Research

Research Areas

Explore the main research directions of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering. The areas below present the current thematic scope of scientific activity conducted by research teams at the Faculty.

Scientific profile

Key research directions

The Faculty develops research in mechanical engineering, materials science, transport, production engineering, automation, aviation and biomechanics, combining theoretical analysis with experimental studies and practical applications.

Automation, Digital Manufacturing and Process Optimisation

Research into the impact of computerisation and robotisation on the efficiency of manufacturing and biomedical processes and systems.

The research also includes modelling and optimisation of complex automated manufacturing systems, their organisation and quality management.

Studies focus on optimising the design and operation of mechanical process equipment used in process engineering, food engineering and environmental protection.

Sustainable Transport and Automotive Engineering

Research on the technical and operational aspects of sustainable transport, including automotive transport systems.

Studies focus on optimisation of vehicle design, operation and manufacturing technologies, as well as durability, economic and environmental characteristics of internal combustion piston engines.

Particular attention is given to engines powered by alternative fuels and their impact on environmental performance.

Materials, Composites, Polymers and Surface Engineering

Research on modelling, forming and manufacturing processes, as well as selection of materials and technologies for specific engineering applications.

The research includes metallic materials, composites, polymers, biomaterials, thin-film coatings and ceramic materials.

Studies also cover surface engineering, wear resistance testing, metal forming, casting and polymer processing technologies.

Dynamics, Structures and Biomechanical Systems

Research on the dynamics of mechanical systems, including non-linear vibration phenomena, bifurcation and deterministic chaos.

Work also focuses on vibration control and the use of active composite structures for harvesting energy from mechanical vibrations.

Experimental studies and numerical simulations analyse the kinematics and dynamics of biomechanical systems.

Production Engineering, Monitoring and Metrology

Research related to the physical properties of surface layers and the geometric accuracy of machine components.

Studies include improvement of machines, technological processes and manufacturing systems, as well as monitoring of machining processes and technical condition of tools.

Research also focuses on maintenance, reliability of technical objects and technical as well as applied metrology.

Machine Design, Mechatronics and Diagnostics

Research on computer-aided modelling, analysis and optimisation of machines, mechanisms and engineering structures.

Studies include vibroacoustic diagnostics and assessment of the technical condition of machinery and drive systems.

Research also explores the application of vibration arthrography in medical diagnostics.

Aerodynamics, Wind Energy and Aviation Propulsion

Research on theoretical fundamentals, design optimisation and operating conditions of wind turbines and aircraft.

Aerodynamic properties of machines are investigated using advanced simulations and wind tunnel experiments.

The research also includes testing of internal combustion, electric and hybrid propulsion systems used in aviation.

European Funds – PL2022 project

Project co-financed by the European Union under the European Social Fund, Operational Programme Knowledge Education Development 2014–2020 "PL2022 – Integrated Development Programme of Lublin University of Technology" POWR.03.05.00-00-Z036/17