Ekrem Tüfekci

Ekrem Tüfekci is a Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Istanbul Technical University. He specializes in structural analysis, composite materials, and nanotechnology applications. His research focuses on finite element formulations, static/dynamic behavior of nanostructures, and material characterization.

• Key projects include studies on nanoparticle-reinforced composites and crack modeling in nanorods.
• Recipient of the 2023 Performance Award.

Research interests include:

• Structural mechanics of curved beams/arches
• Thermal-mechanical properties of advanced composites
• Numerical modeling of nano-scale materials

Recent work emphasizes aerospace materials (sandwich plates, auxetic lattices) and renewable energy components (wind turbine blades).

Grants: Multiple projects funded through BAP and TUBITAK programs since 2014.

• Active projects include metallic foam integration in composites (2021-2024)