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Karol WinkelmannView profile

Assistant Professor

• Structural Engineering
• Adhesive Bonding
• Mechanics of Materials
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Karol Winkelmann serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Structural Mechanics at Gdańsk University of Technology. His academic role involves research and teaching in structural engineering with a specialization in adhesive-bonded joints for thin-walled structures. He is actively contributing to the field through publications in high-impact journals. His primary research interests include structural reliability analysis, mechanics of adhesive joints, and the behavior of thin-walled structures. Winkelmann employs computational methods, particularly probabilistic simulations and finite element analysis, to study time-dependent degradation, material imperfections, and environmental effects on structural performance. This work is critical for advancing the safety and durability of modern adhesive-bonded connections in civil engineering. Analysis of his recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a consistent focus on adhesive joint mechanics under diverse conditions. Key themes include creep failure mechanisms, thermal and humidity impacts on epoxy adhesives, and innovative applications of adhesives in cold-formed steel structures. His research integrates experimental validation with advanced numerical modeling to address real-world engineering challenges. No information on scientific awards was found in the provided text. Regarding advising and grants, the available data does not specify any graduate students or funded projects, though he collaborates with an international team of researchers on joint publications.

• High temperature corrosion
• Micro coating
• Nano coating materials
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Dr. Ali Kadir is a Reader in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Salford's School of Science, Engineering & Environment. Previously serving as International Exchange Director for the School of Computing, Science and Engineering for nearly two decades until 2020, he currently acts as Admissions Tutor for BEng (Hons) and MEng (Hons) programmes in Aeronautical Engineering and Aircraft Engineering with Pilot Studies. With extensive teaching experience spanning Engineering Mathematics, Engineering Dynamics, and Mechanical Systems across multiple engineering disciplines, his academic career demonstrates deep commitment to engineering education. Dr. Kadir's educational background includes: BSc (Hons) Applicable Mathematics (Part Time, 1985-1991) - Project: Finite element analysis of heat transfer problems PhD in High temperature gas turbine micro and nanocoating CFD, FEA and experimental (Part Time, 2013-2021) His research spans multiple interconnected domains with primary focus on high temperature corrosion, micro and nano coating materials for jet engines, Finite Element Analysis, and Computational Fluid Dynamics. Additional research thrusts include biomechanics and orthopaedic engineering (particularly bone fracture analysis), electromagnetic smart materials, medical fluid dynamics, and renewable energy systems with nanofluid solar collectors. His methodology consistently integrates advanced mathematical modeling, finite element simulation, computational fluid dynamics, and experimental validation through flame spray coating techniques. Dr. Kadir's publication trajectory reveals strong interdisciplinary trends, with recent work (2022-2025) increasingly focused on nanofluid applications across aerospace, marine engineering, medical technologies, and renewable energy systems. His research demonstrates sophisticated integration of computational and experimental approaches to solve multi-physical engineering problems, with particular emphasis on nano-scale materials engineering and cross-domain applications. Professional recognition includes: Fellow of the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (FIMA) As an active PhD supervisor, Dr. Kadir mentors students in high temperature corrosion modeling, nanocoatings development for aerospace/medical/marine applications, orthopaedic biomechanics (spinal analysis, bone stress modeling), and mathematical modeling of electromagnetic smart fluids. He serves as Associate Director of the Multi-physical Engineering Sciences Research Group (MPESG) under Prof. Anwar Bég, which provides critical infrastructure for computational and experimental research across engineering disciplines. The MPESG facilitates collaboration between theoretical modeling, simulation, and experimental validation, with strong industry connections in aerospace, marine engineering, and medical device sectors that enable translation of research findings into practical engineering solutions for complex real-world challenges.