Material characterization and Multiscale material modeling. My research focuses on material characterization and computational modeling/simulation of materials, including biological materials, metals, and composites, that aim to predict the material behaviors and inspire next-generation engineering solutions.
My research focuses on the engineering design principles and functional performance of hierarchically designed nature’s materials and their application.By studying the microstructure-properties-function relationships in natural materials, I aim to inspire and guide the development of more advanced and purposefully designed novel synthetic materials.
Biomechanics, biological materials, and bio-inspired design, including impact mitigation from periodic microstructures like woodpecker beaks.
Investigating nanotextured surfaces with superhydrophobic or antibacterial properties experimentally and computationally.
Sensor-fusion and data analysis for prognostic health monitoring, signal data analysis, and anomaly prediction.
Computational modeling (Abaqus/LS-Dyna, LAMMPS), 3D reconstruction from CT/MRI, and acoustic wave propagation using ultrasound.
AM Monitoring with Multifunctional Sensor Arrays - Prognostic Health Monitoring using Transfer Learning ($583,296)
Developing Nanotexture Using Frequency-Aid Anodization ($2,000)