Dong Kyun Min | Mechatronics engineering | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dong Kyun Min | Mechatronics engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dong Kyun Min at Korea University of Technology and Education South Korea

Summary:

Prof. Dong-Kyun Min is a distinguished academic and researcher in mechanical and production engineering. He earned his Ph.D., M.S., and B.S. from Seoul National University, where he specialized in mechanical design and production. Currently, he serves as a professor at the Korea University of Technology and Education (KOREATECH), with leadership experience as the Dean of Mechatronics Engineering and Vice-President of Academic Affairs. Prof. Min’s research focuses on finite element analysis, advanced mechanical design, and integrated mechatronics systems, making significant contributions to manufacturing and engineering education.

Professional Profile:

👩‍🎓Education:

  • Ph.D. in Mechanical Design and Production Engineering
    Seoul National University, Graduate School (March 1986 – August 1991)

    • Thesis: “A Finite Element Analysis on the Electro-Magnetic Tube Compression Process”
  • M.S. in Mechanical Design and Production Engineering
    Seoul National University, Graduate School (March 1984 – February 1986)
  • B.S. in Mechanical Design and Production Engineering
    Seoul National University, College of Engineering (March 1980 – February 1984)

Professional Experience:

Korea University of Technology and Education (KOREATECH) (September 1995 – Present)

Professor, School of Mechatronics Engineering

  • Specialized in mechatronics and mechanical design education.

Dean, School of Mechatronics Engineering (March 2000 – February 2002)

Vice-President of Academic Affairs (January 2007 – December 2008)

  • Oversaw academic policies and institutional development.

Director, Center for Integrated Teaching and Learning (September 2014 – December 2015)

  • Focused on modernizing teaching methodologies and promoting integrated learning systems.

Seoul National University, Institute of Advanced Machinery and Design (March 1990 – September 1995)

  • Served as Assistant Research Engineer and Special Research Engineer, contributing to advanced research in machinery design and manufacturing processes.

Research Interests:

  • Finite Element Analysis in Manufacturing Processes
  • Electromagnetic Compression and Forming Technologies
  • Advanced Mechanical Design and Mechatronics Systems
  • Integration of Mechanical and Electronic Systems in Production Engineering

Top Noted Publication:

A Study of Dry Coating Process Using Zinc Coated Balls

  • Authors: J.-P. Hong, D.-K. Min, D.-T. Chung
  • Journal: Journal of Materials Processing Technology
  • Year: 2007
  • Volume/Issue: 187-188
  • Pages: 447–452
  • Citations: 1

A Study on Precision Cold Forging Process Improvements for the Steering Yoke of Automobiles by the Rigid-Plastic Finite-Element Method

  • Authors: D.-K. Min, M.-E. Kim
  • Journal: Journal of Materials Processing Technology
  • Year: 2003
  • Volume/Issue: 138(1-3)
  • Pages: 339–342
  • Citations: 21

Conference Papers

A Study of Dry Coating Process

  • Authors: J.-P. Hong, D.-K. Min, D.-T. Chung
  • Conference Proceedings: International Journal of Modern Physics B
  • Year: 2008

Conclusion:

Prof. Dong-Kyun Min is a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award in Mechatronics Engineering. His exceptional academic achievements, research on finite element analysis and manufacturing processes, and leadership in education showcase his dedication to advancing mechatronics and production engineering.

To strengthen his candidacy further, Prof. Min could focus on publishing in higher-impact journals, expanding his research into emerging technologies, and increasing the practical applications of his work in industry. His blend of academic rigor, impactful research, and contributions to education and engineering makes him a valuable nominee for this prestigious award.

 

Duy Vo | Mechanical Engineering Pioneer | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Duy Vo | Mechanical Engineering Pioneer | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Duy Tan University, Vietnam

Summary:

Dr. Duy Vo is an accomplished engineer and researcher in civil engineering, focusing on applied and computational mechanics, structural analysis, and material optimization. He earned his Ph.D. and M.Sc. from the Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology at Thammasat University, Thailand, and his B.Eng. from Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology, Vietnam. Dr. Vo has received prestigious scholarships and awards for his academic excellence and research contributions, including the Outstanding Dissertation Award from Thammasat University. His work has been widely published in renowned journals, and he continues to contribute to advancing engineering knowledge and practice.

Professional Profile:

👩‍🎓Education:

Ph.D. in Engineering and Technology (2020)

  • School of Civil Engineering and Technology, Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology, Thammasat University, Thailand

M.Sc. in Engineering and Technology (2017)

  • School of Civil Engineering and Technology, Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology, Thammasat University, Thailand

B.Eng. in Civil Engineering (2015)

  • Faculty of Civil Engineering, Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology, Vietnam National University, Vietnam

🏢 Professional Experience:

Dr. Duy Vo is a dedicated researcher and educator specializing in applied mechanics, computational mechanics, and structural analysis within the field of civil engineering. His professional journey is marked by significant contributions to the understanding of mechanics of materials, numerical analysis, and optimization. Dr. Vo has collaborated extensively with international research teams and has published numerous high-impact journal articles on topics such as isogeometric analysis of beams, effective material properties of lattices, and the development of advanced computational methods for structural analysis. His expertise also includes working with various numerical methods and optimizing structural designs for better performance and efficiency.

Research Interests:

  • Applied Mechanics
  • Computational Mechanics
  • Structural Analysis
  • Civil Engineering
  • Mechanics of Materials
  • Numerical Analysis
  • Optimization

Awards and Honors:

  • Outstanding Dissertation Award, Thammasat University, Thailand (2020)
  • Ph.D. Scholarship, AUN/SEED-Net, JICA (2018)
  • Master Scholarship, AUN/SEED-Net, JICA (2016)

Top Noted Publication:

1. Geometrically nonlinear multi-patch isogeometric analysis of spatial Euler–Bernoulli beam structures

  • Authors: D. Vo, P. Nanakorn, T.Q. Bui
  • Journal: Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering
  • Volume: 380
  • Article: 113808
  • Year: 2021
  • Citations: 19

2. Dynamic multi-patch isogeometric analysis of planar Euler–Bernoulli beams

  • Authors: D. Vo, A. Borković, P. Nanakorn, T.Q. Bui
  • Journal: Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering
  • Volume: 372
  • Article: 113435
  • Year: 2020
  • Citations: 17

3. Static analysis of planar arbitrarily curved microbeams with the modified couple stress theory and Euler-Bernoulli beam model

  • Authors: D. Vo, P. Suttakul, J. Rungamornrat, P. Nanakorn
  • Journal: Applied Mathematical Modelling
  • Volume: 112
  • Pages: 358-390
  • Year: 2022
  • Citations: 13

4. Effective out-of-plane rigidities of 2D lattices with different unit cell topologies

  • Authors: P. Suttakul, P. Nanakorn, D. Vo
  • Journal: Archive of Applied Mechanics
  • Volume: 89
  • Pages: 1837-1860
  • Year: 2019
  • Citations: 13

5. An efficient isogeometric beam formulation for analysis of 2D non-prismatic beams

  • Authors: D. Vo, X. Li, P. Nanakorn, T.Q. Bui
  • Journal: European Journal of Mechanics – A/Solids
  • Volume: 89
  • Article: 104280
  • Year: 2021
  • Citations: 12