Leigh Duncan Hamilton

Leigh Duncan Hamilton is a Research Associate at the Institute for Particle Technology (iPAT), Division of Powder and Slurry Processes, within the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at Technische Universität Braunschweig. He has held this position since 2020. His research centers on advanced manufacturing techniques, specifically Particle-Bed 3D Printing via Selective Cement Paste Intrusion (SPI), with key focuses on particle surface functionalization, particle synthesis methodologies, and integration of Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) reinforcement strategies.

Education:

• Master of Science in Industrial Engineering (Energy and Process Engineering), Technische Universität Braunschweig (2017–2020). Thesis: An Analysis of the Applicability of Sodium Bicarbonate Blasting as a Cleaning Process for Embossing Rolls.
• Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering (Energy and Process Engineering), Technische Universität Braunschweig (2011–2017). Thesis: The Influence of Several Process Parameters on the Effectiveness of Grinding Aids in Dry Fine Grinding.