Sebastian Münstermann

Prof. Sebastian Münstermann is a Universitätsprofessor at RWTH Aachen University, leading the Lehrstuhl für Werkstoffmodellierung in der Umformtechnik (Chair of Material Modeling in Forming Technology). He holds affiliations with the Materials Science & Engineering (MatSE) and Molecular Science & Engineering (MSE) profiles, as well as the Projekthaus ICMEaix. His research focuses on advanced materials science, particularly computational modeling of material behavior under various conditions, including crystal plasticity, fracture mechanics, and hydrogen embrittlement. He is involved in interdisciplinary projects such as the FOSTA HOCHFEST network, aiming to improve the performance of high-strength steels for automotive and structural applications.

Key areas of expertise include the mechanical behavior of metallic materials, computational materials design, and the integration of machine learning into materials research. His work spans experimental and numerical methods, addressing challenges in material forming, fatigue life prediction, and damage mechanics. He collaborates with the Institute of Metal Forming (IBF), contributing to property-controlled forming processes and non-destructive monitoring techniques.

Research trends in his publications emphasize multiscale modeling, data-driven approaches, and the development of novel materials for safety-critical components. His team explores topics such as coating failure mechanisms, microstructure-property relationships, and the optimization of material properties for crashworthiness. The lab’s activities are supported by先进 experimental setups and simulation frameworks, reflecting a strong commitment to bridging fundamental research and industrial applications.