Stefano Spigarelli

Prof. Stefano Spigarelli is a Full Professor at the Polytechnic University of Marche, affiliated with the Department of Industrial Engineering and Mathematical Sciences. His research focuses on metallurgy and advanced materials, particularly in additive manufacturing, creep behavior of metals, and microstructural analysis. He explores topics such as laser powder bed fusion, friction stir processing, and high-temperature material performance. His work addresses applications in aerospace, biomedical, and mechanical engineering domains.

Research interests include the characterization of materials like Inconel 718, titanium alloys, and stainless steels, emphasizing their structural and mechanical properties under extreme conditions. He contributes to developing predictive models for material behavior, including creep response and thermal stability. His recent studies highlight innovations in additive manufacturing processes and their impact on material design.

Prof. Spigarelli has published extensively on topics such as lattice structure fabrication, material degradation mechanisms, and the optimization of joining processes like friction stir welding. His research bridges theoretical modeling and experimental validation, advancing the understanding of material behavior under high-temperature and high-stress environments.