Simone Venettacci is Researcher of “Manufacturing Technology and Systems” at the University “Niccolò Cusano”. His scientific research activities are mainly focused on: study of advanced material processing technologies; analysis of innovative industrial processes; their validation through a techno-economic and environmental assessment. Main research areas: laser machining; fluidized bed coatings and processing; additive manufacturing; metal foams; TES systems; protective and functional coatings.