Design, Materials, and Manufacturing

Design, Materials, and Manufacturing focuses on the development of engineering products, material selection, and manufacturing processes. At the Department of Mechanical Engineering (DME) of the University of the Philippines Diliman (UPD), this research thrust covers product development, structural design, composite materials, and advanced manufacturing techniques. Faculty research combines computational analysis, material testing, and prototype development to examine how design choices, material properties, and fabrication methods influence the performance, functionality, and reliability of engineering components.

Research Focus Areas

Product Development and Design Optimization: Develops and evaluates engineering products through design analysis, prototyping, and performance assessment.
Composite Materials and Structural Design: Studies the mechanical behavior and structural performance of components made from reinforced and composite materials.
Additive Manufacturing: Explores three-dimensional printing techniques and their applications in component fabrication, material utilization, and structural design.
Smart Materials and Joining Processes: Investigates responsive materials and joining techniques that influence component behavior and mechanical performance.
Surface Engineering: Examines surface treatments and modifications that improve or alter material properties and surface interactions.
Composite Repair and Recycling: Studies methods for repairing, recovering, and reprocessing composite materials while evaluating their mechanical properties.