Durul Ulutan - Reenvisioning the Manufacturing Process

Dr. Durul Ulutan

Professor, Mechatronics Engineering

Manufacturing processes, machining and additive hybrid systems, robotics, and engineering education — Bahçeşehir University

Research and teaching at the intersection of manufacturing science, experimentation, and intelligent systems.

Background

2022–presentProfessor, Mechatronics Engineering — Bahçeşehir University; TÜBİTAK 1001–driven manufacturing research, teaching, and student supervision.

2019–2022Kadir Has University, Mechatronics Engineering — broad teaching load spanning manufacturing, robotics, numerical methods, and machine elements.

2017–2019California State University, Northridge — robotics, CIM, simulation, product design, and manufacturing processes.

2015–2017Bucknell University — mechanical design, dynamics, and hybrid manufacturing / additive directions in research.

2012–2015Clemson University (ICAR) — postdoctoral research and teaching; large-scale student supervision on machining, experimentation, and automotive assembly–related projects.

2009–2012PhD, Industrial & Systems Engineering — Rutgers University (Prof. Tuğrul Özel); machining, residual stress, and finite element modeling.

2005–2007BS & MS, Mechanical Engineering — Koç University; early work on machining and residual stress modeling.

Manufacturing & processes

Machining and hybrid (additive + subtractive) processes, residual stress and surface integrity, finite element and experimental methods, and industrially funded collaborative projects.

Robotics & automation

Industrial robotics, automation strategy, and hands-on engineering practice—from coursework and research supervision to industry-oriented consulting.

Research & funding

Peer-reviewed journals and conferences, TÜBİTAK 1001 and related research programs, and supervision of graduate and undergraduate researchers across institutions.

Teaching

Broad instructional experience in manufacturing processes, robotics, mechatronics design, numerical methods, and communication for engineers at multiple universities in Türkiye and the United States.

Consulting

Advisory and consulting support for industry, startups, and academic partners in intelligent manufacturing, digital twins, vision-based quality systems, human–robot collaboration, and mechatronics design. Engagements can range from focused technical reviews to longer innovation initiatives—please get in touch to discuss your goals.

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News

Highlights

TÜBİTAK 1001 project completed

TÜBİTAK 1001 research grant formally closed in April 2026 — central to recent manufacturing work at Bahçeşehir University.

Midrise MVP is live

Midrise reached a public MVP in March 2026; investor conversations continue alongside university work.

Investor conversations

Angel investor discussions for Midrise began in January 2026 — see the news page for context.

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