Marco ALFANO

Marco ALFANO is a Full Professor at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, affiliated with the Department of Engineering Sciences and Methods (DISMI) within the College of Engineering. His academic role includes teaching advanced courses such as Digital Multiphysics Simulation for Machine Design, Mechanics of Machines and Structures, and Advanced Lightweight Mechanical Design. His research focuses on mechanical design methodologies, finite element analysis, material selection for lightweight structures, additive manufacturing, and fracture mechanics of adhesive joints.

Teaching responsibilities span master’s and undergraduate programs in Digital Automation Engineering, Management Engineering, and Sustainable Industrial Engineering. Courses emphasize numerical simulation tools (e.g., FEA), material behavior under multi-physics conditions, and sustainable design strategies.

Research interests include optimizing laser cladding processes for high-performance coatings, enhancing adhesive joint toughness through surface patterning, and analyzing crack propagation in 3D-printed materials. His work bridges computational modeling (e.g., machine learning applications) with experimental validation, contributing to fields like aerospace and automotive engineering.

Publications (15+ since 2021) highlight interdisciplinary collaborations, addressing topics such as composite material characterization, energy dissipation in interfaces, and mechanical properties of laser-deposited alloys. His research is driven by industrial applications, focusing on durability, sustainability, and advanced manufacturing techniques.