Dr. Yafeng Qi | Mechanical Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Yafeng Qi is a strong candidate for the Research Excellence Award due to his impactful research in nanostructured materials and metallurgical engineering. His work bridges mechanical engineering, molecular dynamics simulations, and AI-driven Raman spectroscopy to reveal atomic-scale mechanisms in advanced material systems. A key contribution includes elucidating the lubrication enhancement mechanism of SnNb₂O₆ nanoparticle additives, supporting experimental results that achieved a 78.9% reduction in wear rate. His research combines theoretical rigor with practical relevance. As reflected in his Scopus profile, he has 231 citations, 7 indexed publications, and an h-index of 5, demonstrating credible and growing scholarly impact.