Kang-Kai Hu | Corrosion Science | Young Scientist Award

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Young Scientist Award

Kang-Kai Hu
Northwest Normal University
Kang-Kai Hu
Affiliation Northwest Normal University
Country China
Scopus ID 57201555116
Documents 26
Citations 322
h-index 11
Subject Area Corrosion Science
Event Metallurgical Engineering Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-3920-8146

Kang-Kai Hu is a researcher affiliated with Northwest Normal University whose academic work is recognized in the field of corrosion science. This article provides a scholarly overview of Kang-Kai Hu in relation to the Metallurgical Engineering Awards, summarizing academic activities, research productivity, publication indicators, and measurable scholarly impact. Quantitative metrics, including publication count, citation record, and h-index, are presented alongside qualitative descriptions of research interests to provide a balanced and neutral academic profile.[1]

Abstract

Kang-Kai Hu is an academic researcher whose published work contributes to the understanding of corrosion science and metallurgical engineering. His research profile demonstrates continued scholarly engagement through peer-reviewed publications, citation activity, and collaborative investigations. The measurable research indicators summarized in this article provide an objective overview of academic productivity while recognizing that research quality is assessed using both quantitative and qualitative evidence.[2]

Keywords

Corrosion Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Surface Engineering, Electrochemistry, Materials Science, Protective Coatings, Young Scientist Award, Research Metrics.

Introduction

Corrosion science plays an essential role in extending the operational lifetime and structural reliability of engineering materials used in industrial and infrastructure applications. Research in this field integrates metallurgy, electrochemistry, materials characterization, and surface engineering to understand degradation mechanisms and develop improved protection strategies. Kang-Kai Hu’s academic activities contribute to this multidisciplinary research landscape through publications that address contemporary challenges in corrosion-related materials engineering.[3]

Research Profile

According to publicly available scholarly indexing information, Kang-Kai Hu has authored 26 indexed publications that have received 322 citations and produced an h-index of 11. These indicators illustrate sustained research activity and measurable academic visibility within corrosion science and related areas of metallurgical engineering.[1]

Research Contributions

Kang-Kai Hu focus on improving the scientific understanding of corrosion behavior, material durability, and protective technologies for metallic systems. Published investigations employ experimental analysis, materials characterization, and electrochemical evaluation to support the development of corrosion-resistant engineering materials. Such work contributes to the broader objectives of sustainable materials utilization and infrastructure reliability.[4]

Publications

  • Peer-reviewed journal articles indexed in international scholarly databases.
  • Research focusing on corrosion mechanisms and mitigation strategies.
  • Collaborative publications in metallurgy and materials engineering.
  • Scientific outputs contributing to corrosion-resistant material development.

Research Impact

Research impact may be evaluated using publication metrics, citation performance, collaborative engagement, and scientific influence. The available citation indicators demonstrate that Kang-Kai Hu’s publications have been referenced by subsequent studies, reflecting continued scholarly relevance within corrosion science and materials engineering. Citation metrics should be interpreted together with research quality, innovation, and broader academic contribution.[5]

Award Suitability

The Young Scientist Award recognizes emerging researchers demonstrating meaningful academic achievements through publications, measurable research impact, and continued scientific development. Based on publicly available scholarly indicators, Kang-Kai Hu’s research record reflects active participation in corrosion science with measurable publication output and citation performance that align with common academic evaluation criteria used for early-career research recognition.[2]

Conclusion

Kang-Kai Hu and provides a neutral overview of research productivity, scientific interests, and bibliometric indicators. The article is intended to present an encyclopedic summary suitable for academic recognition contexts while emphasizing objective research metrics and documented scholarly activities.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Kang-Kai Hu, Author ID 57201555116. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57201555116
  2. K Hu, X Jiang, H Yu, D Sun. (2024). Solidification and corrosion mechanisms: A novel metallurgical bonding Ti-6Al-4V coating on mild steel.
    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0257897223010332
  3. K Hu., Y Zhao., et al. (2026). Tailoring the back contact interface via SiO2 interlayer to enhance CZTSSe solar cell efficiency.
    https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1088/1361-6641/ae6725/meta
  4. K Hu., W Gao., et al. (2024). The relationship between an input energy density and the microstructure evolution of the Ti-6Al-4V alloy via laser remelting.
    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1044580324000834
  5. K Hu., W Gao., et al. (2022). Effect of laser cladding speed on microstructure and properties of titanium alloy coating on low carbon steel.
    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0257897222009501

Abdelrahman Salman | Corrosion Resistance | Advanced Surface Treatment Award

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Dr. Abdelrahman Salman | Corrosion Resistance | Advanced Surface Treatment Award

Researcher at Tomsk Polytechnic University | Russia

Dr. Abdelrahman Salman is a materials and nuclear engineering researcher whose work centers on developing advanced surface-treatment strategies for enhancing the corrosion resistance, stability, and functional performance of metallic alloys used in nuclear reactor systems. His research focuses on thin-film coating technologies, thermo-physical diagnostics, and nondestructive evaluation techniques that enable precise characterization of surface integrity under extreme operational conditions. He has engineered and tested thin-film layers that modify corrosion pathways in fast-reactor alloys, investigated adhesion behavior and microstructural evolution in protective coatings, and identified new corrosion-resistant phenomena in emerging materials. His development of a ThermoEMF-based diagnostic device has provided a novel method for real-time temperature monitoring of micro-scale surfaces, expanding analytical capabilities for thermal-mechanical behavior of coated materials. Through advanced methods such as SEM, XRD, XRF, ECT, sputtering deposition, and specialized NDT approaches, he analyzes degradation mechanisms critical to nuclear safety and component life-cycle management. His scholarly output includes 3 Scopus-indexed publications, 6 citations, and an h-index of 2, supported by active participation in over 15 technical conferences and multiple invited research presentations. His work continually integrates experimental innovation with reactor-relevant problem-solving, contributing valuable insights to thin-film engineering, corrosion mitigation, and materials diagnostics. Salman’s growing recognition in the field reflects his strong research capabilities and his commitment to developing robust surface-treatment technologies essential for next-generation nuclear energy systems.

