Gianfranco Genta

Gianfranco Genta serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Management and Production Engineering (DIGEP) at Politecnico di Torino. His academic career spans industrial metrology, quality engineering, and design of experiments with significant contributions to manufacturing technologies and systems. He actively participates in the College of Chemical and Materials Engineering, College of Management and Production Engineering, and College of Mechanical, Aerospace and Automotive Engineering.

His research focuses on industrial metrology, quality engineering, design of industrial experiments, and technological surface characterization. Genta's work addresses critical challenges in manufacturing precision and quality control, with particular emphasis on measurement systems, statistical process control, and surface characterization techniques. His research bridges industrial engineering principles with advanced metrological science to develop innovative solutions for manufacturing quality assurance.

Genta's recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate a strong trajectory toward digital transformation in manufacturing quality systems. His work increasingly integrates human-robot collaboration, digital traceability frameworks, and advanced metrology with machine learning applications. Key research themes include quality control in food processing, electronic component assembly, and advanced materials characterization, with notable emphasis on sustainable manufacturing practices aligned with UN SDG 9 and 12.

As a research leader, Genta serves as Scientific Responsible for the TracInd BVK-H project (2023-2026) on indentation measurements traceability and contributes to the DI-VISION project (2024-2027) on machine vision systems. He has supervised multiple PhD students including Alberto Piovano (focusing on sustainable agri-food processes), Stefano Puttero (examining collaborative robots in quality control), and Jasurkhuja Kholkhujaev (specializing in geometrical and mechanical characterization of metallic components).

Genta's teaching portfolio includes Industrial Experiment Planning, Advanced Techniques for Quality Measurement, and Quality Control Techniques in Materials Engineering across various degree programs. His pedagogical approach emphasizes practical applications of statistical methods and metrological principles in industrial settings, preparing students for careers at the intersection of engineering and quality management.