Dr. Dongdong Liu ,Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China
Dongdong Liu, is a Ph.D. candidate in the School of Mechanical Engineering at Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU), one of China’s most prestigious research institutions. A direct-entry Ph.D. student, Dongdong is quickly emerging as a rising star in the field of advanced materials engineering, particularly in CVD (chemical vapor deposition) coatings and diamond tool technologies. He is mentored by Professor Fanghong Sun, a well-known expert in manufacturing and materials science.
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📘 Early Academic Pursuits
Dongdong began his academic journey with a B.Eng. in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering from the Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (2017–2021), where he was recognized with the National Encouragement Scholarship (twice) and named both a University Outstanding Student and an Outstanding Graduate. His early achievements, including a second prize in a provincial mechanics competition, laid the foundation for his excellence in engineering and innovation.
🧑🔬 Professional Endeavors
Currently pursuing his Ph.D. since September 2021 at SJTU, Dongdong has led and co-led multiple major research projects. These include grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China, international cooperative research, and industry-university collaboration projects. Notably, he has contributed to the design and industrial implementation of automated doping equipment for diamond coatings in cooperation with Mitsubishi (Japan)—a remarkable feat for a Ph.D. student.
🔬 Contributions and Research Focus
Dongdong’s research is centered on the fabrication and application of CVD coatings, especially diamond abrasive grains, doped/undoped single crystal diamond (SCD), and cutting and grinding tool technologies. His expertise includes simulation and experimental investigation of micro-edge diamond abrasive grains, the development of novel CVD-based grinding tools, and the design of high-performance doped diamond films. His innovations have applications in precision grinding of hard-brittle materials like SiC ceramics, quartz glass, and silicon wafers.
🌍 Impact and Influence
Despite still being a student, Dongdong’s research has already crossed academic and industrial boundaries. He has facilitated the industrialization of diamond coating technologies, a rare achievement at the doctoral level. His work bridges the gap between fundamental materials science and real-world engineering applications, contributing to sectors such as semiconductor manufacturing, automotive, and aerospace materials processing.
📚 Academic Cites
Dongdong has authored multiple first-author articles in high-impact journals, including:
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Journal of Materials Research and Technology (IF: 6.2)
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Journal of Manufacturing Processes (IF: 6.1)
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Applied Surface Science (IF: 6.3)
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Diamond and Related Materials (IF: 4.3)
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Ceramics International (IF: 5.1)
These publications, combined with his participation in international symposia like ISAAT 2023 and 2024, have made his work visible to a global research community.
🧪 Research Skills
Dongdong brings a rare combination of theoretical depth and experimental mastery. His skills span:
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CVD process simulation and optimization
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Diamond doping technologies (B, N, Si, and multi-doping)
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Advanced tool design and fabrication
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Materials characterization
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Finite element simulations of grinding mechanisms
His ability to translate complex scientific theories into functional industrial applications underscores his exceptional research acumen.
🎓 Teaching Experience
While not explicitly mentioned, his extensive project leadership, publication record, and conference presentations strongly imply mentorship and knowledge transfer skills, crucial for teaching and academic development roles in the future.
🏅 Awards and Honors
Dongdong has accumulated numerous accolades that reflect his academic excellence and innovation:
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🥈 2024 Silver Award (Team Leader), CICSIC Industry Track, Shanghai Division
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🎓 BYD Scholarship, 2024 (Industry-recognized)
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🏆 National Encouragement Scholarship, twice
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🥈 Second Prize, Provincial Mechanics Competition
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🌟 Outstanding Student & Graduate, Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics
These honors are a testament to his leadership, creativity, and technical excellence.
🚀 Legacy and Future Contributions
Dongdong Liu is poised to become a leading researcher and innovator in materials engineering and tool technology. His contributions to CVD-based diamond tool development, particularly in precision grinding and semiconductor processing, have already demonstrated industrial scalability and societal relevance. With his momentum, he is expected to contribute to next-generation manufacturing technologies, mentor future engineers, and bridge academic research with industrial implementation.
Top Publications
Simulation and experimental investigation of single CVD micro-edge diamond abrasive grain grinding
- Authors: Liu D, Zhu H, Shen R, et al.
Journal: Journal of Materials Research and Technology
Year: 2025 (Accepted)
Numerical simulation and experimental researches on different abrasive grain arrangements of monolayer diamond grinding tools fabricated by HFCVD method
- Authors: Liu D, Zhu H, Lu M, et al.
Journal: Journal of Manufacturing Processes
Year: 2024
Fabrication and grinding performance of CVD diamond coated Ni-based brazed diamond grinding tools
- Authors: Liu D, Zhu H, Shen R, et al.
Journal: Journal of Manufacturing Processes
Year: 2025 (Accepted)
Optimization of deposition parameters for the growth of micro-edge diamond abrasive grains using HFCVD method
- Authors: Liu D, Lu M, Zhang C, et al.
Journal: Diamond and Related Materials
Year: 2023
DFT calculations and experiments of oxidation resistance research on B, N, and Si multi-doped diamond films
- Authors: Lu M, Liu D, Zhang C, et al.
Journal: Applied Surface Science
Year: 2023