Salman Khan

As a mechanical engineer with a strong background in design, simulations, and materials characterization, I am eager to pursue a PhD in metal additive manufacturing to explore its potential for sustainable and high-performance solutions. My goal is to contribute to cutting-edge research on material behavior and process optimization, bridging theoretical advancements with industrial applications. I am committed to leveraging my skills and passion for innovation to advance the field and drive progress in manufacturing technology.

Experienced design professional with track record of delivering high-quality engineering solutions. Known for strong focus on collaboration and achieving project milestones effectively. Reliable team player with expertise in CAD modeling and problem-solving in dynamic environments.

• Autodesk CAD/CAM for Manufacturing (Specialization), 08/10/20, 10/24/20, https://www.coursera.org/account/accomplishments/specialization/3G383FGBZZXK
• Autodesk CAD/CAM/CAE for Mechanical Engineering (Specialization), 09/25/20, 10/27/20, https://www.coursera.org/account/accomplishments/specialization/9LFNRNYBLNRV
• CAD and Digital Manufacturing (Specialization), 09/01/20, 11/01/20, https://www.coursera.org/account/accomplishments/specialization/DRDYYY2X3WUE

• Evaluation of nano indentation behavior of TIG, MIG and diffusion bonded Inconel 718 and austenitic Stainless Steel 316L joint interface, Materials Letter, Published, 12/05/22
• Comparative analysis of microstructural and nanomechanical characteristics of MIG and TIG-MIG hybrid welded Inconel 718 and AISI 316 with steel and Inconel fillers, Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part L: Journal of Materials: Design and Applications, Published, 12/05/22
• Mechanical and Microstructural Characterization of Diffusion-Bonded Copper-Nickel Joint Interface, Advance Materials Research, Published, 12/05/22
• Mechanical and Microstructural characterizations of diffusion-bonded CpAl/IN718 interface, Materials Science Forum, Accepted, 12/05/22
• Investigation of the Influence of Bonding Parameters on the Homogenous Diffusion Bonding of Copper, Materials Science Forum, Published, 12/05/22
• Effect of mass and Temperature rate on the thermal properties of High-Density Polyethylene using Differential Scanning Calorimetry, Digital Manufacturing Technology, Published, 12/05/22

• 3rd position in ETEA Test, Got 3rd position in Educational Testing and Evaluation Agency (ETEA) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
• Higher Education Commission Scholarship, Awarded with the Higher Education scholarships (HEC) at the University of Engineering and Technology (UET), Peshawar.
• Prime Minister Laptop Scheme, Selected for the Prime Minister's Laptop scheme for talented students throughout Pakistan.
• Best Research Award, Received the Best Research Award in the Final Year Project at Mechanical Engineering Department (MED), UET, Peshawar.
• Graduate Assistantship Scholarship, Awarded with Graduate Assistantship Scholarship at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering (FME), GIK Institute.

• Date of Birth: 07/06/98
• Gender: Male
• Nationality: Pakistani

• Dr. Massab Junaid, Supervisor, (+92) 3369151127, massab@giki.edu.pk, Mentored him in the capacity of a graduate student at Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology.
• Dr. Fahd Nawaz Khan, Co-Supervisor, (+92) 3014394224, fahd@giki.edu.pk, Worked as a Co-advisor during his master's degree.
• Dr. Muhammad Ali Kamran, Supervisor, (+92) 3349143894, alikamran@uetpeshawar.edu.pk, Instructed him in Heat and Mass Transfer and Operation Management.
• Dr. Tauheed Shehbaz, Co-Supervisor, (+92) 3204768168, tauheed@giki.edu.pk, Worked closely with him for two years.

• Interfacial microstructure and mechanical properties in diffusion bonded Inconel 718 to Austenitic Stainless-Steel joints, Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part L: Journal of Materials: Design and Applications, Published, 2024
• Interfacial Characterization of Diffusion Bonded AISI 304L Austenitic Stainless Steel and Inconel 718 with Copper Interlayer, Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part L: Journal of Materials: Design and Applications, Published, 2024
• Influence of Cu interlayer on the interfacial strengthening of the diffusion-bonded SS-304L/IN718, Materials Letter, Published, 2024
• Nanoindentation and indentation creep analysis of diffusion bonded of Inconel 718 and AISI 304L stainless steel joint interface, Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part L: Journal of Materials: Design and Applications, Published, 2024
• Nanoindentation creep behavior of vacuum diffusion-bonded stainless steel and Inconel 718 joints using a Cu interlayer, Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part C: Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science, Published, 2024
• Evaluations of nanomechanical and indentation creep of diffusion-bonded aluminum and austenitic stainless steel joint interface, Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part L: Journal of Materials: Design and Applications, Published, 2024