Alexander Schwedt

Dr. Alexander Schwedt is a Group Leader at the Central Facility for Electron Microscopy at RWTH Aachen University. His research focuses on advanced materials characterization using electron microscopy techniques, particularly in the context of rolling contact fatigue in bearing steels, microstructural evolution in high-performance alloys, and failure mechanisms in engineering materials. He collaborates extensively across disciplines, including metallurgy, tribology, and energy storage systems.

His work integrates experimental methods (e.g., EBSD, TEM/STEM) with computational modeling to study phenomena such as white etching areas, dark etching regions, and subsurface carbide deformation. Recent studies highlight innovations in additive manufacturing processes, corrosion-resistant materials, and nanostructure analysis of functional materials like sodium-ion battery components.

• Key Research Themes: Rolling contact fatigue in bearings, microstructure-property relationships, advanced microscopy techniques, and materials for energy storage.
• Notable Projects: Development of novel imaging methods for laser-induced defects in intraocular lenses, mechanistic studies on carbonation of peridotite, and tailored microstructures via hybrid directed energy deposition.

Dr. Schwedt’s publications span journals like Wear, Acta Materialia, and Nano Letters, reflecting his contributions to both fundamental and applied materials science. He actively engages in collaborative research with academia and industry, addressing challenges in mechanical engineering, geochemistry, and biomedical applications.