Biography:
Jesús Javier Jiménez-Galea holds a PhD in Mechatronic Engineering from the University of Málaga (Spain), as well as a Technical Industrial Engineering degree with a specialization in Mechanics and a Technical Engineering degree in Industrial Design. He is currently a full-time professor at the School of Industrial Engineering, University of Malaga, in the Area of Manufacturing Process Engineering. His research focuses on the study and development of sustainable nanofluids as advanced lubricants and coolants, with direct applications in machining, drilling, heat transfer, and tribology.
He has published articles in international peer-reviewed journals such as Journal of Cleaner Production, Lubricants, and Gels, where he has presented results on the formulation of nanofluids based on virgin coconut oil and hydrophilic silica nanoparticles, achieving significant improvements in friction reduction and heat dissipation in manufacturing processes.
In addition, he has participated in national and international conferences, presenting research on heat transfer, nanofluids, and tribology. These experiences have allowed him to exchange knowledge with leading researchers and strengthen collaborative research lines. His main goal is to contribute to the development of cleaner and more efficient technologies aligned with the challenges of sustainability in manufacturing engineering.
Title : Sustainable drilling with controlled amounts of cutting fluid based on coconut oil–silica nanofluids