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Materials and Synthesis
Materials and Synthesis addresses identification, creation, and tailoring of existing and next-generation materials through the control of microstructure at multiple scales, ranging from molecular to macro-scale. Advanced fibers, new polymers, sizings and nanomaterials are primary areas of interest.
2016
Dynamic Effects of a Single Fiber Break in Unidirectional Glass Fiber-Reinforced Composites
Raja Ganesh (Ph.D.M.E.), Subramani Sockalingam (Ph.D.M.E. 16), Bazle Z. (Gama) Haque, and John W. Gillespie, Jr
2013
Electrospinning Electroactive Nanocomposite Films for Sensing Applications
P. Hauser (B.M.E.), C. Jacob (Ph.D.M.E.), E. Thostenson
Lignin-Based High-Performance Polymers and Block Copolymers
J. F. Stanzione, III (Ph.D.), K. H. Reno (Ph.D. Candidate), J. M. Sadler (Ph.D.), J. J. La Scala (Ph.D.), R. P. Wool (Ph.D. Advisor)
2012
Toughening Mechanisms of Thermoplastic Particulate Polycarbonate Composites
H. Kim, W. Zhao (Ph.D.M.E.), and J. Suhr
Thermoresistive Characterization of Composites of Vinyl Ester and Carbon Nanotubes
Kalon Lasater, Erik T. Thostenson
Lignin-Based, High-Performance Polymers
J.F. Stanzione III (Ph.D. Candidate), J. M. Sadler (Ph.D.), J. J. La Scala (Ph.D.), R.P. Wool (Ph.D.)
Through Thickness Thermal Conductivity Enhancement for 3D Fiber Composites
H. Yu (Ph.D.M.E.), S. Schneiders (Intern), D. Heider and S. G. Advani
Effects of the Weaving Process on Tensile Strength Distribution of S2 Glass Fiber Tows Extracted from Different
3-D Woven Fabrics
A. Abo Obaid, S. A. Andersen and J.W. Gillespie Jr.
2011
Electrospun Polymer Fibers For Composite Applications
A. Kovalchuk and J. Deitzel
Utilization of Lignin in the Development of High-Performance Bio-based Resins
J.F. Stanzione III (Ph.D. Candidate), J. M. Sadler (Ph.D., ARL), J. J. La Scala (Ph.D., ARL), R.P. Wool (Ph.D.)
2010
Mechanical Properties/Fiber Surface Chamistry and Morphology Relationship in Oxygen Plasma Treated UHMW Polyethelene/Epoxy Composites
M. Dey, D. Kissounko, J. M. Deitzel, J. W. Gillespie, Jr., J. H. Yim and G. R. Palmese (Drexel University), D. Daphne Pappas (ARL)
Observing the Twinkling fractal Theory (TFT) of the Glass Transition
J.F. Stanzione III (Ph.D. Candidate), R.P. Wool (Ph.D.), and K.E. Strawhecker (Ph.D., ARL)
Lignin-derived Monomers for Use in High-Performance Bio-based Resins
J.F. Stanzione III (Ph.D. Candidate), J.M. Sadler (Ph.D.), J.J. La Scala (Ph.D.), and R.P. Wool (Ph.D.)
2009
Effects of the Weaving Process on Tensile Strength Distribution of S2 Glass Fiber Towns Extracted from Different
3D-Woven Fabrics
A. Abu Obaid, S. A. Andersen and J.W. Gillespie Jr.
Effects of 2D and 3D-Weaving Process on Tensile Properties of Synthetic Fibers
A. Burleigh (B.M.E.), A. Abu-Obaid, W. Hunt (B.M.E.)
Chemically Modified Fatty Acids as Styrene Replacement in Vinyl Ester Polymers
A. Campanella (Ph.D.) and R. P. Wool
The Effects of Crimp on the Tensile Properties of High Performance Fibers
M. Campbell (B.M.E.), J. Deitzel
Evaluation of the Interfacial Shear Strength and Energy Absorption of Polymer-Containing Polysiloxane Sizings
for E-Glass Fibers
K. Danner (B.Ch.E.), D. Kissounko, and R. Barsottib
Surface Study of Plasma Treated Polyethylene Fibers by AFM
M. Dey and D. Kissounko
Effect of Particle Size on High and Low Rate Responses of Shear Thickening Suspension of Hard-Sphere Particles
K. Forrest , E. Head III, J. W. Gillespie Jr., and N. J. Wagner
Advanced Characterization Study of Resin Systems for Military Application
M. Grusenmeyer (M.E. Undergrad), D. Molligan (B.S.M.E.), D. Fudge (B.S.A.E.)
Curvature Induced Kink Bands and the Resulting Degredation of the Tensile Properties of Synthetic Fiber
