Eric Giacomo Armando is a Full Professor at the Department of Energy (DENERG) within the College of Electrical and Energy Engineering at Politecnico di Torino. He serves as a member of the Power Electronics Innovation Center (PEIC) and leads the PEEMD research group. Research Interests: Electrical Machines Power Electronics Electric Drives Energy Conversion Sustainable Motor Drive Systems Wide Bandgap Semiconductors Recent Publications focus on GaN converter technologies, flux control algorithms, thermal management via 3D-printed heatsinks, and fault tolerance in multi-phase motors. His work appears in IEEE ECCE, APEC, and industry applications journals. Supervised Students: Stefano Savio (PhD, ongoing, researching GaN multilevel inverters for motorsport) Enrico Vico (completed PhD, focusing on overcurrent protection for GaN semiconductors) Projects: Includes EU-funded E-motors, PNRR SEMDY, and commercial contracts with HBM Italia Srl and Servotecnica SpA. He holds multiple national/international patents in traction inverters and battery chargers.
Romano Borchiellini is a Full Professor in the Department of Energy (DENERG) at the Polytechnic University of Turin, Italy, serving as Rector's Representative for the Energy Center and Coordinator of the Interdepartmental Center Ec-L - Energy Center Lab. His academic work spans energy systems engineering with significant contributions to both theoretical research and practical applications in sustainable energy and safety engineering. Professor Borchiellini's research focuses on energy analysis, energy communities, energy efficiency, fire safety, and tunnel ventilation systems. His work bridges fundamental thermal engineering with practical sustainability applications, particularly in urban energy systems and transportation infrastructure. He has developed expertise in industrial technical physics with applications ranging from renewable energy communities to tunnel safety engineering, aligning with multiple UN Sustainable Development Goals including affordable clean energy, industry innovation, sustainable cities, and climate action. His recent publications demonstrate a clear research trajectory toward decarbonization strategies, renewable energy integration, and safety considerations for emerging energy technologies. The publications reveal increasing focus on hydrogen technologies, battery safety systems, and advanced ventilation solutions for transportation infrastructure, reflecting evolving energy transition challenges. His work consistently connects engineering fundamentals with practical sustainability applications across multiple sectors. Professor Borchiellini has supervised PhD students including Roberto Paglini (focusing on methane emission reporting) and Azad Hamzehpour (researching water mist systems for fire applications). He has secured numerous research grants from competitive calls, regional funding programs, national PRIN projects, and corporate partnerships, demonstrating strong research leadership and funding acquisition capabilities across multiple domains. He leads the Research Group M3ES within DENERG and coordinates the Energy Center Lab at Politecnico di Torino, which serves as an interdisciplinary hub for energy transition research. The laboratory work focuses on thermal systems analysis, energy efficiency optimization, and safety engineering applications, with particular emphasis on practical implementation in urban environments and transportation infrastructure.
Giorgio Guglieri is a Full Professor of Flight Mechanics at Politecnico di Torino, where he serves as Head of the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMEAS). He is a member of the Academic Senate, the Executive Committee of Specialising Master's Programmes, and the steering board of the PhD Program in Aerospace Engineering. His work is centered at the intersection of flight mechanics, autonomous systems, and human-machine interfaces. Professor Guglieri's research spans multiple key areas in aerospace engineering. His primary interests include flight dynamics and control of both fixed-wing and rotary aircraft, flight simulation technologies, unmanned aerial systems for urban applications, and human factors in aviation. His work has significant applications in urban air mobility, precision agriculture using drones, and enhancing aviation safety through physiological monitoring of pilot workload. Analysis of his recent publications reveals strong trends toward integrating artificial intelligence with traditional aerospace engineering. His research group has produced significant work on UAV navigation in GNSS-denied environments, reinforcement learning for path planning, physiological monitoring for pilot stress assessment, and digital twin technologies for predictive maintenance. The research shows increasing focus on practical urban applications of drone technology, particularly in logistics, precision agriculture, and urban air mobility solutions. Professor Guglieri actively supervises numerous PhD students working on cutting-edge aerospace projects including drone navigation systems, pilot workload monitoring, urban air logistics, and advanced flight control systems. He leads multiple research projects funded by EU programs (including Horizon 2020), national research councils, and industry partners such as Leonardo, ENAC, and various agricultural technology companies. He heads the Flight Mechanics Research Team at Politecnico di Torino, which operates the STREAM Robotics Laboratory and collaborates extensively with international partners including ZHAW, University of Maryland, and multiple European research institutions. The team has developed patented technologies including an anti-sloshing tank for agricultural spraying drones and fixed-wing micro UAVs.
