Long title of research paper:
Additive Manufacturing of Reconfigurable Structures for Aerospace Applications
Popularized title of research paper:
4D Printing of Aerospace Structures
Short presentation
My name is Arij Guerziz, and I am in my first year of a PhD in Mechanical Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal, under the supervision of Professor Sampada Bodkhe. My research focuses on developing reconfigurable aerospace structures using shape memory composite materials and additive manufacturing. The goal is to design adaptive components, such as morphing wings, that enhance aircraft performance and fuel efficiency.
What was your method for explaining your thesis in 3 minutes?
I used a bio-inspired analogy, comparing my research to bird flight biomechanics to explain morphing structures. I then introduced smart materials like Shape Memory Alloys and Polymers, followed by lattice structures for efficiency and adaptability. I discussed the role of 3D printing in manufacturing these designs and concluded with the broader implications for aerospace applications.
How was your research topic inspired?
My research was inspired by the need for more efficient and sustainable aerospace technologies. The concept of shape-changing structures fascinated me, and I saw 4D printing as a revolutionary approach to overcoming current limitations in aerospace design.
If you had to dedicate your research to someone from the past, present, or future, who would it be and why?
I would dedicate my research to my sister, who believed in me when I didn’t even believe in myself, and to my younger self, who always dreamed of making a lasting impact in the aerospace field.
3 keywords to define your research work
Additive Manufacturing / Morphing aircraft / Shape Memory Materials
