Dr. Süleyman Demir | Cell Structure Analysis | Best Researcher Award
Dr. Süleyman Demir, Marmara Üniversitesi Mühendislik Fakültesi: Marmara Universitesi Muhendislik Fakultesi, Turkey
Dr. Süleyman Demir is a dynamic researcher and engineer with over a decade of experience in mechanical and aerospace engineering. Born in Kütahya in 1985, he has developed deep expertise in topological optimization, fatigue analysis, and additive manufacturing. His professional journey spans both academia and industry, having contributed significantly to national-scale R&D initiatives in wind energy and aerospace sectors. Currently serving as a Relations Manager at TUSAŞ (Turkish Aerospace Industries), he supports strategic innovation and industry-academia collaboration, helping students and professionals gain hands-on R&D experience. With a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Marmara University and multiple master’s degrees, Dr. Demir has authored influential publications in international conferences and journals. His interdisciplinary approach and focus on practical impact make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. A detail-oriented and forward-thinking individual, he is passionate about advancing sustainable technologies and supporting the next generation of engineers.
Publication Profile:
✅ Strengths for the Award:
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Strong Academic Background
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Interdisciplinary Expertise
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Combines aerospace engineering, renewable energy, material science, and computational modeling.
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Demonstrates versatility with experience in both aerodynamics and structural mechanics.
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Industry-Academia Bridging
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Works as Relations Manager at TUSAŞ, where he facilitates collaboration between R&D labs and aviation students through programs like Lift Up.
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Research Contributions
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Contributed to nationally important projects, such as the design and FEA of 500 kW wind turbines using domestic resources.
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Authored multiple peer-reviewed publications and conference papers in both mechanical and aerospace engineering domains.
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Application-Focused Research
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Research directly impacts real-world components such as helicopter tail rotor arms, advancing fatigue resistance and manufacturability.
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⚠️ Areas for Improvement:
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Global Visibility
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While he has presented internationally, more high-impact journal publications in globally recognized platforms (e.g., IEEE, ASME, Nature Engineering) would further strengthen his global profile.
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Project Leadership
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Highlighting PI (Principal Investigator) or lead roles in major R&D grants or government-funded innovation programs would demonstrate leadership in research.
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Patent Portfolio
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A stronger emphasis on patent filings or commercialized technologies would enhance the practical impact of his innovations.
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🎓 Education:
Dr. Demir holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Marmara University (2018–2023), where he researched topology optimization and additive manufacturing of aerospace components. His dissertation focused on the helicopter tail rotor pitch arm, combining computational and experimental approaches such as fatigue testing on advanced aluminum alloys. He earned two master’s degrees in Mechanical Engineering: one from Kocaeli University (2010–2013), where he studied “Wind Turbine Hub Manufacturing and System Integration,” and another from Dumlupınar University, Kütahya, focusing on “Fatigue Strength Factor (Kf) and Thermal Variations.” His educational background reflects a strong commitment to renewable energy, structural optimization, and materials engineering. Dr. Demir’s academic record blends theoretical knowledge with industrial application, laying the foundation for his impactful contributions to aerospace and mechanical systems. His interdisciplinary training enables him to bridge gaps between R&D, manufacturing, and system-level engineering.
💼 Experience:
Dr. Süleyman Demir has cultivated a robust career across industry and academia. At TUSAŞ (Turkish Aerospace Industries) in Ankara, he works as a Relations Manager, playing a pivotal role in R&D lab development and the Lift Up program, fostering practical experience for aviation students. From June 2011 to October 2013, he served as a Researcher at Sabancı University in Istanbul, where he focused on the mechanical design and FEA (Finite Element Analysis) of 500 kW wind turbines developed with domestic resources. His career is defined by a passion for engineering innovation and collaboration. His leadership bridges academic research with industrial application, ensuring practical solutions are brought to complex engineering problems. By mentoring young researchers and promoting applied science in aerospace technologies, Dr. Demir continues to impact Turkish and global research landscapes in engineering.
🔬 Research Focus:
Dr. Demir’s research focuses on structural optimization, fatigue damage modeling, additive manufacturing, and renewable energy systems. His Ph.D. research pioneered fatigue-based topological optimization of aerospace components, including helicopter rotor arms, using advanced materials like Al 7050-7452. His work combines simulation (ANSYS, FEA) with physical testing to validate optimized designs. In earlier roles, he contributed to the design and analysis of wind turbines, slewing bearings, and composite systems—demonstrating a balance between sustainable technologies and mechanical resilience. A key strength of his research is its translational nature: from lab-scale experiments to real-world aerospace applications. He actively supports engineering education through initiatives at TUSAŞ, bridging theory and application for undergraduate researchers. His interdisciplinary contributions have been recognized through national conferences, journals, and industrial innovation. Dr. Demir continues to push the boundaries in the optimization of energy-efficient, durable, and manufacturable components for both aviation and renewable energy fields.
📚 Publications Top Notes:
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📘 Modeling of Aerodynamic on Wind Turbine using Q‑Blade Software – IATS’17, Elazığ
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🛠 Interaction Analysis of Slewing Bearing using Hertz Theory and ANSYS Workbench Software – IATS’17, Elazığ
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⚙ Direksiyon Aksonlarının Statik Hasar Analizi – APJ Eng Sci, Vol.1, No:2 (2013)
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🌬 Topology Optimization of a Mid‑Size Horizontal Axis Wind Turbine Hub – CMMSE 2013, Almeria, Spain
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🚁 Fatigue Damage–Based Topology Optimization of Helicopter Tail Rotor Pitch Arm – Impact Dynamics in Aerospace Materials, 2023
🧾 Conclusion:
Dr. Süleyman Demir is a highly accomplished researcher with a well-rounded background in aerospace, mechanical engineering, and renewable energy systems. His work on topological optimization and fatigue-resistant aerospace structures, particularly within the framework of additive manufacturing, reflects deep technical expertise and strong innovation potential.
Through his role at TUSAŞ and his academic endeavors, Dr. Demir has significantly contributed to Turkey’s national R&D ecosystem, particularly in aviation and renewable energy. His ability to connect theory with practice, train future engineers, and develop strategic industry-university partnerships demonstrates both vision and leadership.