Radovan Kovacevic
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636
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About
Radovan Kovacevic is a pioneering figure in advanced manufacturing, whose work has fundamentally shaped the fields of robotic laser-based additive manufacturing and solid-state joining. His research centers on the development of intelligent, robotized systems for direct metal deposition, with a particular focus on process monitoring, control, and the fabrication of complex metallic components. Kovacevic’s major contributions include the creation of a closed-loop control system for melt pool width in directed energy deposition, a breakthrough that dramatically improves part quality and repeatability. His work on process planning for 8-axis robotized systems, detailed in a paper with 135 citations, has enabled the production of intricate, revolved parts. With over 100 citations, his development of sensing and control systems for laser-based metal addition has set a new standard for precision. Beyond additive manufacturing, his finite element modeling of friction stir welding, cited 76 times, has provided critical insights into thermomechanical forces and residual stresses. Kovacevic’s research is not only highly cited but also practically impactful, demonstrating the feasibility of 3D printing metallic structural materials and even fabricating novel metallic metamaterials. His work continues to inspire the next generation of manufacturing engineers.
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- 8Process Development for a Robotized Laser Wire Additive Manufacturing24 citations · 2017
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