معرفی
Prof. Dr. Yakup KAYA is a Full Professor at Karabük University's Technical Sciences Vocational School, Department of Machinery and Metal Technologies, where he has built his academic career since 2009. His progression includes roles as Research Assistant (2009-2014), Assistant Professor (2014-2019), Associate Professor (2019-2024), and Professor (2024-present). He also held administrative positions as Department Head (2017-2021) and Department Vice Head (2016-2022).
Education:
- PhD in Manufacturing Engineering, Karabük University (2011-2014)
- Master's in Metal Education, Karabük University (2007-2010)
- Bachelor's in Metal Teaching, Bülent Ecevit University (2003-2006)
- Associate Degree in Technical Programs, Karadeniz Technical University (2000-2003)
Research Focus: Prof. Kaya's expertise centers on Welding Technologies (explosive welding, diffusion bonding, MAG/submerged arc welding), Composite Materials (bimetallic composites), Material Processing, and Microstructure Control. His work emphasizes industrial applications in marine, automotive, and pressure vessel manufacturing.
Publications: With 86 publications and an h-index of 14 (Google Scholar), his recent articles focus on optimizing welding parameters for dissimilar materials, interfacial behavior of explosively welded composites, and mechanical-corrosion properties of bonded metals. Research consistently addresses practical challenges in joining technologies.
Projects & Supervision: He has contributed to 13 research projects, including recent work on electron beam welding (2025) and submarine arc welding. As primary advisor, he has guided 10+ graduate students on topics like spot welding optimization and composite material analysis.