Zeynep Parlar

Zeynep Parlar is an Assistant Professor at Istanbul Technical University's Department of Mechanical Engineering. Her research focuses on tribology, composite materials, and mechanical design, with applications in sealing technology, soft robotics, and radiation shielding. She has led multiple research projects since 2014, including studies on crankshaft materials and shot-peening applications.

• Key Research Areas: Tribology, Friction/Wear Analysis, Composite Materials, Surface Engineering, Soft Robotics
• Projects: Innovations in sealing elements, refrigerator compressor materials, shot-peening effects on metallic surfaces
• Collaboration: Active in international collaborations, particularly in composite materials and mechanical testing