Łukasiewicz Upper Silesian Institute of Technology (Łukasiewicz – GIT) was established on January 1, 2023, through the merger of three institutes, including the Łukasiewicz – Ferrous Metallurgy Institute. It comprises four research centres: the Materials Research Centre, which focuses on material development and manufacturing technologies; the Centre for Metallurgical Technologies, which works on advanced steel, alloy, and hydrogen metallurgy; the Welding Centre, Poland’s only institution fully authorised by the European Welding Federation; and the Centre for Electric Drives and Machines, which advances metal product manufacturing. Łukasiewicz – GIT continues the work of its predecessor, specialising in process metallurgy, casting, rolling, and forging. Equipped with cutting-edge facilities, it collaborates with European research centres, academia, and industries in steel, energy, and transportation, aiming to develop innovative and sustainable technologies. Its key research areas include sustainable economy, smart mobility, and digital transformation.
Dr. Krzysztof Radwański is a materials science expert and Head of the Research Group for Investigations of Properties and Structure of Materials at the Upper Silesian Institute of Technology. Specialising in steel technologies, protective coatings, and electron microscopy, he has authored a monograph on EBSD and 163 publications. He holds 7 patents and has led or contributed to 32 research projects. With over 500 technical analyses conducted, his work supports industrial innovation. An active member of ESTEP, EMS, IFSEM, and the Polish Academy of Sciences, he fosters international collaboration in materials science.
Dr. Eng. Jarosław Opara is a specialist in computational material science. With over 15 years of experience, his work focuses on numerical and physical simulations of metallurgical processes, particularly phase transformations in steels. He develops models in C++—notably using the Cellular Automata method—to simulate microstructural evolution during annealing and cooling, generating both continuous cooling (CCT) and time-temperature-transformation (TTT) diagrams. Jarosław's laboratory work involves performing physical simulations using deformation dilatometers and the Gleeble 3800 simulator.
Dr. Eng. Łukasz Poloczek is a leading expert in process simulation and Head of the Research Group for Processes Simulation. With extensive experience in academic and industrial research, he has led or contributed to over 90 projects focused on simulation methodologies and manufacturing optimisation. He has authored over 50 publications in peer-reviewed journals and conferences. His work bridges theoretical research and industrial applications, advancing computational simulations and innovative manufacturing solutions. He collaborates with research institutions and industry partners to integrate cutting-edge simulation techniques into real-world manufacturing systems.
Prof. Roman Kuziak, Ph.D. is a distinguished researcher with 45 years of experience in material science, process engineering, and industrial applications. He has led or contributed to over 300 research projects with top institutions and industries, driving innovation in manufacturing and material optimisation. His work includes over 150 peer-reviewed publications on advanced materials, metallurgical processes, and computational modeling. Committed to interdisciplinary collaboration and technological innovation, his research bridges fundamental science and industry, helping develop modern production technologies and improving industrial applications.
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This project has received funding from the European Commission under the European Union’s Horizon Research and Innovation programme (Grant Agreement No. 101091912). Views and opinions expressed are, however, those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
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