Apply to our Graduate Programs online >>
Apply to our Undergraduate Programs online >>
Computational and Applied Mechanics
Faculty
Affiliated Faculty
Research Summaries
Thermomechanical Modeling of Sliding Contacts
The modeling of engineering surfaces, with roughness, near-surface gradients in mechanical properties and complex chemical layers, represents, in many respects, the last frontier of mechanical design. We are using combined computational mechanics approaches and experimental studies to advance our understanding of such contact problems and to develop advanced computational tools for engineering analysis and design. Both friction and wear are being studies. The thermal aspects of the problem, coupled with elasto-plastic deformations significantly push the boundaries of current computational capabilities. Fast algorithms have been developed in order to make the solution of large problems more practical.
G.F. DARGUSH, A. SOOM, Q. Wang, H. S. Ng, T. S. Hung.
Information Processing for Integrated Observation and Simulation Based Risk Management of Geophysical Mass Flows
This project involves the development of algorithms and tools for distributed high-end simulation of avalanche type hazard events, using the best available and suitable newly developed schemes; a major outcome of this project is the TITAN toolset incorporating the best available numerical methodology and physical modeling for hazardous geophysical mass flows. Current and future work in this effort will include the incorporation of uncertainty into the parameters and inputs used for these computations.
A.PATRA, T. KESAVADAS. Sponsor: NSF
Parallel Adaptive Lagrangian Discontinuous Galerkin Methods with an Application to Simulation of Pediatric Brain Injury
In this project we are developing highly accurate parallel adaptive Lagrangian discontinuous Galerkin techniques that will be used in the development of high fidelity simulation tools for investigation of pediatric brain injury mechanisms and preventive strategies. These schemes will enable the use of higher order approximations to obtain accuracies that are O(hp) and O(del tk), h,p,k > 1 are the usual finite element mesh parameters and t is the time step
A. PATRA. Sponsor: NSF.
Modeling and Simulation of CRS Systems
In this project we are developing a set of validated computer models of child restraint systems for use in investigation of pediatric crash injury and development of better CRS systems.
A. PATRA. Sponsor: CENTIR/CUBRC.
Development and Analysis of New Methodology and Devices for Non-Thermal Pasteurization of Fluids
In this project we are developing and analyzing a set of devices for efficient non thermal pasteurization of a range of fluids based on the UV based SIAD process and a new pump design.
A. PATRA. Sponsor: NYSTAR/Synergena Inc.
Increasing Fracture Toughness of Metal-Polymer Interface
Previous methods for joining a microelectronics Cu leadframe to an epoxy matrix had used a complicated regimen of surface cleaning and directed oxidation. Although this method produces a tough interface, it is time- and energy-consuming. Previous results at UB with modification of Cu fibers in epoxy in Mode II fracture showed the effectiveness of creating engineered zones of strength using silane surface treatments. This method is applied here to Mode I fracture of the Cu-epoxy interface.
R.C. WETHERHOLD, Z. Harry.
-
Research Spotlight
MAE researchers have developed advanced computational techniques for Fire Simulation and multi-phase reacting turbulent flows.
-
Research Spotlight
UB MAE researchers in computational mechanics have developed a high fidelity volcanic landslide simulator to aid geologists in mapping the hazard areas at locations such as the island of Montserrat.
-
Research Spotlight
A Level Set Embedded Interface Method has been developed at Compuational Fluid Dynamics Laboratory to simulate Conjugate heat transfer for irregular geometries
-
Research Spotlight
MAE's Laser Flow Diagnostic Laboratory is a leader holographic particle image velocimetry, a three-dimensional, next generation flow diagnostics tool.
-
Research Spotlight
MAE's Automation, Robotics, and Mechatronics Laboratory is conducting research both on the theoretical formulation and experimental validation of such novel mechatronic systems as multi-robot collaboration.
-
Research Spotlight
The nonlinear estimation group is developing techniques for propagating uncertainties through nonlinear dynamical systems for better forecasting and output uncertainty characterization.
-
Research Spotlight
Study of Non-premixed flame-wall interaction using vortex ring configuration is done for the first time at the Computational Fluid Dynamics Laboratory.
/ 6
Networking
-
Want to work with MAE?
Do you represent a business and would like to connect with our accomplished faculty for consulting or testing work? Please browse the list of our faculty to see their:
Or send an e-mail to the Chair with information on your project requirements >>