Rashid Ahmed Yildiz

Rashid Ahmed Yıldız holds the position of Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Istanbul Technical University. His research focuses on advanced manufacturing processes, including additive manufacturing (e.g., laser powder bed fusion), explosive forming of metals, and material behavior analysis under extreme conditions. He has contributed to studies on aluminum alloys, stainless steels, and high-conductivity materials like copper.

Research interests encompass topics such as residual stress analysis, surface quality optimization, finite element modeling, and damage evolution in materials. His work bridges experimental and numerical approaches, addressing challenges in high-strain-rate forming and microstructural characterization.

Recent projects include the modeling of damage behavior in aluminum alloys and the investigation of mechanical properties of materials fabricated via additive manufacturing. Collaborations involve interdisciplinary efforts to improve material performance through advanced manufacturing techniques.

Notable research outputs include studies on Inconel 625 additive manufacturing, explosive forming of copper tubes, and numerical analysis of DP600 steel deformation. These contributions highlight his expertise in both theoretical and applied aspects of mechanical engineering.