Horst Complex

dr.ir. H. Mustafa (Hasib)

Assistant Professor
ET-MS3-LP
Horst Complex N110
h.mustafa@utwente.nl
+31534895191
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I am an interdisciplinary researcher who synthesizes ideas and characteristics of multiple disciplines, ranging from laser-material interaction, surface engineering, and material science to electrical and optical design and instrumentation. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the research Chair of Laser Processing within the department of MS3, I am dedicated to advancing knowledge and developing systems across different length and time scales, addressing both to fundamental understanding and industrial valorisation.

In my current role, I focus on developing photonic-based monitoring and sensing solutions for laser-material processing with high temporal and spatial resolution. This involves delving into the fundamental physics of light-matter interaction and material response at extreme conditions, as well as contributing to the control of laser-based manufacturing techniques (SDG 9 and 12). Alongside my research endeavours, I share my expertise by teaching bachelor and master courses within the Mechanical Engineering study program.

Born in Bangladesh, I earned a BSc in Electrical Engineering from the Military Institute of Science & Technology in 2012, followed by an MSc in Electrical Engineering from the University of Twente in 2014, specializing in Integrated Optical Microsystems. My Ph.D. research, completed in 2019, focused on laser surface texturing of Zinc, in collaboration with TATA Steel Europe that contributed to achieving their REACh compliance. I have held post-doctoral roles at UTwente and Wageningen University, worked in photonic and laser machining industries, as well as served on projects concerning sustainability initiatives for Shaping 2030 and environmental monitoring by developing UAV sensors. Currently, I continue researching laser-material interactions, leveraging industrial and academic expertise to develop advanced solutions in sensing and material processing.

Expertise

  • Material Science

    • Laser
    • Laser Ablation
    • Surface
    • Morphology
    • Zinc
    • Laser Processing

  • Engineering

    • Steel
    • Pulsed Laser Processing

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Publications

2022

Wavelength dependence of picosecond-pulsed laser ablation of hot-dip galvanized steel (2022)Applied physics A: Materials science and processing, 128. Article 296. Mustafa, H., Matthews, D. T. A. & Römer, G. R. B. E.https://doi.org/10.1007/s00339-022-05393-4

2021

Surface carbon enrichment of stainless steel using nanosecond pulsed laser surface alloying of a graphite based coating (2021)[Contribution to conference › Paper] Lasers in Manufacturing 2021. Mustafa, H., Feinaeugle, M. & Römer, G. R. B. E.Method for the Removal of a Coating from a Metal Substrate by Laser Ablation (2021)[Patent › Patent]. Mustafa, H., Matthews, D. T. A., Römer, G. R. B. E. & van der Aa, E.https://patentscope.wipo.int/search/en/detail.jsf?docId=WO2021013939

2020

The role of pulse repetition rate on picosecond pulsed laser processing of Zn and Zn-coated steel (2020)Optics & Laser Technology, 131. Article 106408. Mustafa, H., Matthews, D. T. A. & Römer, G. R. B. E.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.optlastec.2020.106408Influence of the pulse duration at near-infrared wavelengths on the laser-induced material removal of hot-dipped galvanized steel (2020)Journal of laser applications, 32(2). Article 022015. Mustafa, H., Matthews, D. T. A. & Römer, G. R. B. E.https://doi.org/10.2351/1.5119995

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University of Twente

Horst Complex (building no. 20), room N110
De Horst 2
7522 LW Enschede
Netherlands

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