Profiles : Scopus | ORCID | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

Salman, A., Syrtanov, M., & Lider, A. (2025). High-temperature oxidation effect of protective thin layers Ta/Cr coatings on Zr-1Nb alloy for corrosion-resistant components of nuclear reactors. Materials Letters, 379, 137646.
Cited by: 4

Salman, A. M., Lider, A. M., & Lomygin, A. D. (2025). Surface treatment techniques and control methods for enhancing corrosion resistance and very thin films management in fast nuclear reactors. Results in Surfaces and Interfaces, 100468.
Cited by: 3

Salman, A. M., Kudiiarov, V. N., & Lider, A. M. (2025). Low resistivity measurement of chromium coatings on zirconium alloys E110 for the production of accident-resistant core components of nuclear reactors. Russian Physics Journal, 1–9.

Salman, A. M., Syrtanov, M. S., & Lider, A. M. (2024). Non-destructive testing of a Zr-1Nb zirconium alloy with a protective Cr/Mo thin layers coating for the production of corrosion-resistant components of nuclear reactors. Perspektivnye Materialy Konstruktsionnogo i Funktsional’nogo Naznacheniya.

Salman, A. M., Kudiyarov, V. N., & Lider, A. M. (2024). Non-destructive techniques on zirconium alloy E110 with chromium coatings for the production of emergency-resistant core components of nuclear reactors. Perspektivnye Materialy Konstruktsionnogo i Funktsional’nogo Naznacheniya.

 

Suleyman Sukuroglu | Corrosion Resistance Alloy | Best Academic Researcher Award

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Mr. Suleyman Sukuroglu | Corrosion Resistance Alloy | Best Academic Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Gumushane University | Turkey

Mr. Suleyman Sukuroglu is a materials and surface engineering researcher whose work centers on advanced coating technologies, particularly micro-arc oxidation (MAO) and plasma electrolytic oxidation (PEO), applied to lightweight structural alloys such as magnesium, aluminum, titanium, and NiTi. With 149 citations, 12 Scopus-indexed publications, and an h-index of 7, he has contributed substantially to understanding and improving the mechanical, corrosion, wear, adhesion, tribocorrosion, and biocompatibility properties of ceramic and nanocomposite coatings. His studies involve the incorporation of functional nanoparticles-including TiB₂, ZnO, h-BN, graphene oxide, Ag, MoS₂, and sodium pentaborate-into oxide layers to enhance structural stability and multifunctional performance. He has published high-quality research demonstrating improvements in coating morphology, oxide layer integrity, and interfacial adhesion, contributing to the advancement of durable and corrosion-resistant surfaces for both industrial and biomedical applications. His work on NiTi shape-memory alloys and WE43 magnesium alloys has expanded knowledge on biocompatible coatings, corrosion control, and surface modification strategies for engineering systems. His research output appears in respected international journals such as Materials Today Communications, Journal of Adhesion Science and Technology, Applied Physics A, Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering, and multiple materials science conference proceedings. He has also contributed to national research projects involving tribological optimization, nanoparticle-reinforced oxide layers, and coating performance evaluation under challenging environments. Through sustained scientific output, a clear thematic research focus, and contributions to materials characterization and surface technologies, he has established a recognized academic profile within the fields of metallurgical engineering and surface modification science.

Profiles : Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

Belet, A. K., Şüküroğlu, S., & Şüküroğlu, E. E. (2025). Investigation of structural and adhesion properties of ZnO and h-BN doped TiO₂ coatings on Cp–Ti alloy. Journal of Adhesion Science and Technology.

Şüküroğlu, S. (2025). Characterization, corrosion, adhesion and wear properties of Al₂O₃ and Al₂O₃:TiB₂ composite coating on Al 7075 aluminum alloy by one-step micro-arc oxidation method. Materials Today Communications.

Şüküroğlu, S., Şüküroğlu, E. E., Totik, Y., Gülten, G., Efeoğlu, İ., & Avcı, S. (2024). Corrosion and adhesion properties of MAO-coated LA91 magnesium alloy. Materials Science and Technology.

Şüküroğlu, S., Totik, Y., Şüküroğlu, E. E., & Avcı, S. (2024). Investigation of corrosion properties of LA-91 alloy coated with MAO method. Journal of the Chinese Society of Mechanical Engineers, Transactions of the Chinese Institute of Engineers, Series C.

Şüküroğlu, S. (2023). Al 2024 alaşımı üzerine mikro ark oksidasyon yöntemiyle B4C ilaveli kompozit kaplamaların büyütülmesi. Yüzüncü Yıl Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Enstitüsü Dergisi.