W. Hunt (B.M.E.), A. Abu Obaid, A. Burleigh (B.M.E.)
Microstructure Measurements of Concentrated, Near Hard Sphere Colloidal Dispersion via 1-2 Plane Flow-SANS
D. P. Kalman (Ph.D.Ch.E.), N. J. Wagner
Optimizing the Fiber-Matrix Interphase for Controlled Energy Absorption and Strength
D. Kissounko, J. W. Gillespie , J. Deitzel, A. Abu-Obaid , D. Pappas (ARL), R. Jensen (ARL), J. Yim (DU), Y. Mukhin (DU), G. Palmese (DU)
Investigation of Linear Electrospinning Jets
J. Knopf, J. M. Deitzel, N. J. Wagner
Characterization of Thermosetting Poly Urea Resin
J. Natale (B.Ch.E.), J. Deitzel, J.W. Gillespie Jr.
Development of a Mold to Study Heat Diffusion and Resin Flow Velocity Dependence
A. Phillips (Intern), J. Alms, P. Simacek , and S. G. Advani
The Effect of Electrical Field Shape on the Electrospinning Process
E. Phillips (B.M.E.), J. R. Santiago (B.Ch.E.), J. Deitzel
Modulating Hydrogel Rigidity via Photopolymerization of Self-Assembled β-Hairpin Peptide Hydrogels
R. V. Rughani (Ph.D.Ch.) and Joel P. Schneider
Electrospinning Spacially Oriented, Sub-Micron Metal Oxide Fibers
J. R. Santiago (B.Ch.E.), E. Phillips (B.M.E.), J. Deitzel
Hydrogen Storage on Carbonized Keratin Fibers
E. Şenöz and R. P. Wool
Peptide Based Nanostructures for Multifunctional Composite Materials
N. Sharma (Ph.D.M.S.E.), A. Altunbas (Ph.D.M.S.E.), M. S. Lamm (Ph.D.M.S.E.), R. Rughani (Ph.D.CHEM), J. P. Schneider and D. J. Pochan
Moisture Uptake in High Performance Fibers
A. Sheldrake (Intern), J. Deitzel (Advisor)
Bio-Based Composites from Plant Oils and Keratin Fibers for Printed Circuit Applications
M. Zhan (Ph.D.Ch.E.) and R. P. Wool
2008
Composites from Leaves and Plant Oil-Based Resins
M. Bah (intern), A. Campanella (PhD), M. Zhan (Grad), A. Abu Obaid and R. Wool
Fatty Acid Monomer as a Replacement of Styrene in Bio-Based Polymers
A. Campanella (PD) and R. P. Wool
The Evaluation of Rubber-Type Polymers as a Component of E-glass fiber/ Epoxy Resin Interface for Controlled Energy Absorption and Strength
K. Danner, D. Kissounko, J. W. Gillespie Jr.
Effects of the Weaving Process on Tensile Strength Distribution of S2 Glass Fibers
A. Abu Obaid, M. Harbison (Intern)
Dynamic Rhealogy of Shear Thickening Fluids
D. Kessler, N. J. Wagner (Ph.D.), J. W. Gillespie (Ph.D.)
Optimizing the Fiber-Matrix Interphase for Controlled Energy Absorption and Strength
D. Kissounko, J. W. Gillespie, Jr., J. Deitzel, A. Abu-Obaid, D. Pappas (ARL), R. Jensen (ARL)
Optimization of M5 Fiber Heat Treatment Conditions
A. Leal (Ph.D.M.S.E.), J. M. Deitzel, S. H. McKnight (ARL), J. W. Gillespie, Jr.
Hydrogen Storage on Carbonized Chicken Feather Fibers
E. Senoz and R. P. Wool
Experimental Characterization of the Strength of Kevlar KM2 Yarns under Quasi-Static Testing
C. Showell, G. Nilakantan, M. Keefe, T. Bogetti (ARL)
New Dielectrics from Soy Oil Resin and Natural Fibers
M. Zhan (Ph.D.Ch.E.) and R. P. Wool
Mechanics and Design
Mechanics and Design focuses on understanding microstructure-property relationships to enable model-based design and optimization of materials and structures at multiple scales. It encompasses mechanics of materials at multiple scales, numerical methods, CAD/CAM, re-engineering, and new software design tools.
2016
Design and Manufacturing of Advanced Passive Dynamic Ankle-Foot Orthoses (PD-AFO) for Wounded Warriors – Open Manufacturing
S. Sharma, N. Khattra, S. Yarlagadda, Dr. Gillespie
Molecular Simulations of Cross-Linked Epoxy
S. C. Chowdhury, B. Z. Haque, J. W. Gillespie Jr.
Modeling Nonlinear Conduction Mechanisms of Carbon Composites with Resistor Network
Hong Yu, Suresh Advani, Dirk Heider
Design of Flexible Bilateral Floating Constraint and Buckling Column
A. Vanarelli (MSME), J. Gillespie (Ph.D), and S. Yarlagadda (Ph.D)
Study of Crack Initiation and Propagation Along Fiber Matrix Interface Using Carbon Nanotubes as Sensor
Sandeep Tamrakar, Bazle Z. Haque, John W. Gillespie, Jr.
