Gilles REGNIER

Gilles REGNIER is a Professor at Arts et Métiers ParisTech and Deputy Director of the institution's Rabat campus. He leads the Polymers & Composites research team at the PIMM Laboratory, a joint research unit affiliated with CNRS and CNAM. His work focuses on advanced polymer processing and composite materials development.

Research Interests:
Professor Regnier's research spans polymer processing techniques (especially injection molding and additive manufacturing), composite material consolidation, and material behavior analysis. Key focus areas include:

• Flow-induced crystallization modeling
• Thermoplastic composites consolidation
• Degradation mechanisms in polymers
• Fused filament fabrication of specialized composites
• Material characterization techniques

Recent Publication Trends:
His recent articles (2020-2024) demonstrate strong focus on manufacturing process optimization, particularly in injection molding simulations and additive manufacturing processes. Significant work on material behavior includes studies of crystallization phenomena, viscosity measurements, and degradation mechanisms in engineering polymers.

Industrial Partnerships:
Substantial industry collaboration evidenced by co-invented patents with Safran (aerospace), Lectra (industrial cutting systems), and AMVALOR (technology transfer).

Laboratory Leadership:
Leads the Polymers & Composites team at PIMM Laboratory, focusing on fundamental and applied research in materials processing and characterization.