Dr. Sherif Araby Gouda, an expert in mechanical engineering, manufacturing, and polymer processing since 2006, began his research optimizing non-traditional machining processes such as electrochemical and electro-discharge machining using the design of experiments (DoE) approach. Since 2011, he has made significant contributions to the development of functional polymer nanocomposites, focusing on the fabrication and characterization of graphene platelets and their integration into polymer matrices. His work includes developing a three-phase elastomer/graphene/carbon nanotube nanocomposite via an industry-compatible method, achieving exceptional mechanical performance along with high thermal and electrical conductivity. Additionally, he engineered elastomer composites with enhanced flame retardancy and durability using graphene platelets and improved the toughness and fatigue resistance of epoxy resins. Also, his reseach extends to 3D printing polymers and metals showing expectional functional and mechanical performance. Recently, his work focuses on the interfacial strength in fibre reinforced metal laminates. 

Dr. Sherif's research is in the field of engineering materials processing to develop high performance and multifunctional composites. This includes (i) preparation, synthesis and modification of 2D materials as reinforcing and functional filler such as graphene platelets , MXene and boron nitride nanosheets; and (ii) preparing nanocomposites via industry-compatible approaches and advanced technology. I with my national and international collaborators work extensively on polymer nanocomposites with in-depth investigation of their structure–property relations. Recently, 3D printing metal nanocomposites became one of our current research interests.

His research publications can be found on this link: https://scholar.google.com.au/citations?user=Jh0zG0EAAAAJ

Dr. Sherif’s research interests are placed on the following research directions.

- 2D materials; synthesis and modification

- Novel methods for the development of polymer/2D material nanocomposites

- Investigation of the structure–property relations of nanocomposites

- Developing smart materials, e.g, stretchable strain sensors based on polymer nanocomposites

- Cement nanocomposites

-  Polymer and metal nanocomposites processing using additive manufacturing 3D printing.

- Flame-retarding polymer composites

- Development of light weight and functional porous materials such as carbon based aerogels

- Non-traditional manufacturing processes; Laser, Waterjet and electrochemical machining

Professor Sherif has been enjoying teaching in academia since 2005. His teaching experience has been built within three countries: Egypt, Australia and Kuwait. His teaching expertise is on the following courses:

• Design of Machine Elements
• Engineering Materials
• Mechanics of Materials
• Manufacturing Processes
• Theory of Machines
• Engineering Mechanics
• Production Management
• Mechanical Vibration