Alexander Mattes

Prof. Alexander Mattes is a Professor of Production/Manufacturing Technology at Kiel University of Applied Sciences' Faculty of Mechanical Engineering. He leads the Manufacturing Technology Research Group, focusing on additive manufacturing (e.g., DED), machining processes, forming technology, and AI-driven process optimization. His work integrates data science to enhance manufacturing efficiency and cost assessment.

Education:

• PhD in Engineering (2008): Dissertation on "Chipping simulation solutions for tool construction and process design for milling," Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT).
• Mechanical Engineering (2004–2008), specializing in production technology, from KIT.

Research Interests:

His research emphasizes additive manufacturing of metal components using powder-based DED, AI applications in process optimization, and data-driven approaches for machining, forming, and welding. The group prioritizes economic viability of DED processes and AI-based in-process monitoring for manual welding.

Technology Transfer & Collaboration:

Prof. Mattes collaborates with industry partners (e.g., Siemens, Multivac) on joint implementation projects, focusing on practical applications of advanced manufacturing technologies. His team specializes in cost assessment of additive processes and sensor data utilization via Machine Learning.

Labs & Team:

He directs the Manufacturing Technology Research Group, comprising experts in additive manufacturing, data science, and sensor technology. Team members include M.Eng. Thore Gericke (Additive Manufacturing), M.Sc. Simon Hagemann (Technology Transfer), and others with roles in CAM programming and welding optimization.