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Dr. Michael Heitzmann is an Associate Professor at the School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering, The University of Queensland, and Co-Director of the Centre for Advanced Materials Processing and Manufacturing (AMPAM). He leads a research group focused on high-temperature composites and composite durability, with a strong industry-oriented approach.
His research spans composite materials, manufacturing process development, and hybrid systems like FRP-timber and concrete/FRP composites. He has secured over $8.5M in research funding as Chief Investigator, including ARC Linkage and CRC projects.
Recent publications highlight advancements in biocomposites, nanocomposite coatings, and tribological performance under extreme conditions. His work addresses fire safety, mechanical properties, and industry applications in aerospace and civil infrastructure.
He has graduated 6 PhD and 2 MPhil students and currently supervises 10 PhD candidates. His industry collaborations include Lockheed Martin, Thales, and Cricket Australia, where he developed certification standards for cricket balls.
As an inventor of 3 patents, he emphasizes practical impact, such as coal seam gas wear guides used nationwide. His expertise also includes reactive resin transfer molding, filament winding, and automation in composite manufacturing.
