The Advanced Machine Design course at the University of Rome Tor Vergata, led by Professor Marco Evangelos Biancolini, provided students with the opportunity to apply cutting-edge engineering tools to a real-world structural and fatigue optimization project. The focus was on the optimization of a Piaggio 150cc engine piston, a complex task that required an interdisciplinary approach combining numerical simulation, computational optimization, and advanced engineering methodologies.
We are pleased to announce that Marco Evangelos Biancolini has had his abstract accepted for presentation at the NAFEMS World Congress 2025. This prestigious event will take place from May 19 to May 22, 2025, in Salzburg, Austria.
The thesis Structural Shape Optimization Using BGM at the Root of Thermal Turbine Blades, presented by Simone Putzu at the University of Rome Tor Vergata, offers a rigorous exploration of innovative methodologies for structural optimization. This research focuses on axial turbine blade roots, a critical component in thermal turbines, and integrates advanced computational tools to enhance their mechanical performance.
The study “Reduced-Order Model of a Time-Trial Cyclist Helmet for Aerodynamic Optimization Through Mesh Morphing and Enhanced with Real-Time Interactive Visualization,” authored by E. Di Meo, A. Lopez, C. Groth, M. E. Biancolini, and P. P. Valentini, has been published in MDPI. This research presents a methodical approach to optimizing the aerodynamics of time-trial cycling helmets through the integration of advanced computational tools.
The University of Rome Tor Vergata will host a seminar featuring Riccardo Testi, CAE Analyst at Piaggio Group, who will delve into the field of digital engineering. This seminar will provide a comprehensive overview of the historical development of numerical simulations and address the challenges faced by modern engineers, offering insights that will be particularly valuable for students preparing to enter the professional world.
We are pleased to share that RBF Morph’s founder, Marco Evangelos Biancolini, has contributed a detailed article on the application of digital twin technology for advanced design in the aerospace industry. This work was recently presented at the Tech Transfer Day at the University of Rome Tor Vergata.
This month, Marco Evangelos Biancolini has contributed a comprehensive article to Automazione Oggi, a distinguished publication in the realm of industrial software and engineering innovation.
On November 14, the Tech Transfer Day will be held at the University of Rome Tor Vergata, where RBF Morph will present a dedicated booth focused on the DigiPAD project.
Lorenzo D’Anastasio’s thesis, titled “Optimization of a Rear Camera Using CFD and Mesh Morphing,” presents a comprehensive exploration of aerodynamic optimization through advanced Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis and mesh morphing techniques. Conducted in collaboration with Università degli Studi di Roma Tor Vergata, ENGYS, Volvo, and RBF Morph, this study underscores the contributions of RBF Morph software in achieving refined geometric modifications that enhance aerodynamic performance.