Stephen A. Akinlabi
University of Johannesburg, Northumbria University, Walter Sisulu University, Covenant University
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87
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About
Stephen A. Akinlabi is a materials science and manufacturing engineer whose research spans advanced coatings, additive manufacturing, welding technologies, and emerging Industry 4.0 applications. His work has made notable contributions to surface engineering, particularly through laser-based techniques such as direct laser metal deposition (DLMD), where he has investigated the microstructural and mechanical behavior of complex alloy systems including Al-Cu-Fe quasicrystalline coatings, Al-Si-Sn systems on steel substrates, and Ti-6Al-4V alloys. His most-cited work, garnering 25 citations, examines the corrosion and wear performance of Fe-modified quasicrystalline coatings, addressing critical limitations of conventional surface treatments in industrial applications. Akinlabi has also advanced friction stir welding optimization for aerospace-grade aluminum-lithium alloys using robotic 5-axis systems, reflecting his interest in precision manufacturing for high-performance structural components. His contributions extend into additive manufacturing's role within Industry 4.0 frameworks, exploring how these technologies reshape modern production paradigms. With a growing body of work accumulating nearly 90 citations across diverse topics — from composite coatings to mobile robot control systems — Akinlabi demonstrates a broad, interdisciplinary approach to solving contemporary engineering challenges.
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- 5Role of additive manufacturing in the era of Industry 4.08 citations · 2021
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- 7Advances in Manufacturing, Laser Additive Techniques: Case Study3 citations · 2021
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