Prof. Dr. Tomomi Shiratori | Micro-cutting | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Tomomi Shiratori, University of Toyama, Japan

Dr. Tomomi Shiratori is a Professor of Engineering at the University of Toyama, specializing in plastic processing, micro-cutting, and die technology. Born in Suwa, Nagano, Japan (1971) 🇯🇵, he graduated from Chiba Institute of Technology 🎓 and later earned a Ph.D. in Engineering from Tokyo Metropolitan University (2017) 🏛️. With decades of experience in precision machining, he has worked extensively in micro-hole punching, shear processing, and tool durability enhancement 🔧. As Chairperson of the Nano/Micro Processing Subcommittee (2025) ⚙️, he continues to lead advancements in manufacturing technology, optimizing machining processes for sustainability and durability.

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Suitability of Dr. Tomomi Shiratori for the Best Researcher Award 🏆

Dr. Tomomi Shiratori is a renowned expert in precision machining, plastic processing, and micro-cutting, with decades of contributions to advanced manufacturing and sustainable machining processes. His research in die technology, tool durability, and micro-fabrication techniques has led to significant industrial advancements. As a professor at the University of Toyama and Chairperson of the Nano/Micro Processing Subcommittee (2025), Dr. Shiratori has pioneered innovations in high-precision manufacturing, optimizing machining for efficiency and sustainability. His numerous awards, impactful research, and leadership make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

Education & Experience 🎓👨‍🔬

🎓 1994 – B.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering – Chiba Institute of Technology
🏛️ 2017 – Ph.D. in Engineering – Tokyo Metropolitan University
⚙️ 1994 – Joined Komatsuseiki Kosakusho Co., Ltd. – Specialized in micro-precision die assembly & press processing
🏭 1998 – Production Technology Department – Advanced manufacturing processes
🔍 2011 – R&D in Micro-Hole Punching – Focused on tool life improvement
🛠️ 2013 – Research & Development Division
🎓 2019 – Professor, Faculty of Engineering – University of Toyama
🧑‍🏫 2025 – Chairperson, Nano/Micro Processing Subcommittee, Japan Society for Plasticity Processing

Professional Development 🚀

Dr. Shiratori has dedicated his career to advancing precision machining, micro-cutting, and die processing. His research focuses on plastic forming technologies such as shearing, extrusion, forging, and drawing 🛠️. As a professor at the University of Toyama, he actively contributes to developing sustainable manufacturing techniques, including direct recycling processes♻️. He has played a crucial role in optimizing cutting tools and micro-fabrication techniques for enhanced tool durability. As Chairperson of Japan’s Nano/Micro Processing Subcommittee (2025)⚙️, he leads innovations in high-precision machining, ensuring industry advancements in smart manufacturing and sustainable production 🌍.

Research Focus 🔬

Dr. Shiratori’s research spans plastic processing, micro-cutting, and die technology. His work involves shearing, extrusion, forging, and bending techniques, focusing on soft magnetic materials, aluminum alloys, and CFRP composites ⚙️🔬. He aims to optimize machining processes from micro to macro scales, ensuring high durability and precision. His recent work includes developing SDG-friendly aluminum extrusion processes ♻️, improving die materials using CoCrMo for better tool life, and studying fracture mechanics in shear processing. By refining machining conditions, he advances high-quality, sustainable, and efficient manufacturing techniques, benefiting industries from automotive to electronics 🚘💡.

Awards & Honors 🏆🎖️

🏅 2016.06 – Japan Society for Plasticity Processing Technology Development Award
🏆 2019.06 – Mold Technology Association Paper Award
🎖️ 2021.11 – 37th Materials Industry Technology Award (Ministry of Economy, Trade & Industry – Manufacturing Industry Director’s Award)
🥇 2022.06 – Japan Society for Plasticity Processing Technology Development Award

Publication Top Notes:

🔩 Dry Cold Forging of High Strength AISI316 Wires by Massively Nitrogen Supersaturated CoCrMo Dies
🔧 Galling-Free Dry Near-Net Forging of Titanium Using Massively Carbon-Supersaturated Tool Steel Dies
⚙️ Dry, Cold Forging of Oxygen-Free Copper by Massively Nitrogen-Supersaturated CoCrMo Dies
🛠️ In Situ Lubrication in Forging of Pure Titanium Using Carbon Supersaturated Die Materials
🏭 Direct Recycling of AA6063 Chips by Hot Extrusion Applying Pseudo Porthole Die (Conference Paper)

