Ekrem Ozkaya | Manufacturing processes | Best Industrial Research Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ekrem Ozkaya | Manufacturing processes | Best Industrial Research Award 

Associate Research | Faculty of Engineering and Architecture – Department of Mechanical Engineering, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan University | Turkey

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ing. Ekrem Özkaya is a distinguished mechanical engineering scholar known for advancing high-performance materials, manufacturing processes, and simulation-driven engineering. With extensive industrial and academic experience, he contributes to innovation in material processing, machining optimization, and computational modeling. His academic background spans multiple doctorate degrees in mechanical engineering, informatics, applied mathematics, and fluidics, supported by additional qualifications in energy engineering, product development, and management. Professionally, he has served as a researcher, associate professor, project leader, and head of R&D initiatives, collaborating closely with industry to integrate advanced simulation technologies into manufacturing. His research focuses on FEM, CFD, CAE, FSI, and mathematical optimization for the development and processing of modern aerospace-grade and difficult-to-machine materials, as well as modeling erosion, cavitation, and structural behaviors. His scholarly output includes 37 publications with 524 citations across 371 citing documents and an h-index of 14, reflecting his impact in the field. Recognized for multidisciplinary expertise and leadership in engineering innovation, he has supervised numerous research projects and significantly contributed to advancing industrial R&D through simulation-based methods.

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Anna Zawada-Tomkiewicz | Manufacturing Processes | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Anna Zawada-Tomkiewicz | Manufacturing Processes | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Koszalin University of Technology | Poland

Anna Zawada-Tomkiewicz, PhD, DSc, Eng., is an Associate Professor at the Department of Technical Systems and Informatics Engineering, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Energy, Koszalin University of Technology, Poland. She is a distinguished researcher with expertise in metrology, manufacturing diagnostics, machining processes, and Industry 4.0 technologies, contributing significantly to academic literature, industrial R&D, and advanced training in modern manufacturing systems.

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Education Details

She earned her MSc in Civil Engineering with a specialization in structural engineering, followed by a PhD in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on computer measurement systems, and later obtained her habilitation (DSc) in Mechanical Engineering. In addition to her main degrees, she has completed various postgraduate programs in areas such as educational management systems, occupational safety, IT and computer networks, as well as specialized industrial training in machining, PLC programming, micro-CT, measurement system analysis, and statistical process control.

Professional Experience

She has built her academic and research career at Koszalin University of Technology, where she currently serves as Associate Professor. Beyond teaching and research, she has actively contributed to applied industrial projects, including the automation of CNC-based manufacturing processes and the development of intelligent modular production systems. Her work integrates academic knowledge with real-world industrial applications, particularly in the context of smart manufacturing and digitalization.

Research Interests

Her research covers surface metrology and geometric structure measurement, dimensional and shape evaluation in manufacturing, wavelet and time–frequency analysis of machining signals, artificial neural networks and machine learning in diagnostics, and computed tomography applications in manufacturing. She is also deeply engaged in developing predictive models, CAD/CAM-based measurement integration, digital twin applications, and Industry 4.0-based automation concepts, with a strong emphasis on feedback loops between design, production, and measurement for quality assurance.

Awards and Honors

She has authored monographs, textbooks, and over a hundred peer-reviewed scientific papers, making notable contributions to the advancement of modern manufacturing engineering. Her publications, books, and participation in international collaborations have established her as a respected academic figure in her field.

Publication Top Notes

Investigation of Titanium Alloy Cutting Dynamics in Thin-Layer Machining, 2025.

Surface roughness in hard turning of EN 100Cr6 with coated PCBN cutting tools at micro cutting depths, 2025.

Surface Characterization of Metallic Materials in the Case of the Turning Process of NiTi Alloy, 2024.

Conclusion

Prof. Anna Zawada-Tomkiewicz stands out as a leading academic and researcher whose interdisciplinary expertise bridges theory and practice in manufacturing engineering. Through her sustained commitment to innovation, education, and industrial application, she continues to shape advancements in metrology, intelligent machining, and Industry 4.0 solutions, reinforcing her reputation as a highly influential figure in engineering research and practice.