Research Pillars

Bridging the gap between Organic Biology and Computational Precision.

Bio-inspired Design (Woodpeckers & Beetles)

Investigating the hierarchical multiscale structure-property relationships of biological materials. Taking hints from woodpeckers’ beaks and hyoid apparatuses for damping of stress waves and shock mitigation.

  • Periodic microstructures for impact mitigation.
  • Hierarchical structures in southern ironclad beetles.

Nanotextured Surfaces & Antibacterial Properties

Investigating nanotextured surfaces with superhydrophobic or antibacterial properties experimentally and computationally. Using electrochemical anodization and hydrothermal etching.

Sensor Fusion & Machine Learning

Multi sensor-fusion for prognostic monitoring and non-destructive testing. Machine-learning approach for anomaly prediction or defect detection in Additive Manufacturing (AM).

Computational Modeling & Simulation

Finite Element Analysis (Abaqus/LS-Dyna) and Molecular Dynamics (LAMMPS). Structural design and optimization of deployable protective walls.