Moon Seung Ki

Assoc. Prof. Moon Seung Ki is an Associate Professor at the School of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering, Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore. He serves as Assistant Chair (Research) and leads the Design Sciences Laboratory, focusing on additive manufacturing, digital twins, and sustainable design. His work bridges engineering fundamentals with advanced technologies like AI and IoT to innovate in smart manufacturing systems.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering, Pennsylvania State University (2008)
• M.S. and B.S. in Industrial Engineering, Hanyang University, South Korea (1995, 1992)

Research Interests:

His research spans additive manufacturing processes (e.g., 3D printing, laser deposition), design optimization for customization, smart factories, and sustainability. Key areas include modular product architectures, embedded sensor integration, and digital twin applications for real-time production monitoring.

Grants & Projects:

• Leading over 30 funded projects, including Singapore’s National Additive Manufacturing Innovation Cluster and collaborations with industries like Hyundai, ST Aerospace, and Samsung.
• Recent grants focus on 3D printing for automotive components, AI-driven alloy design, and smart factory digital twins.

Labs & Teams:

He directs the Design Sciences Laboratory, a hub for interdisciplinary research in additive manufacturing, product lifecycle management, and Industry 4.0 technologies. The lab emphasizes practical applications such as customized medical devices and aerospace components.