WSSGCE-2026

Dr. Elias Randjbaran is an accomplished researcher in aerospace materials, specializing in composite mechanics, advanced manufacturing, and structural analysis. He has authored or co-authored over 30 scientific publications, which have collectively garnered more than 530 citations, with an h-index of 12 and an i10-index of 17. His notable works include studies on hybrid composite laminates reinforced with Kevlar, carbon, and glass fabrics for ballistic impact testing, and investigations into stacking sequence effects and carbon nanotube integration in hybrid composites. In 2025, Dr. Randjbaran co-authored a comprehensive review on the use of optical fibre sensors for in-situ strain monitoring in composite structures, published in the Journal of Applied Mechanics Reviews and Reports. He is an active member of several professional organizations, including the Aerospace Society Malaysia (AEROS Malaysia), American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), and Space & Satellite Professionals International (SSPI). Through his cross-disciplinary research, Dr. Randjbaran bridges nanomaterials, smart sensing, and aerospace structural innovation, contributing significantly to advancements in aerospace and materials engineering.