today Communications (2020), cited 40 times 📄💡
- Detecting voids in 3D printing using melt pool time series data – Published in Journal of Intelligent Manufacturing (2022), cited 39 times 📄🔄
- Laser surface polishing of Ti-6Al-4V parts manufactured by laser powder bed fusion – Published in Surface and Coatings Technology (2022), cited 35 times 📄🔍
- CO2 laser polishing of laser-powder bed fusion produced AlSi10Mg parts – Published in Surface and Coatings Technology (2021), cited 33 times 📄🌬️
- Laser surface texturing of stainless steel 316L cylindrical pins for interference fit applications – Published in Journal of Materials Processing Technology (2018), cited 29 times 📄🔍
- Methodology of laser processing for precise control of surface micro-topology – Published in Surface and Coatings Technology (2016), cited 27 times 📄📏