Research Assistant, GiKI, Pakistan
Babar Ashfaq is a passionate researcher and educator specializing in Additive Manufacturing, Computational Mechanics, and Design Optimization. Currently pursuing a PhD in Mechanical Engineering at the Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute, he has a strong foundation in high-velocity impact on composites from his MS at the International Islamic University. Babar is dedicated to advancing engineering through innovative research and teaching.
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Education
Babar holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences & Technology, where he has maintained a CGPA of 3.50. He also completed his MS and BS in Mechanical Engineering at the International Islamic University, with CGPAs of 3.80 and 3.52, respectively. His educational background equips him with a solid understanding of mechanical principles and advanced manufacturing techniques. 📚🎓
Experience
As a Graduate Research Assistant at the Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute, Babar assists faculty with academic and administrative duties and teaches various courses, including Stress Analysis and Additive Manufacturing. He has also served as a Lab Engineer at the University of Lahore and a Visiting Lecturer at the International Islamic University, enriching his teaching and engineering experience. 🛠️👨🏫
Research Focus
Babar’s research focuses on Additive Manufacturing and Computational Mechanics, particularly in the development of innovative auxetic structures and the mechanical characterization of 3D printed materials. His work aims to enhance structural performance through geometric optimization and advanced material modeling techniques. 🔬💡
Awards and Honours
Babar has been actively involved in organizing conferences and workshops, including the 2nd International Conference on Modern Technologies in Mechanical & Material Engineering (MTME 2024) and various symposiums on materials technology. His contributions have been recognized through his participation as a speaker and moderator at prestigious events. 🏆🎤
Publication Top Notes
Babar Ashfaq has authored several noteworthy publications, including:
A novel design of mono and bi-cells based hybrid auxetic structures and assessment of their compressive properties. Journal of Materials Research and Technology, 2024. Link
Mechanical Characterization of Innovative 3D-printed Auxetic (NPR) Structures: Role of Considering Anisotropy on Accuracy of Numerical Modelling. Journal of Materials Research and Technology, 2024. Link
Geometric optimization of additively manufactured hybrid auxetic structures for enhanced compression performance via Taguchi approach. Additive Manufacturing, 2024. (Submitted)
Enhancing Structural Design: Anisotropic Material Modeling for Additively Manufactured Auxetic Structures. Scientific Reports, 2024. (Submitted)
Impact Resistance of GLARE Composites in Aerospace: A Finite Element Analysis of Bird Strike Scenarios. Journal of Advanced Mechanical Design Systems and Manufacturing, 2024. (Submitted)