Amir Mostafaei Research Group

Illinois Institute of Technology

Printing a metal part is only the beginning of controlling its performance. Mostafaei investigates laser powder bed fusion and binder jetting, studying how processing choices affect microstructure and material properties. His interests span structural alloys, shape memory materials, lightweight metals, biomaterials, and composites. Research uses data analysis, micro computed tomography, and dynamic synchrotron imaging to examine manufacturing processes and outcomes. Postprocessing and corrosion studies connect the printed structure to its behavior in demanding environments, helping address material design and reliability questions in additive manufacturing.