Elena Manuela Stanciu

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Elena Manuela Stanciu is a materials and manufacturing researcher whose work sits at the intersection of laser processing, surface engineering, and advanced joining technologies. Her research has made meaningful contributions to the understanding and optimization of laser-based manufacturing techniques, with a particular focus on laser cladding and laser welding of both similar and dissimilar materials. Stanciu's most cited work, "Laser cladding: from experimental research to industrial applications" (2019, 18 citations), demonstrates her commitment to bridging laboratory findings with real-world manufacturing demands. Her investigations into pulsed laser cladding of Ni-based powders, including the deposition of Inconel 718 on stainless steel substrates, highlight her expertise in surface coating optimization — a critical area for extending component service life in demanding industrial environments. Her welding research is equally rigorous. Through careful parametric studies of edge fillet laser welding of AISI 304 stainless steel, she has helped define the boundaries of effective process windows, informing both weld geometry and microstructural outcomes. Her exploration of dissimilar material laser welding further broadens her relevance to modern manufacturing challenges. With a growing citation record, Stanciu represents a valuable voice in the laser processing research community.