Dr. Yang Li | Additive Manufacturing | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Yang Li | Additive Manufacturing | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Yang Li, Tsinghua University, China

Li Yang is a postdoctoral researcher at Tsinghua University, focusing on Electron Beam Additive Manufacturing under the guidance of Professor Feng Lin. He completed his Ph.D. at Tsinghua University in June 2022, achieving a comprehensive evaluation ranking of 8 out of 90 students and earning the university’s First-Class Scholarship. Prior to that, Li pursued joint training for his master’s degree in Superalloy Additive Manufacturing at the National Defense Key Laboratory of Science and Technology, where he was advised by Professor Zhang Yong. He also holds a master’s degree in laser Additive Manufacturing from Civil Aviation University of China, where he ranked 2 out of 83 students and received the National Scholarship twice, along with recognition as an Outstanding Graduate Student. Li began his academic journey with a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Hebei University of Engineering, achieving an impressive ranking of 11 out of 300 and receiving several honors, including the National Motivational Scholarship. His research accomplishments include publishing 15 SCI papers in prestigious journals such as Additive Manufacturing and Acta Materialia, holding six authorized invention patents, and presenting at international conferences on two occasions.

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Summary of Suitability for the Best Researcher Award: Li Yang

Li Yang is an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award, distinguished by his robust academic background and significant contributions to the field of additive manufacturing. His research primarily focuses on electron beam additive manufacturing and superalloys, which are critical areas in modern engineering and materials science.

🎓 Education

  • Ph.D. in Electron Beam Additive Manufacturing
    Tsinghua University (Aug 2018 – Jun 2022)
    Comprehensive evaluation ranking: 8/90
    Advisor: Prof. Feng Lin
    🏆 First-Class Scholarship
  • Joint Training Master in Superalloy Additive Manufacturing
    Beihang University (BIAM) (Mar 2017 – Jul 2018)
    National Defense Key Laboratory of Science and Technology
    Advisor: Prof. Zhang Yong
  • Master’s in Laser Additive Manufacturing
    Civil Aviation University of China (Sep 2015 – Jun 2018)
    Comprehensive evaluation ranking: 2/83
    🏆 National Scholarship (twice), Outstanding Graduate Student
  • Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering
    Hebei University of Engineering (Sep 2011 – Jun 2015)
    Comprehensive evaluation ranking: 11/300
    🏆 National Motivational Scholarship, First-Class Scholarship, Provincial Outstanding Graduate

💼 Professional Experience

  • Postdoctoral Researcher in Electron Beam Additive Manufacturing
    Tsinghua University (Sep 2022 – Present)
    Advisor: Prof. Feng Lin

📚 Research Achievements

  • Published 15 SCI papers in top journals, including Additive Manufacturing and Acta Materialia
  • Holds 6 authorized invention patents
  • Presented orally at international conferences twice

🏅 Awards and Honors

  • National Scholarship (twice)
  • Outstanding Graduate Student
  • First-Class Scholarship
  • National Motivational Scholarship
  • Provincial Outstanding Graduate

Publication Top Notes:

Improvement of the mechanical properties of TC17 alloy by different heat treatments through directed energy deposition

Multiple Preheating Processes for Suppressing Liquefaction Cracks in IN738LC Superalloy Fabricated by Electron Beam Powder Bed Fusion (EB-PBF)

Research Progress in Cavitation Erosion Behavior and Affecting Factors of WC-Co-Cr Coatings Sprayed by HVOF

Behaviors and Mechanism of HVOF/HVAF Sprayed WC-Co-Cr Coatings Subjected to Cavitation in Marine Environments

Assist Prof Dr. Geethapriyan Thangamani | Additive Manufacturing Award | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Geethapriyan Thangamani | Additive Manufacturing Award | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Geethapriyan Thangamani, Politecnico di Torino, Italy

Dr. T. Geethapriyan, born on November 20, 1989, is a prominent researcher in the fields of metal and ceramic additive manufacturing processes, advanced manufacturing techniques, and micro and nano machining. He is currently serving as a Fixed-term Researcher/Assistant Professor at the Department of Applied Science and Technology (DISAT), Politecnico di Torino, Italy, where he is involved in the PNRR Partenariato Esteso – 3A-ITALY initiative focusing on “Circular & Sustainable Made in Italy.” Dr. Geethapriyan earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Anna University in 2019, following an M.E. in Manufacturing Engineering from Anna University – Madras Institute of Technology Campus in 2013, and a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from Adhiyamaan College of Engineering in 2011. He has a diverse academic and research background, having previously worked as a Post-Doctoral Fellow at the Indian Institute of Technology Indore and as an Assistant Professor at SRM Institute of Science and Technology.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Dr. T. Geethapriyan has an extensive academic and research background in Mechanical Engineering, particularly in the fields of Metal and Ceramic Additive Manufacturing Processes, Advanced Manufacturing Processes, Micro and Nano Machining, Shape Memory Alloy Materials, and Laser-Assisted Peening Processes. His educational qualifications include a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Anna University, along with significant academic roles, including a current position as a Fixed-term Researcher/Assistant Professor at Politecnico Di Torino.

Education

  • Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mechanical Engineering
    • Institution: Anna University
    • Year: 2019
  • Master of Engineering (M.E.) in Manufacturing Engineering
    • Institution: Anna University – Madras Institute of Technology Campus
    • Year: 2013
  • Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Mechanical Engineering
    • Institution: Adhiyamaan College of Engineering, Anna University
    • Year: 2011

Work Experience

  • Fixed-term Researcher/Assistant Professor
    • Institution: Department of Applied Science and Technology (DISAT), Politecnico di Torino
    • Location: Torino, Italy
    • Dates: June 21, 2023 – Present
    • Funded under: PNRR Partenariato Esteso – 3A-ITALY “Circular & Sustainable Made in Italy” – PE00000004 – CUP E13C22001900001
  • Post-Doctoral Fellow (SERB-NPDF)
    • Institution: Department of Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Indore
    • Location: Khandwa Road, Simrol, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India
    • Dates: March 1, 2022 – June 20, 2023
  • Assistant Professor
    • Institution: Department of Mechanical Engineering, SRM Institute of Science and Technology
    • Location: Kattankulathur, Chengalpattu District, Tamil Nadu, India
    • Dates: July 2, 2015 – February 28, 2022
  • Research Scholar (Full-time)
    • Institution: Department of Production Technology, MIT Campus, Anna University
    • Dates: July 3, 2013 – July 1, 2015

Publication top Notes:

Hydroxyapatite Reinforced Magnesium Alloy Composites Using the Ultrasonic-Assisted Rheo-Squeeze Casting Technique: Microstructural and Mechanical Performance Evaluation for Bone Fixture Applications

Influence of thermocycling on the functional properties of the NiTi alloy produced by wire arc additive manufacturing

Influence of Substrate Temperature on Structure and Functional Properties of NiTi Walls Produced by WAAM

Influence of Cryogenic Coated Copper Tool Electrode in Electrochemical Micro Machining process of Stainless Steel 316

Recent trends on electro chemical machining process of metallic materials: a review