Juraj Beniak

Prof. Ing. Juraj Beniak, PhD is a leading academic at the Institute of Production Engineering and Production Quality (Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, STU). He serves as a Professor CSc., PhD and holds external collaborator roles at the Institute of Computer Engineering and Applied Informatics (FIIT) and the Institute of Manufacturing Technologies (MTF). His research bridges mechanical engineering and sustainable production.

• Office: U.V.I.P. SjF, Office 537
• Contact: +421 2 57296 537 | +421 905 593 953 (mobile)

Beniak's research focuses on additive manufacturing, biomass compaction, and smart production technologies. He investigates 3D printing parameter optimization, surface modification techniques, and composite material development from renewable sources. His work addresses both industrial applications and environmental sustainability through advanced manufacturing.

Key projects include:

• OP R&I: Automation in freight railway vehicle production (2019–2023)
• APVV-18-0527: Additive manufacturing technology development (2019–2022)
• Recovery Plan: AI-driven waste management systems (2024–2026)

As a KEGA grant guarantor and APVV co-investigator, he leads initiatives in CAx education, virtual laboratories, and biofuel production optimization. His contributions span from experimental equipment design to mathematical modeling of compaction processes.