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Professor Kiet Tieu is a Senior Professor and academic leader in the School of Mechanical, Materials, Mechatronic and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Wollongong. He holds a PhD and B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from the Department of Mechanical Engineering. His research focuses on computational mechanics, tribology, rolling technology, and metal forming, with extensive use of supercomputing and advanced characterization techniques. Professor Tieu has supervised over 60 higher-degree research students, contributing to breakthroughs in high-entropy alloys, lubrication mechanisms, and material processing.
Education:
- Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering (1974)
- Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering (Honours), 1970
Research Interests:
- Tribology and wear mechanisms
- High-entropy alloys and composites
- Advanced lubrication systems
- Material processing and manufacturing
- Computational modeling of material behavior
Awards:
- William Johnson International Gold Medal (2012)
- Qilu Award (2011)
- Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering Fellow (2007)
- Vice-Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Research Supervision (2014)
Grants and Funding:
- Australian Research Council grants (e.g., Discovery Projects, Linkage Infrastructure)
- Industry partnerships with Baosteel and Pertamina
- Major equipment grants for advanced microscopy and testing facilities
Professor Tieu's work bridges theoretical models with experimental validation, addressing challenges in sustainable materials and manufacturing processes. His contributions have advanced the understanding of tribocatalysis, self-lubricating composites, and high-temperature material behavior.