2015
Micromechanical Modeling of Unidirectional Composites: Dynamic Effects of Fiber Break
Raja Ganesh, Subramani Sockalingam, Bazle Z. (Gama) Haque, and John W. Gillespie, Jr.
Study of Crack Initiation and Propagation Along Fiber Matrix Interface Using Carbon Nanotubes as Sensor
Sandeep Tamrakar, Bazle Z. Haque, John W. Gillespie, Jr.
Effect of Fiber Orientation on Nonlinear Behavior of Thermoplastic Composites
S. Venkateswaran (M.S.M.E.), Bazle Z. (Gama) Haque, and John W. Gillespie Jr.
2014
Energy and Bond Strength Development during Ultrasonic Consolidation
Greg Kelly, Suresh Advani and John W. Gillespie, Jr
Fiber Length Scale Finite Element Modeling of Kevlar KM2
Subramani Sockalingam, John W. Gillespie, Jr., and Michael Keefe
High Rate Test Method for Fiber-Matrix Interface Characterization
Sandeep Tamrakar, Bazle Z. (Gama) Haque and John W. Gillespie, Jr.
A Semi-Analytical Method for Investigating Conical Indentation of a Viscoelastic Sphere
J. K. Phadikar, T. A. Bogetti and A. M. Karlsson
Study of the Interaction of Silica Glass Surface with Water and Silane Coupling Agent
Sanjib C. Chowdhury, Bazle Z. (Gama) Haque & John W. Gillespie Jr.
Micromechanical Modeling Of Fiber-Reinforced Composites
Raja H. Ganesh, Bazle Z. (Gama) Haque and John W. Gillespie Jr.
Modeling Depth of Penetration of Ceramic Tiles Supported by Aluminum
Nicole Cicchetti, Bazle Z. (Gama) Haque, Shridar Yarlagadda, and John W. Gillespie Jr.
Molecular Dynamics Simulations of Single-Walled Carbon Nanotube Bundles under Mechanical Loading
Sanjib C. Chowdhury, Garrett R. Swenson, Bazle Z. (Gama) Haque & John W. Gillespie Jr.
Axial Crush Modeling of Composite Tubes and their Characteristics
S. Venkateswaran (M.S.M.E.), Bazle Z. (Gama) Haque and Dr. John W. Gillespie Jr.
Modeling Transverse Impact on UHMWPE Soft Laminate Pack
Molla Ali, Bazle Z. (Gama) Haque and John W. Gillespie Jr.
2013
Carbon-Fiber Based Passive Dynamic Ankle Foot Orthosis for Augmenting Net Ankle Moment in Human Gait
N. S. Khattra, J. J. Tierney, S. Yarlagadda, J. Gillespie, Jr.
Local Buckling Behavior of Vertically Aligned MWCNT Arrays with van der Waals Interaction
Y. Li and J. Suhr
Modeling the Microdroplet Test Method
S. Sockalingam, J. W. Gillespie, Jr., and M. Keefe
Rapid Prototyping of Advanced Passive Dynamic Ankle-Foot Orthoses (PD-AFO) Designs for Wounded Warriors
Prof. J. W. Gillespie Jr., Dr. S. Yarlagadda, Dr. J. Tierney
Modeling of In-Plane Void Transport During Composites Processing
J.J. Gangloff Jr. (Ph.D.M.E.), C. Daniel (Visiting Scholar), Prof. S.G. Advani
Modeling the Depth of Penetration of Very Thick Composites
I. Biswas & B. Z. (Gama) Haque
Modeling Four Quadrant Low Velocity Impact on Thick-Section Composites with and without Interlayers
