Recep Durna

Recep Durna is a Researcher at Middle East Technical University (METU), holding dual degrees in Mechanical Engineering (2022) and Physics (Double Major, 2023). His work focuses on mechanics of materials, continuum mechanics, and data-driven inelasticity, with an emphasis on bridging computational methods and material behavior.

• B.Sc., Mechanical Engineering, METU (2022)
• B.Sc., Physics (Double Major), METU (2023)

His research explores the interplay between data-driven methodologies and material modeling. Recent publications highlight advancements in hyperelastic optimization software, constitutive modeling for rubber-like materials, and frameworks for complex material simulations.

Key publication trends include applications of MATLAB-based optimization in hyperelasticity, amplitude-dependent dynamic response analysis, and data-driven approaches to material inelasticity. Collaborations with Assoc. Prof. Hüsnü DAL focus on computational mechanics and material characterization.