Mauro Velardocchia is a Full Professor at the Polytechnic University of Turin , affiliated with the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMEAS) . With over 20 years of academic leadership, he specializes in automated vehicles, connected mobility systems, and advanced powertrain engineering . Research focus on vehicle dynamics, magnetic transmission systems, and energy-efficient automotive technologies Active in European and national research projects including OWHEEL, EFFEREST, and CliMAFlux Teaching contributions to Mechanical Engineering programs since 2000 His recent publications analyze autonomous off-road navigation, tracked vehicle dynamics, and digital twin technologies . Current research projects emphasize sustainable mobility (Goal 9), climate action (Goal 13), and engineering education (Goal 4). Key technical expertise in nonlinear vehicle modeling Leadership in EU-funded MSCA and Horizon Europe projects
fabio alberti is a fixed-term assistant professor at the department of mechanical and aerospace engineering (dimeas) of politecnico di torino. he is affiliated with the college of mechanical, aerospace, and automotive engineering. his work spans mechanical engineering, automotive systems, and applied mechanics. fabio's research integrates machine learning with mechanical engineering, focusing on vehicle dynamics, smart design algorithms, and biomedical applications like hip and dental prosthetics. his studies address fatigue analysis, vibration modeling, and tire dynamics. his recent articles highlight trends in electric powertrain control with neural networks smart design for automotive and biomedical components multi-physical modeling of tires and urban vehicles tribological and biomechanical analysis vibration and fatigue life evaluation
Luca Bergamasco is a Fixed-term Tenure-Track Assistant Professor at the Department of Energy (DENERG) , College of Electrical and Energy Engineering , Politecnico di Torino. His academic career spans multiple teaching roles across Electrical, Energy, Mechanical, Aerospace, and Automotive Engineering colleges, with a focus on computational heat transfer and solar energy technologies. Faculty of Electrical and Energy Engineering Member of Mechanical, Aerospace, and Automotive Engineering College Dr. Bergamasco's research centers on thermal engineering and industrial energy systems , combining machine learning with traditional thermal analysis. Key projects involve optimizing phase change materials for energy storage and developing neural network models for industrial applications. His recent publications (2023-2025) reveal a strong emphasis on thermal conductivity enhancement , CO2 reduction , and machine learning integration in energy systems. Collaborative work with Alessandro Ribezzo on metal wool-phase change composites demonstrates practical applications of his research. Teaching activities include Advanced Solar Energy Technologies and Computational Heat and Mass Transfer courses at both PhD and Master's levels. He actively supervises PhD students and contributes to courses like Machine Learning for Energy Applications .
Davide Clerici is a Fixed-term Assistant Professor at the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMEAS) at Politecnico di Torino. He serves as an invited member of both the College of Chemical and Materials Engineering and the College of Mechanical, Aerospace, and Automotive Engineering. His teaching responsibilities span multiple academic years (2021/22 through 2025/26), including courses on Materials and Production Process Simulation for the Materials Engineering for Industry 4.0 program and Product and Process Design with Numerical Methods for the Mechanical Engineering program. Dr. Clerici's research focuses on the intersection of mechanical engineering and electrochemistry, particularly in lithium-ion battery technology. His work centers on developing advanced models that couple electrochemical processes with mechanical behavior to understand battery degradation mechanisms. He investigates how mechanical stresses develop during battery operation and contribute to performance degradation, employing both analytical solutions and multi-scale modeling approaches. His research spans from fundamental fracture mechanics in battery materials to practical applications in battery diagnostics and state-of-charge estimation. His publication record reveals a strong trend toward increasingly sophisticated multi-physics modeling, with recent work (2023-2025) developing diagnostic methodologies based on mechanical measurements, innovative modeling frameworks like Polidemo for predicting battery degradation, and hybrid state-of-charge estimation algorithms that leverage both electrical and mechanical measurements. These advancements demonstrate a clear progression from theoretical modeling toward practical engineering applications in energy storage technology. Dr. Clerici actively participates in significant research projects, including the EU-funded LIFE LAERTHES project (2025-2027) focused on sustainable non-road mobile machinery, where he contributes as a research group member. He also leads commercial research initiatives, serving as Scientific Director for the 'Functional and performance evaluation of a sensorized battery pack' project (2025) and participating in MEMS sensor applications research. He currently supervises PhD student Salvatore Scalzo in the Mechanical Engineering Program (40th cycle, 2024-present), guiding research in the mechanical aspects of battery technology. His work bridges theoretical modeling and practical applications, contributing significantly to the advancement of safer, more reliable, and longer-lasting lithium-ion battery systems.
