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Biography

Dr. Yang Zhang is an Assistant Professor in the School of Engineering + Technology at 甜瓜视频app. Dr. Zhang achieved his Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Science degrees in Industrial Engineering from Texas Tech University.<br><br>Dr. Zhang has published multiple articles in wide recognized high-status journals and conference proceedings in the area of additive manufacturing and advanced manufacturing. Dr. Zhang serves as an acadmic editor on the editorial board of PLOS ONE journal. Dr. Zhang also serves as reviewer for varies journals, including Carbon (IF: 10.5), Materials & Design (IF: 7.6), Applied Surface Science (IF: 6.3), Journal of Materials Research and Technology (IF: 6.2), Journal of Manufacturing Processes (IF: 6.1), Journal of Alloys and Compounds (IF: 5.8), Wear (IF: 5.3), Ceramics International (IF: 5.1), Optics and Laser Technology (IF: 4.6), Materials Chemistry and Physics (IF: 4.3), Intermetallics (IF: 4.3), Scientific Reports (IF: 3.8), Optical Materials (IF: 3.8), Materials Today Communications (IF: 3.7), Heliyon (IF: 3.4), Materials (IF: 3.1), Micromachines (IF: 3.0), etc.<br><br>Dr. Zhang is a recipient of College of Engineering and Technology Board of Governors Distinguished Teaching Award. Dr. Zhang is passionate of conducting engineering education with innovative methods; he believes the best method for conveying the subject matter is the interest.

Education

• Ph D, Texas Tech University, Industrial Engineering
• MS, Texas Tech University, Industrial Engineering
• BS, Dalian Jiaotong University, Safety Engineering

Teaching Interests

3D Modeling, Design, Additive Manufacturing, CAD/CAM<br>Courses offered at WCU:<br>-Engineering Graphics<br>-3-D Solid Modeling<br>-Advanced 3D Computer Modeling and Rapid Prototyping<br>-Advanced Parametric Modeling and Design<br>-Engineering Statics<br>-Mechanical Engineering Lab I<br>-Technology Systems<br>-Introduction to Engineering Practices and Principles I<br>-Engineering Economic Analysis<br>-Advanced 3D Metal Manufacturing

Research Interests

Advanced and Additive Manufacturing:<br>-Process parameters optimization<br>-Structural optimization<br>-Lattice structure design<br>-Sustainable material utilization<br>-Life cycle assessment