Assoc. Prof. Dr Gaoshen Cai | Composite Materials | Best Researcher Award

Innovator in Aerospace Manufacturing & Smart Materials 🚀🏭

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Gaoshen Cai is a leading researcher in additive manufacturing, non-destructive testing (NDT), and precision engineering. He holds a Ph.D. in Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering from Beihang University and serves as an Associate Professor at Zhejiang Sci-Tech University. His expertise spans SLM technology, composite material testing, and automated inspection systems. With over 50 publications, 7 invention patents, and 15+ research projects, Dr. Cai’s work significantly advances aerospace materials, structural analysis, and smart manufacturing. His contributions to metal additive manufacturing and composite material innovation make him a pioneer in industrial engineering. 🏆🔬

Assoc. Prof. Dr Gaoshen Cai, Zhejiang SCI-Tech University, China

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Education 🎓

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Gaoshen Cai has a strong academic foundation in aerospace manufacturing and mechanical engineering. He earned his Ph.D. in Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering from Beihang University (2015), specializing in advanced manufacturing technologies and precision engineering. Prior to that, he completed his Master’s in Mechanical Manufacturing and Automation from Southwest University of Science and Technology (2010). His academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Design, Manufacturing, and Automation from Zhongyuan University of Technology (2007). His education has shaped his expertise in additive manufacturing, material science, and smart manufacturing systems. 🚀🏭

Experience 🌍

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Gaoshen Cai has extensive experience in mechanical engineering and advanced manufacturing. He began his research career as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Zhejiang University (2015-2017), where he worked on aerospace material processing and additive manufacturing. He then joined Zhejiang Sci-Tech University as a Lecturer (2017-2021), contributing to precision manufacturing and composite material research. In 2021, he was promoted to Associate Professor, where he continues to lead cutting-edge projects in non-destructive testing, material deformation studies, and smart manufacturing technologies. His work has significantly impacted industrial and aerospace applications. 🚀🏭

Research Focus 🔬⚙️

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Gaoshen Cai specializes in advanced manufacturing, composite materials, and non-destructive testing (NDT). His research focuses on ultrasonic detection of defects in carbon fiber composites, selective laser melting (SLM) for thin-walled structures, and hydromechanical deep drawing of aluminum alloys. He also explores nanomaterials for energy storage, hot isostatic pressing of tungsten alloys, and thermodynamic behavior in metal processing. His expertise bridges precision manufacturing, material science, and structural optimization, making significant contributions to aerospace, automotive, and industrial applications. His research advances high-performance materials, defect detection, and smart manufacturing techniques. 🚀🏭📡

📑 Publications 

📄 Multifunctional Amphoteric Additive Alanine Enables High-Performance Wide-pH Zn Metal Anodes
🖊️ Authors: Feng, Y., Yuan, Y., Cai, G., Xia, Y., Guo, S.
📚 Journal: Small (2025)

📄 Research on Defect Identification of Carbon Fiber Composite Materials Based on Ultrasonic Phased Array
🖊️ Authors: Jing, Z., Cai, G., Yu, X., Wang, B.
📚 Journal: Polymer Composites (2025)

📄 Ultrasonic Detection and Evaluation of Delamination Defects in Carbon Fiber Composites Based on Finite Element Simulation
🖊️ Authors: Jing, Z., Cai, G., Yu, X., Wang, B.
📚 Journal: Composite Structures (2025)

📄 Orthogonal Experimental Method to Investigate the Effect of Process Parameters on the Mechanical Properties of Thin-Walled Parts by PBF-LB/M
🖊️ Authors: Cai, G., Liu, H., Peng, K., Wang, B., Hu, B.
📚 Journal: Scientific Reports (2024)

📄 Thermal Behavior and Mechanical Properties of Different Lattice Structures Fabricated Using Selective Laser Melting
🖊️ Authors: Liu, H., Cai, G., Peng, K., Jin, H., Alexander, A.
📚 Journal: Materials (2024)

📄 Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Austenitic Stainless Steels Manipulated by Trace TiC–TiB2 Nanoparticles
🖊️ Authors: Chen, Q., Wang, B., Xu, Y., Cai, G., Barber, G.C.
📚 Journal: Journal of Materials Research and Technology (2024)

📄 A Novel Design to Enhance the Tribological Properties of High-Cr Hot Work Die Steel via Trace TiC Ceramic Nanoparticles
🖊️ Authors: Wang, B., Xu, Y., Chen, L., Cai, G., Barber, G.C.
📚 Journal: Steel Research International (2024)

These publications highlight Dr. Gaoshen Cai’s expertise in composite materials, ultrasonic testing, additive manufacturing, and mechanical engineering, making significant contributions to advanced material science and industrial applications. 🚀🔬🏭

Assoc. Prof. Dr Gaoshen Cai | Composite Materials | Best Researcher Award