Biography:

John Hanna is a mechanical engineer specializing in advanced numerical simulation and artificial intelligence. He holds a PhD from École Centrale de Nantes, conducted in collaboration with the IRT Jules Verne, where his research focused on the simulation of composite manufacturing processes. His expertise lies at the intersection of physics-based modeling, computational mechanics, and machine learning, with a strong emphasis on industrial applications. John has authored several peer-reviewed scientific publications and actively participates in international conferences to stay at the forefront of research and industrial innovation. He is the founder and CTO of Akhet Solutions, a startup supported from the Inria Startup Studio, where he leads the development of hybrid AI–physics simulation technologies aimed at accelerating and improving industrial engineering workflows for Liquid composite molding.

About Akhet Solutions:

Akhet Solutions is a deeptech startup developing advanced simulation software for liquid composite molding by combining artificial intelligence with physics-based modeling. Incubated within Inria Startup Studio, the company addresses key challenges in composite manufacturing, where traditional simulations are accurate but computationally expensive and difficult to use in real-time industrial contexts. Akhet’s hybrid AI–physics technology accelerates the design and simulation of liquid composite molding processes while maintaining strong physical reliability. It enables manufacturers to reduce development time, optimize process parameters, and improve monitoring through the integration of real production data. By providing faster and more accessible simulation tools, Akhet Solutions helps composite manufacturers improve efficiency, reduce material waste, and increase process robustness. The company aims to support the digital transformation of the composites industry by bringing research-level innovation into practical, industrial-ready solutions.