Distinguished Lecture Series : Digital Spare Parts

Prof. Partanen has a full-time professorship at Aalto University in the Department of Mechanical Engineering (https://people.aalto.fi/jouni.partanen). For his doctoral degree he studied laser physics. He is an academic scientist and an experienced high technology industry leader (15 years) in product development, advanced research, production and product management. Dr. Jouni Partanen was a key equipment developer for 3D Systems in California (more than 50 patents issued in the most important technology markets), the leading AM Technology company in the world. In addition to leading his own research and development teams at 3D Systems, Dr. Partanen personally did most of the laser and optical engineering needed for products during 12 years with the company. He is named as an inventor in more than 50 patents issued internationally in the most significant high technology markets. In addition to technical responsibilities, Dr. Partanen worked closely Chuck Hull, the founder of 3D Systems, on new business development. Prof Partanen’s academic career spans from university and research laboratory positions in Finland, England and California. He has published in leading international science journals like Nature and Physical Review Letters. He has more than 3700 citations, with H-index 36 (Google Scholar).