Sotiris Koussios
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Sotiris Koussios is a leading figure in the field of composite manufacturing and structural design, with a particular focus on advanced processing techniques for thermoset and thermoplastic materials. His research centers on the optimization of automated tape laying (ATL) and filament winding processes, where he has made significant contributions to understanding heat transfer, cure kinetics, and residual stress development. One of his most cited works, a 2015 study on a two-dimensional transient thermal model of the continuous tape laying process, provides a groundbreaking framework for simulating heat transfer coupled with cure kinetics in thermoset prepreg tapes. This model, which accounts for the moving heat source and material deposition, has been cited 2 times and is considered a foundational reference for improving process efficiency and part quality. Koussios’s work has direct implications for aerospace and automotive industries, where lightweight, high-strength composites are critical. His achievements include developing innovative design methodologies for composite structures, such as pressure vessels and pipes, and advancing the understanding of process-induced defects. With a career spanning over two decades, Koussios continues to shape the future of composite manufacturing through his rigorous analytical models and practical engineering solutions.
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