Assist. Prof. Dr. Wei Shiyu is an accomplished and forward-thinking researcher in advanced manufacturing, ultrasonic vibration–assisted machining, and laser processing, recognized for his scientific rigor, engineering innovation, and growing international influence. He serves as an Assistant Professor at the College of Mechanical Engineering, Xinjiang University, where he contributes to high-level teaching, research, and postgraduate supervision. Dr. Wei earned his Doctor of Engineering degree from Northeastern University, building strong foundations in smart manufacturing, machining science, and precision engineering. His research focuses on 3D ultrasonic vibration-assisted turning, microstructure evolution in machining, surface integrity optimization, material migration mechanisms, and hybrid energy-field manufacturing, bridging theoretical modeling with experimental validation. Dr. Wei has produced impactful scholarship reflected in 10 published documents, 88 citations across 58 documents, and a steadily rising h-index of 6, underscoring the influence and relevance of his work within the advanced manufacturing research community. He serves as principal investigator and key participant on multiple competitive scientific projects, including studies on ultrasonic vibration–assisted in situ ceramic coating formation, CO₂ pipeline flow assurance systems, hydrogen extraction technologies, and composite flexible cutting under electric–thermal–mechanical coupling fields. His work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary integration across mechanical engineering, materials science, green manufacturing, and energy processing. Dr. Wei has published in international journals such as Precision Engineering, Measurement, Ultrasonics, Machining Science and Technology, and The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, where his studies on ultrasonic vibration–assisted machining are widely recognized for advancing efficient, high-precision, and low-damage processing of difficult materials. In addition to journal contributions, he holds officially granted patents, further highlighting his applied engineering impact. Through academic leadership, innovative research, and persistent pursuit of excellence, Assist. Prof. Dr. Wei Shiyu stands out as a rapidly emerging scholar in mechanical engineering and a compelling candidate for prestigious recognitions and research awards.
Featured Publications
Wei, S., Zou, P., Fang, L., & Duan, J. (2023). Theoretical and experimental study of 3D ultrasonic vibration-assisted turning driven by two actuators. Measurement, 0263–2241, 112865.
Wei, S., Zou, P., Fang, L., & Duan, J. (2023). Microstructure evolution of medium carbon steel during heat-assisted 3D ultrasonic vibration-assisted turning. Ultrasonics, 107129.
Wei, S., Zou, P., Zhang, J., & Duan, J. (2022). Theoretical and experimental research on 3D ultrasonic vibration-assisted turning driven by a single actuator. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 121, 1173–1190.
Wei, S., Zou, P., Duan, J., & Usman, M. M. (2022). Study on surface roughness model of 3D ultrasonic vibration-assisted turning driven by a single actuator. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 123, 4413–4426.