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Mehmet Kartal is a Reader in Mechanical Engineering at the School of Engineering, University of Aberdeen, with academic appointments since 2014 including Senior Lecturer (2016-2020) and Lecturer (2014-2016) positions. Previously, he served as a Post-doctoral Research Assistant at the University of Oxford (2008-2014).
His research encompasses:
- Micromechanical modelling
- Contact mechanics
- Residual stresses and eigenstrain theory
- Experimental mechanics
- Mechanics of materials
Dr. Kartal's work integrates computational methods with experimental techniques to investigate material behavior across multiple scales, with particular focus on additive manufacturing processes, crystal plasticity, hydrogen embrittlement effects, and microstructural deformation in advanced metallic materials including titanium alloys and stainless steels.
His current research portfolio includes significant projects such as 3D in-situ methodology for optimizing mechanical performance of laser melted aluminium alloys (EPSRC-funded) and design of new Umbelicals for deep sea applications (Oil and Gas Innovation Centre).
Dr. Kartal has secured over £600,000 in research funding from various sources including EPSRC, Oil and Gas Innovation Centre, The Royal Society, and POSCO.
He holds several leadership positions at Aberdeen:
- Director of Post-Graduate Research Students (2022-present)
- Coordinator of Non-Destructive Testing Services (μCT) (2016-present)
Externally, he serves as:
- A panel member of the Royal Society's Committee (2016-Present)
- A Fellow of the Institute of Mechanical Engineers (2020-Present)
- An External Examiner for PhD viva (2016-Present)
Dr. Kartal teaches multiple courses including Engineering Materials, Nonlinear Mechanics, Fatigue and Fracture Mechanics, and Subsea Construction, Inspection and Maintenance.
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