معرفی
Mesut Kırca is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Istanbul Technical University. He specializes in nanomaterials research with a focus on molecular dynamics simulations of carbon-based nanostructures like carbon nanotubes, graphene, and boron nitride nanotubes. His work explores mechanical properties, thermal conductivity, and failure mechanisms of advanced composite materials.
- Research Interests: Carbon nanotubes, molecular dynamics, nanocomposites, thermal properties, structural mechanics
He has led 3 major projects including investigations into hydrogen storage in graphene networks and acoustic properties of nano-porous materials. His recent work (2023-2025) includes studies on reinforced fuselage panels and mechanical behavior of antimonene nanotubes.
- Awards: First in Faculty (2004), Full Tuition Scholarship (2009), Domestic Master's Scholarship (2005)
Advising 30 ongoing theses focusing on molecular dynamics studies and nanomaterial applications. Active in interdisciplinary research spanning materials science and aerospace engineering.
