Rafael Neves

• Automated generation of synthetic training data (Blender Python API) • Physically-based rendering for realistic data simulation • Development of a computer vision system for live data segmentation in FDM 3D-printing • Analysis of transferability to real-world scenarios • Implementation via AI-on-the-Edge solution

• Development of AI models to predict manufacturing processes based on CAD models • Automation and machine learning applications on 3D geometry data (OpenCASCADE) • Data mining and feature engineering on 3D CAD data • Implementation of machine learning and computer vision algorithms • Coding of Python tools for data processing and labeling

• Optimization of an AI for identifying non-design features in CAD models for topology optimization • Integration and labeling of practical datasets to enhance training processes • Hyperparameter tuning for improved accuracy • Estimation of required data volumes for high-precision predictions • Analysis of copyright aspects in the use and data mining of CAD data for AI training

• CAD design and 3D printing of toolings, prototypes, and aircraft components • Operation, maintenance, and post-processing in the 3D printing workshop for in-house production (FDM) • Custumer consulting on material selection, printability, and design of AM components (FDM, SLS, SLA, SLM) • Studies on print parameter optimization • Conceptualization of a web app for digitizing AM order data

• 3D CAD design and drawing planning for new filling systems • Reconstruction of interference geometries from point clouds and 3D laser scans • Setup and maintenance of the PDM system

Assisting in projects of the flight simulation department: • Conceptualization, development, and design of the ventilation and smoke simulation system • 3D CAD design of components and assemblies • Creation of manufacturing drawings and production documentation • Integration of technical files into the SAP PDM-system • Support for hardware integration • Design of 3D-printed components

• Creation of photo documentation and reports • Supervision and onboarding of assistants • Cataloging technical documents and archival tasks

Focus: Simulation Technology · Optimization algorithms · Probabilistic optimization · Numerical algorithms in structural analysis · Finite Element Method (FEM)

Focus: Mechanical Engineering Bachelor thesis: "Development of a hydraulic damper with adjustable impedance using selective laser melting (SLM)"