Alessandro Paolo Daga is a Fixed-term Tenure-Track Assistant Professor at the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMEAS) , Politecnico di Torino. His research focuses on machine diagnostics, vibration monitoring, bearings, digital signal processing, and machine learning applications in industrial systems. Keywords: Bearings, Digital Signal Processing, Machine Diagnostics, Machine Learning, Rotordynamics Awards: Best Poster Award at COMSOL Conference Munich 2023 3rd Place Best Paper at IEEE MetroInd4.0&IoT 2020 1st Place at Surveillance 9 (2017) 2nd Place at Surveillance 8 (2015) Teaching: He teaches courses in Gearbox Failure Analysis and Monitoring, and collaborates in Vibration Mechanics and Vehicle Noise & Vibration at both bachelor’s and master’s levels. He also supervises PhD research in Mechanical Engineering. Recent Research Trends: His work spans aerospace pyroshock testing, wind turbine condition monitoring, and vibration diagnostics for rotating machinery. He applies statistical learning and signal processing to energy systems and industrial equipment maintenance.
Matteo Magelli is a Fixed-term Assistant Professor at the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMEAS), Politecnico di Torino. His research focuses on digital twins, multibody dynamics, and railway vehicle dynamics, with specific interests in wheel-rail contact mechanics, tribology, and brake simulation. Fixed-term Assistant Professor (2024-present) Teaching roles: PhD Multibody Systems Applications, Master of Science in Machine Construction, and Bachelor-level courses Supervised PhD student: Rosario Pagano (Mechanical Engineering, 40th cycle) Research projects include dynamic simulations for railway braking systems, thermal analysis of synthetic brake blocks, and design of next-generation carbody technology. His work aligns with SDGs 9 (Industry Innovation) and 11 (Sustainable Cities). Selected publications address topics such as twin-disc device adaptation for braking investigations, railway wheel wear modeling, and digital twin integration in train dynamics.
Michele Pagone is a Fixed-term Assistant Professor at the Department of Electronics and Telecommunications (DET) at Politecnico di Torino. His academic role focuses on advanced control theory and its applications in aerospace and automotive engineering. Current academic rank: Assistant Professor Department: DET Invited member of the College of Computer, Film, and Mechatronics Engineering Invited member of the College of Mechanical, Aerospace, and Automotive Engineering Research Interests His research spans autonomous and electric vehicles, nonlinear and optimal control, robust control, and space trajectory optimization. He integrates machine learning and data science into control systems for sustainable mobility solutions. Key areas: Control Theory, Differential Games, Lyapunov Stability, Mechatronics Applications: Aerospace (orbital maneuvers), Automotive (adaptive cruise control), Energy Systems Academic Collaborations Michele supervises PhD students Lucrezia Lovaglio and Lorenzo Calogero, focusing on advanced model predictive control strategies for sustainable mobility. His work bridges theoretical control algorithms with practical implementations in electric vehicles and spacecraft systems. Research Groups Member of the Automatica research group at DET Collaborates on interdisciplinary projects involving Big Data, Neural Networks, and Systems Automation
Gianmarco Lorenti is a Research Fellow and external teaching collaborator at the Department of Energy (DENERG), Politecnico di Torino, where he contributes to research and education in energy systems and electrical engineering. He is actively involved in modeling and optimizing integrated community energy systems, with a focus on demand flexibility and renewable integration. Research Interests: His work spans Energy Systems , Renewable Energy Integration , Demand-Side Management , Optimization of Energy Communities , Smart Grids , and Sustainable Energy . He applies modeling and data-driven techniques to improve the efficiency and sustainability of residential and community-scale energy networks. The recent publications highlight a strong trend toward integrating photovoltaic systems with flexible demand in Italian energy communities, using optimization and data-driven methods. His work bridges electrical engineering with energy policy and environmental sustainability, particularly in urban and residential contexts. Scientific Contributions: Doctoral research on integrated community energy systems (2025) Publications in Energy and Buildings , IEEE Access , and international conferences like ICEM and ICOA Collaboration with experts such as Paolo Lazzeroni, Aldo Canova, and Maurizio Repetto Teaching and Advising: Gianmarco serves as a teaching collaborator in multiple courses including Elettrotecnica , Fondamenti di Elettrotecnica ed Elettronica , and Challenge@PoliTo projects. He supports students in Mechanical, Energy, Aerospace, and Engineering and Management programs, though no formal PhD or Master’s students are listed. Laboratories and Research Groups: He is affiliated with research initiatives at DENERG focused on energy system modeling, smart grids, and sustainable building technologies, contributing to both theoretical and applied energy research projects.
