معرفی
Bilal Ahmad serves as a Teaching Fellow in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Strathclyde, United Kingdom. His academic role combines teaching responsibilities with research in advanced materials joining technologies, focusing on computational modeling of welding processes for structural and polymeric materials.
Education
- PhD in Mechanical Engineering from University of Strathclyde (awarded March 2019) with thesis titled Numerical Optimisation of low alloy steel friction stir welding supervised by Professors Galloway and Toumpis
Dr Ahmad's research centers on friction stir welding (FSW) and laser-assisted variants, employing numerical modeling to optimize weld quality in structural steel and polyethylene applications. His work addresses critical challenges in material flow dynamics, thermal management, and mechanical property enhancement during joining processes, contributing to advancements in manufacturing efficiency for automotive and aerospace sectors.
Analysis of his 2019-2023 publications reveals consistent focus on computational optimization of welding parameters, with significant citation impact (25+ Scopus citations) for his structural steel research. His work bridges theoretical modeling with practical industrial applications, particularly in joining dissimilar materials where conventional techniques face limitations.
Dr Ahmad actively contributes to departmental quality initiatives as Academic Staff on the EGCF project (active since June 2024), developing standardized exam guidelines and quality assurance frameworks for Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering programs. He also engages in educational outreach through activities like the MAE Egg Drop Program, demonstrating commitment to engineering education at multiple levels.
