Iulia Prodan

Iulia Prodan is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering within the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Technical Education from Brașov (UNITBV). Her research focuses on composite sandwich structures, low-velocity impact mechanics, and artificial neural networks (ANN). She has published extensively in journals like Materials Today: Proceedings and RECENT J., with notable work on structural design optimization and machine learning applications in mechanical systems. Her work integrates computational modelling, simulation techniques, and material performance analysis.

Her research interests emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, blending mechanical engineering principles with advanced computational tools. Recent publications address challenges in cutting dynamics, tool wear evaluation, and vibration prediction in machining processes, often leveraging design space exploration and explicit simulation methods. She has contributed to emergency systems design for aircraft passenger safety and ANN-based solutions for manufacturing challenges.

Dr. Prodan’s research outputs reflect a strong emphasis on practical applications of theoretical models in real-world mechanical engineering problems. She has collaborated on international conferences such as the 8th International Conference on Advanced Materials and Structures (AMS 2020) and the AVMS 2019 conference in Timisoara. No specific awards or grants are listed in the provided materials.