Electrical Discharge Machining, at KSF – Institute for advanced manufacturing, Germany.
Dr. Amir Alinaghizadeh is a distinguished mechanical and manufacturing engineer specializing in advanced machining, sustainable manufacturing, and precision tool design. With extensive experience in academic research, industry collaborations, and technological innovations, he has made significant contributions to optimizing cutting tool performance, machining processes, and sustainable manufacturing solutions. His work emphasizes eco-friendly machining technologies, particularly the use of supercritical CO₂ (scCO₂) cooling systems, and precision Wire EDM for ultra-small PCD tool manufacturing.
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Education 🎓
Ph.D. Candidate in Mechanical-Manufacturing Engineering, University of Tehran, Iran
Visiting Researcher, Institute for Advanced Manufacturing (KSF), Furtwangen University, Germany
M.Eng. in Mechanical-Manufacturing Engineering, Islamic Azad University, Dezfool Branch, Iran
B.Eng. in Mechanical-Manufacturing Engineering, Islamic Azad University, Takestan Branch, Iran
Associate’s Degree in Machinery-Machine Tools, Islamic Azad University, Islamshahr Branch, Iran
Professional Experience 💼
Project Manager & Specialist, Advanced Machining Technologies, Tuttlingen, Germany (2023-Present) 🌍
Research Associate, Faculty of Mechanical & Medical Engineering, Tuttlingen, Germany (2021-2023) 🏛️
Assistant Professor & Faculty Member, Mechanical Engineering Dept., Islamic Azad University, Semnan Branch, Iran (2010-2021) 🎓
Founder & Senior Consultant, Rah Pooyesh Bonyan (RPB), a technology-driven engineering company (2010-2019) 🔬
Director of Engineering & Senior Manager, Innovation & Technology, AMIDCO Group (Part-time) 🏭
Technical Sales & Application Engineering Consultant, Seco Tools, Dormer Pramet, Botek Präzisionsbohrtechnik GmbH (2011-2019) 🔩
Advanced CNC Programmer & Machining Specialist, Iran Khodro Industrial Die (IKID) Company (2003-2009) 🚗
Research Interests 🌍
Dr. Alinaghizadeh’s research focuses on sustainable and precision machining technologies, including:
Supercritical CO₂ (scCO₂) cooling systems for environmentally friendly machining 🌿
Wire EDM for ultra-small PCD tools, optimizing performance in machining brittle materials 🏗️
Optimization of machining processes for titanium, stainless steel, and polymers ⚙️
Cutting tool innovation, enhancing geometric accuracy and minimizing burr formation ✂️
Advanced CNC manufacturing and surface quality improvements through high-precision techniques 📏
Awards & Honors 🏆
National Olympiad Winner in vocational skills for mold and die making (2001 & 2002) 🥇
Grant Award for leading an educational equipment standardization project (2012) 📚
Lead Contractor for Tehran Municipality’s Best Double Skin Facade Project using laser and plasma cutting technology 🏢
Principal Investigator in calibration unit design for gravity fuel switches, funded by Islamic Azad University and Samfer Company (2010) 🛩️
Chief Editor of Kavosh Technical Bulletin since 2012 ✍️
Top Noted Publications 📚
Exploring New Parameters to Advance Surface Roughness Prediction in Grinding Processes for the Enhancement of Automated Machining M. Hadad, S. Attarsharghi, M. Dehghanpour Abyaneh, P. Narimani, A. Alinaghi zadeh Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing 8 (1), 412024
Inspection of Geometrical Integrity of Workpiece and Measurement of Tool Wear by the Use of Photo Digitizing Method R. Alipour, F. Nadjarian, A. Ali naghizadeh 5 World Academy of Science Engineering and Technology (WASET) 6 (Issue 69)2010
Experimental Study of the Surface Quality of Form-Cutting Tools Manufactured via Wire Electrical Discharge Machining Using Different Process Parameters A. Alinaghizadeh, M. Hadad, B. Azar houshang 4 Micromachines 14 (11), 19762023
Experimental Investigation of the Effects of Machining Parameters on the Performance of Form-Cutting Tools Manufactured by Wire Electrical Discharge Machining (WEDM) and …A. Ali Naghizadeh, M. Hadad, B. Azarhoush ng1 Micromachines 14 (10), 19712023
Herstellung von PKD/CVD-Werkzeugen mittels Draht Erodierverfahren B. Azarhoushang, J. Khosravi, S. Behjat, A. Alinaghizadeh-dihw – Dr. Harnisch Publications 4 (4.2024- ZKZ 30498), 48-522024
Conclusion
Amir Alinaghizadeh is a strong candidate for the Research for Sustainable Practices Award. His work in advanced machining technologies, sustainable milling processes, and CO₂-based cooling solutions demonstrates a high-impact contribution to environmentally responsible manufacturing. His industry collaborations, research contributions, and technical expertise align well with sustainability goals. By further integrating policy influence, lifecycle assessments, and commercial scalability, his research could set new benchmarks for sustainable machining at a global level.