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Mr. Rafael Lucas | Clean technology development | Research Excellence Award

São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Engineering and Sciences | Brazil

A dedicated researcher in Materials Science, Rafael Resende Lucas is a PhD candidate in Engineering at São Paulo State University (UNESP), where he investigates advanced surface engineering solutions for hybrid metal–polymer structures. His academic background includes a master’s degree in Materials and Technology, a technologist degree in Metallurgical Processes, a licentiate in Chemistry, and specializations in higher education teaching and school inspection. His multidisciplinary formation supports his contributions to plasma electrolytic oxidation (PEO), welding interfaces, additive manufacturing, corrosion behavior, and optimization of industrial processes. Throughout his academic journey, he conducted research at the Electrolytic Plasma Laboratory, focusing on oxide coatings for aluminum alloys and corrosion testing. Professionally, he has gained experience as a university researcher, a teacher in Chemistry and Physics, and a technician in industrial environments, including steelmaking and mechanical maintenance. He has also served as a peer reviewer for national and international journals and maintains an active publication record, with studies published in reputable journals covering PEO coatings, mechanical performance of hybrid joints, process optimization, sustainability in manufacturing, and additive manufacturing advancements. With an expanding research footprint and recognition reflected in citation metrics, he continues to contribute to materials engineering innovations aimed at improving industrial performance and sustainability.

Profiles:  ORCID

Featured Publications

Galib, G., Silva, F. J. G., Pedroso, A. F. V., Campilho, R. D. S. G., Lucas, R., & Sales-Contini, R. C. M. (2025).
A comprehensive review of additive manufacturing technologies for composite materials.
Journal of Mechanical Engineering and Manufacturing.
https://doi.org/10.53941/JMEM.2025.100002

Silva, E. R. R., Vieira, M. de O. L., Mota, R. P., & Lucas, R. R. (2025).
Analysis of PEO coating on AA2024 alloy after immersion in saline solution.
Brazilian Journal of Development.
https://doi.org/10.34117/BJDV11N3-046

Barreira, M. P., Silva, F. J. G., Campilho, R. D. S. G., Lucas, R. R., & Sales-Contini, R. C. M. (2025).
Improving inner tube feeding system to reduce cycle time and workflow in the automotive industry.
In Book chapter.
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-95218-0_1

Sebbe, N. P. V., Costa, J. P. M. M., Lucas, R. R., Pinto, A. M. G., Pedroso, A. F. V., da Silva, F. J. G., & Sales-Contini, R. C. M. (2025).
Improving surface quality and mechanical strength through the optimization and enhancement of fused deposition modelling (FDM) for non-planar 3D printing.
CIRP Journal of Manufacturing Science and Technology.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cirpj.2025.10.003

Monteiro, J., Silva, F. J. G., Regattieri, C. R., Ferreira, L. P., Lucas, R. R., & Sales-Contini, R. C. M. (2025).
Improving the economic and environmental sustainability of painting and glueing operations in a luxury leather goods industry using DMAIC methodology: A case study.
Journal of Material Cycles and Waste Management.
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10163-025-02357-7

Lucas, R. R., Mota, R. P., da Silva, F. J. G., Pinto, A. M. G., Botelho, E. C., Pereira, A. M. de B., Hein, L. R. de O., & Sales-Contini, R. C. M. (2025).
Influence of plasma electrolytic oxidation coating on the interface of an aluminum alloy/glass fiber reinforced thermoplastic composite obtained by ultrasonic welding.
Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance.
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11665-025-12805-y

Sales-Contini, R. C. M., Pedroso, A. F. V., Leitão, P., Lucas, R. R., Campilho, R. D. S. G., Pinto, A. G., & Regattieri, C. R. (2025).
Innovative approaches to enhance thermal efficiency and reduce sprue backflow in Zamak hot chamber injection moulding.
Journal of Mechanical Engineering and Manufacturing.
https://doi.org/10.53941/JMEM.2025.100004

Lucas, R. R., Mota, R. P., da Silva, F. J. G., Botelho, E. C., & Sales-Contini, R. C. M. (2025).
Mechanical characterization of an aluminum-composite hybrid joint bonded by ultrasonic welding.
In Book chapter.
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-96413-8_7

Mr. Rafael Lucas | Clean technology development | Research Excellence Award

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