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tao Lai , National University of Defense Technology , China

Lai Tao, born in 1991, is an associate professor at the National University of Defense Technology, specializing in informatization and intelligent equipment development, including precision strike, observation, and early warning systems. He completed his PhD in 2021 and focuses on ultraprecision measurement technology for nano-precision shape-control and performance control manufacturing of optically complex surfaces. Lai Tao has innovated a new method for nano-precision profile measurement of optical elements and developed a high-precision guideway with 20nm straightness. He established an error model for optical surface profile coordinate measurement systems and developed a Cartesian coordinate nano-precision complex surface profile measurement machine. This machine aids in the nano-precision manufacturing of aluminum mirrors with complex curved surfaces and measures high-precision shape and position errors in components like strong light optics and X-ray mandrels. Over the past five years, he has published 16 SCI papers, including 11 high-quality ones, and has been active in international academic conferences, including ATAMI 2022 and SMSE 2022.

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Lai Tao completed his PhD at the National University of Defense Technology in 2021. Following his doctorate, he became an associate professor at the same institution. In his role, he specializes in the development of informatization and intelligent equipment, focusing on areas such as precision strike, observation, and early warning systems. His research is centered on ultraprecision measurement technology, particularly for nano-precision shape-control and performance control manufacturing of optically complex surfaces. He has made significant contributions to this field, including the innovation of a new method for nano-precision profile measurement of optical elements, the development of a high-precision guideway with 20nm straightness, and the creation of a Cartesian coordinate nano-precision complex surface profile measurement machine. His work supports the nano-precision manufacturing of aluminum mirrors with complex curved surfaces and is instrumental in measuring high-precision shape and position errors in components like strong light optics and X-ray mandrels. Over the past five years, he has published 16 SCI papers, with 11 being high-quality publications, and has been an active participant in international academic conferences, such as ATAMI 2022 and SMSE 2022.

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Lai Tao is an associate professor at the National University of Defense Technology, where he specializes in the development of informatization and intelligent equipment, including precision strike, observation, and early warning systems. His research focuses on ultraprecision measurement technology for nano-precision shape-control and performance control manufacturing of optically complex surfaces. He has innovated a new method for nano-precision profile measurement of optical elements and developed a high-precision guideway with 20nm straightness. Additionally, he established an error model for optical surface profile coordinate measurement systems and developed a Cartesian coordinate nano-precision complex surface profile measurement machine. His contributions extend to the nano-precision manufacturing of aluminum mirrors with complex curved surfaces, and he is involved in measuring high-precision shape and position errors in components such as strong light optics and X-ray mandrels. Over the past five years, he has published 16 SCI papers, including 11 high-quality ones, and has been an active participant and presenter at international academic conferences, including ATAMI 2022 and SMSE 2022.

Publication Top Notes:

“Optimization of dynamic characteristics for Time-Controlled Grinding using time-varying removal function” by Sun, Z., Dai, Y., Hu, H., … Li, Z., Chen, F.
- Journal: Journal of Manufacturing Processes, 2024, 119, pp. 1033–1048
“An on-machine measurement technique with sub-micron accuracy on a low-precision grinding machine tool” by Li, Z., Dai, Y., Guan, C., … Sun, Z., Li, H.
- Journal: Journal of Manufacturing Processes, 2024, 119, pp. 520–530
“Large field optical imaging system based on freeform surface optics” by Xiong, Y., Chen, S., Huang, C., … Lai, T., Ou, Y.
- Journal: Guangxue Jingmi Gongcheng/Optics and Precision Engineering, 2024, 32(9), pp. 1261–1272
“Improving the surface quality and its mechanism in ultraprecision machining of Al–Mg–Si alloy by multiple high energy shot peening pretreatment” by Dong, F., Peng, X., Lai, T., … Liu, J., Dai, Y.
- Journal: Journal of Materials Research and Technology, 2024, 30, pp. 7051–7064
“Atomic-level insight into process and mechanism of ion beam machining on aluminum optical surface” by Du, C., Dai, Y., Hu, H., … Lai, T., Tian, Y.
- Journal: Vacuum, 2024, 222, 113011
- Citations: 1