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Dr. Mladenko Kajtaz is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Engineering at RMIT University, specializing in additive manufacturing, lightweight structures design, and sports technology. He leads research on optimized load-bearing structures using 3D printing and hybrid materials, and collaborates with industry partners like Albion Sports and the Australian Sports Commission. His academic positions include a Doctoral Researcher at RMIT (2008–2013) and roles as a Project Engineer at Institute für Technik und Design GmbH (2017–2019) and Product Development Manager at Albion Sports (2013–2015).
Education & Positions:
- RMIT University: Doctoral Researcher (2008–2013)
- Institute für Technik und Design GmbH: Project Engineer (2017–2019)
- Albion Sports Pty Ltd: Product Development Manager (2013–2015)
- Audi AG: Test Engineer (2004–2005)
Research Interests: Dr. Kajtaz’s work focuses on advanced manufacturing techniques, finite element analysis, and multidisciplinary design optimization. His projects include developing bio-inspired suture structures, lightweight sports equipment, and assistive technologies like ankle-foot orthoses. He also explores sustainable practices in additive manufacturing to reduce industrial waste.
Recent Research Trends: His articles highlight innovations in material characterization (e.g., polyamide-11 aging effects), structural optimization (e.g., generative design for orthotics), and thermal management systems. These studies bridge theoretical models with practical applications in biomedical and environmental engineering.
Awards & Recognition:
- 2018 Malcolm Moore Industry Research Award
- 2015 RMIT Early Career Development Fellowship
- 2010 RMIT Pro Vice Chancellor’s Postgraduate Research Student International Conference Fund
- 2007 AutoCRC Postgraduate Scholarship
- 2006 Australian Postgraduate Award
Advising & Grants: Dr. Kajtaz supervises Masters and PhD students in topics like bioinspired structures and desalination systems. He manages high-impact projects, such as a $375,000 collaboration for an equestrian helmet with Albion Sports and the Australian Racing Board.
Labs & Collaborations: He is affiliated with RMIT’s Centre for Additive Manufacturing and the Sports Technology and Lightweight Structures research groups. His international partnerships include Technical Universities in Munich and Ingolstadt, and organizations like DST and the Australian Sports Technology Network.
