Mustafa Güden

Mustafa Güden is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the Izmir Institute of Technology (IYTE). His primary affiliation is with the Department of Mechanical Engineering within the College of Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Delaware and has been a current staff member since his appointment. His research focuses on advanced materials and their mechanical behavior under various conditions, including high-strain-rate deformation, additive manufacturing, and energy absorption mechanisms.

Education:

• B.S. in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi (1989)
• M.S. in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi (1992)
• Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, University of Delaware (1999)

Research interests include composite materials, cellular/lattice structures, additive manufacturing processes, high-speed testing methodologies, and the relationship between microstructure and mechanical properties. His work often combines experimental and computational approaches to study material behavior under extreme conditions.

Publications span over 100 articles, emphasizing topics like metallic foams, bio-inspired materials, and energy absorption systems. Key trends include investigations into the mechanical response of additively manufactured structures, strain-rate effects on material properties, and the development of advanced composite systems for structural applications.

Notable contributions include studies on aluminum foams, lattice-core sandwich panels, and the dynamic behavior of metallic composites. His research has practical applications in armor systems, biomedical materials, and aerospace engineering. He has advised numerous students and contributes to academic and industrial collaborations.