Erica Pastore is a Fixed-term Researcher in the Department of Management and Production Engineering (DIGEP) at Politecnico di Torino , affiliated with the College of Management and Production Engineering . Her work spans mathematical modeling, production planning, and simulation optimization within industrial engineering contexts. Teaching roles: Course Lecturer (2024/25, Management and Production Engineering), Course Collaborator (2025/26, Management Engineering) Sciences: Production Systems , Manufacturing Technologies , Sustainable Operations Her research focuses on mathematical modeling for production planning and optimization , examining variability propagation in manufacturing systems, additive manufacturing time estimation , and circular economy strategies at scheduling levels. Publications address flow line optimization , parallel batching , and healthcare logistics through simulation and analytical modeling . Recent work trends include flow time minimization (2025), additive manufacturing scheduling (2024), idle time reduction (2023), and urban logistics (2022). She has collaborated on 15+ publications since 2012, working with colleagues like Arianna Alfieri , Claudio Castiglione , and Barbara Previtali across production optimization, healthcare systems, and logistics.
Mario Antonio Cucumo is a Full Professor of Industrial Applied Physics at the University of Calabria's Department of Mechanical, Energy and Management Engineering (DIMEG), where he has served since 1983. He coordinates the Energy Engineering program and leads the Laboratory of Building Energetics. His academic journey includes roles as Assistant Professor (1983-1992), Associate Professor (1992-2003), and Full Professor (2003-present). Education: Graduated with honors in Industrial Engineering Technology from the University of Calabria (1979). Research Focus: Professor Cucumo specializes in solar energy conversion, building thermal dynamics, and renewable systems optimization. His work combines theoretical modeling with experimental validation, emphasizing: Photovoltaic performance enhancement Passive building cooling strategies Heat transfer mechanisms in industrial applications Solar thermal system prototyping He has authored 154+ publications, including textbooks on Applied Thermodynamics , Solar Engineering , and Energetics . Publication Trends (2020-2023): Recent research focuses on energy-efficient building technologies (photochromic windows, BIPV systems), computational fluid dynamics for thermal systems, and optimization of hybrid renewable configurations in Mediterranean climates. Studies demonstrate strong integration of experimental data with numerical modeling. Laboratory Leadership: As head of the Building Energetics Laboratory, he oversees experimental research on: Thermographic measurements PV panel performance testing Solar collector prototyping Passive cooling material analysis
Fabio Frustaci is an Associate Professor in the ING-INF/01 scientific-disciplinary sector at the Department of Computer Engineering, Modeling, Electronics and Systems (DIMES), University of Calabria. Previously, he served as a Research Fellow (RTd A/RTd B), Assistant Professor, and Adjunct Professor at the same department. From 2011–2014, he was a Visiting Research Fellow at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. B.S. in Electronic Engineering (2003), University "Mediterranea" of Reggio Calabria Ph.D. in Electronic Engineering (2007), University "Mediterranea" of Reggio Calabria His research focuses on low-power electronic design , FPGA-based hardware acceleration , and approximate computing , with applications in image processing, wearable systems, and neural networks. He actively explores quantum-dot cellular automata , dynamic voltage scaling , and noise-tolerant logic circuits . Recent publications highlight his work in deep learning hardware , energy-efficient multipliers , and real-time imaging systems . He leads research groups in nanoelectronics and microsystems and collaborates on projects involving SRAM optimization , carry skip adders , and radiation-hardened FPGAs . National Scientific Qualification for Full Professor (2023) Frustaci is affiliated with the Nanoelectronics and Microsystems Lab at DIMES, contributing to advancements in power-aware design , embedded systems , and semiconductor device modeling .
Prof. Andrea Crivellini is an Associate Professor at the Department of Industrial Engineering and Mathematical Sciences (DIISM) within the College of Engineering at Marche Polytechnic University . His research focuses on Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) , Turbulence Modeling , and High-Order Numerical Methods , particularly Discontinuous Galerkin (DG) solvers for fluid dynamics and turbulence simulation. Recent publications highlight his expertise in entropy-aware DG schemes, hybrid RANS/LES models, and implicit time integration for turbulent flows. He contributes to advancing CFD applications in aerospace, mechanical systems, and marine engineering. His work emphasizes numerical stability , mesh adaptivity , and high-performance computing .
