Bilal Fettah
Biography
Dr. Bilal Fettah is a mechanical engineer with a Ph.D. from Hassiba Ben Bouali University of Chlef, Algeria (2023), and an M.Sc. in Industrial Engineering from the Polytechnic Institute of Bragança, Portugal (2017). His research focuses on vibration control using metal foams and fire analysis of steel structures. He has authored 8 publications and supervised multiple Bachelor’s and Master’s theses. Dr. Fettah received the Erasmus+ European scholarship (2015–2016) and presented his Master’s research before the European Commission. He also contributed to academic community building by organizing the FRACT’4 scientific conference in 2018. He completed his Algerian military service in 2018.
Research Interest
Dr. Bilal Fettah’s research focuses on vibration control in mechanical systems, the use of metal foams as dampers, and the thermal behavior of steel structures under fire conditions.
Abstract
STEEL METAL FOAM COMPOSITE FOR FUTURE APPLICATIONS
Steel Metal Foam Composite is gained widespread attention due to their unique properties such as lightweight structure, energy absorption, and high surface area. Steel Metal Foam Composite is going to be analyzed Based on different scenarios. Despite their increasing presence in various sectors, Steel Metal Foam composite remains underexplored in certain critical disciplines, this study focuses on addressing the limited orientation of research regarding the rheological and mechanical behaviour of steel Metal foam composite, application especially in thin plate industries, composite structures, and the development of next generation functional materials. Unlike more conventional metal foams such as aluminum, metamaterials and so many previous researches such as steel profile in fire compartment. The fabrication of steel foams presents significant challenges due to issues related to porosity control, uniformity, and mechanical stability. However, their inherent damping properties, structural resilience, and potential for integration into advanced engineering systems make them a promising candidate for future technological applications. This work future aims to highlight both the current and potential uses of steel foams in dynamic and structural environments, with particular emphasis on their damping capabilities. By shedding light on the fabrication complexities and performance advantages, the study encourages deeper exploration into the use of steel foams in mechanical and structural disciplines, opening the door to innovative solutions in materials science and engineering design.
Keywords: Steel Metal Foam Composite, Application, Dynamic Structural, Fire, Composite, Vibration.
