Papers
2
Total Citations
58
H-Index
2
About
Zaidi Minggu is a leading researcher in advanced manufacturing, with a primary focus on Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) and thermomechanical finite element modeling. His work centers on predicting and mitigating deformation in additively manufactured metal components, a critical challenge for industrial adoption. Minggu’s major contributions include the experimental validation of numerical simulations for distortion behavior, using feedstock SS316L on S235 substrates—a study that has garnered 30 citations. He also pioneered bead modeling strategies for distortion analysis in WAAM, demonstrating how finite element methods can accurately predict thermal and mechanical responses during deposition. With over 28 citations for his foundational 2019 work, Minggu’s research bridges simulation and experiment, enabling more reliable, distortion-free production of large-scale metal parts. His achievements are notable for advancing the precision and scalability of WAAM, directly impacting sectors like aerospace and automotive manufacturing. For students and researchers, Minggu’s work offers a rigorous, data-driven framework for understanding and controlling additive manufacturing processes, making him a key figure in the evolution of metal 3D printing.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1
- 2