Marcello Papini

Dr. Marcello Papini is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical, Industrial and Mechatronics Engineering at Toronto Metropolitan University, where he leads research in abrasive jet technology and biomechanics. He also holds an adjunct professorship at the University of Waterloo. A Tier II Canada Research Chair holder (2007–2017) and Fellow of the Canadian Society for Mechanical Engineering, his work bridges mechanical engineering, materials science, and biomedical applications.

His research focuses on abrasive jet micro-machining, solid particle erosion, and orthopaedic biomechanics. Using advanced numerical modeling—including finite element analysis, level set methods, and cellular automaton simulations—he investigates material removal mechanisms, surface evolution, and the performance of orthopaedic implants. His lab develops predictive models for microfabrication processes applicable to MEMS, microfluidics, and lab-on-a-chip devices.

Recent publications highlight trends in inverse methods for 3D micro-etching, CFD-aided prediction of machining channels, and simulation of particle impacts. His work emphasizes both experimental validation and computational innovation in non-traditional machining and biomechanics.

Scientific Awards:

• Tier II Canada Research Chair in Abrasive Jet Technology (2007–2017)
• Fellow, Canadian Society for Mechanical Engineering (FCSME)

Dr. Papini has been actively involved in research supervision and mentorship, supported by funding from NSERC. He co-edits the journal Wear (Elsevier) and collaborates with researchers at the University of Toronto. His group maintains three research labs focused on abrasive jet and erosion phenomena.

His research group specializes in modeling techniques for abrasive jet machining, solid particle erosion, and orthopaedic biomechanics, utilizing composite bone analogues and finite element models to evaluate implants and engineered tissues.