M. S. Walter, S. E. Boyd (ARL), T. A. Bogetti (ARL) and B. Z. (Gama) Haque
Modeling of Water Slamming for Foam Core Sandwich Composite Structures
Y. Tsuchida (Ph.D.C.E.), and J.W. Gillespie, Jr.
Perforation and Penetration of Composites
R. Stanton and B. Z. (Gama) Haque
Molecular Simulations of Silica Surface in Presence of Water
S. C. Chowdhury, B. Z. (Gama) Haque, and J. W. Gillespie Jr.
Modeling the Microdroplet Test Method
S. Sockalingam, J. W. Gillespie, Jr., and M. Keefe
Penetration and Perforation Mechanics of Composites
B. Z. (Gama) Haque, and J. W. Gillespie Jr.
Finite Element Modeling of Nanoindentation Experiment
A. Caulfield, B. Z. (Gama) Haque, and J. W. Gillespie Jr.
Electrophoretic Deposition of Functionalized Carbon Nanotubes for Production of Carbon/epoxy Composites with Improved Mechanical Properties
Q. An (Ph.D.M.S.E.G.), A. N. Rider and E.T. Thostenson
Stress Reduction in Hockey Stick Foam Core
S. Durbano, N. Shevchenko, P. Schulze, Y. Tsuchida
Health Monitoring of Composite Structures Using Carbon Nanotubes and Acoustic Sensors
Gerard J. Gallo, Limin Gao, Erik T. Thostenson, Samik Das (Acellent), Cas Cheung (Acellent)
Thermo-Mechanical Modeling of Acoustic Softening During Ultrasonic Consolidation of Thin Aluminum Foils
G. S. Kelly, S. G. Advani and J. W. Gillespie, Jr.
Thermoresistive Characterization of Composites of Vinyl Ester and Carbon Nanotubes
K. Lasater, Erik T. Thostenson
Database Integration of Patient, Materials, Process and Test Data for Composite Orthotic Devices
I. Murgescu, (B.E.E.) (Intern), John J. Tierney, S. Yarlagadda, John W. Gillespie Jr.
Conical Indentation of a Sphere for Determination of Material Properties
J. K. Phadikar (Ph.D.M.E.), A. M. Karlsson and T. Bogetti (ARL)
Wave Propogation in Prestressed Micro-crack Damaged Media
D. G. Sahane (Ph.D.M.E.), M. H. Santare, and G. A. Gazonas (ARL)
Rapid Prototyping of Advanced Passive Dynamic Ankle-Foot Orthoses (PD-AFO) Designs for Wounded Warriors
Prof. J. W. Gillespie Jr., Dr. S. Yarlagadda, Dr. J. Tierney (UD-CCM), Prof. S. J. Stanhope, (UD Kinesiology and Applied Physiology)
Response of the Adhesive Interlayer Loaded in Shear
B. Allik, J. W. Gillespie Jr., R. E. Jensen (ARL)
Out of Autoclave Accelerated Curing of Thermoset Resin
S. Yarlagadda; M. Kubota
Nano-Scale Property Measurements of Fibers by Instrumented Indentation
Q. P. McAllister; J. W. Gillespie; Jr.; M. R. VanLandingham (ARL)
Measuring the Local Properties of Kevlar
Q. P. McAllister (Ph.D.M.S.E.G.), John W. Gillespie, Jr., and Mark R. VanLandingham (ARL)
Probabilistic-Multiscale Numerical Modeling of Textile Composites: Bridging Filament – Yarn Length Scales
Dr. Gaurav Nilakantan and Prof. John W. Gillespie Jr.
Probabilistic-Multiscale Numerical Modeling of Textile Composites: Bridging Yarn – Fabric Length Scales
Dr. Gaurav Nilakantan and Prof. John W. Gillespie Jr.
High Strain-Rate Behavior of an Adhesive Inter-Layer
M. P. Rao, B. A. (Gama) Haque and J. W. Gillespie, Jr.
Mode I Fracture Mechanics of High Strain To Failure Adhesives
Adam Ratzlaff (M.S.E.G.), J.W. Gillespie (UDel-CCM), R. Jensen (ARL)
Effect of Preloads on Wave Propogation in Micro-crack Damaged Media
D. G. Sahane (Ph.D.M.E.), M. H. Santare, and G. A. Gazonas (ARL)
Performance of Tailored Joints in Discontinuous Cermic-Cored Sandwich Structure
J. Stephens (M.C.E.); N.Shevchenko; J.W.Gillespie Jr.
Amino Functionalization of MWNT and Its Effect on ILSS of Hybrid Nanocomposites
Chandrasekaran, V.C.S., Santare M.H., Krishnan P., Advani S.G.
Modeling Blast Damage of Composite Structures
V. S. Chiravuri, and B. A. (Gama) Haque
Impact and Post-Impact Response of a Composite Materials to Multiple Non-Coincident Impacts
K. Cromer (M.S.M.E.E.G.), M. Keefe, J. W. Gillespie Jr.
Composite Damage Modeling
B. A. (Gama) Haque, S.-G. Kang, and J. W. Gillespie, Jr.
Modeling the Progressive Damage in 2D and 3D Woven Fabric Composites
S. G. Kang, B.A. (Gama) Haque, and J.W. Gillespie, Jr.
Finite Element Analysis of Nanoindentations
H. Z. Li (P.D.), Q. P. McAllister (Ph.D.M.S.E.G.), T. A. Bogetti (ARL), and A. M. Karlsson
A Parametric Analysis of the Quasi-Static Penetration of Composite Materials
A.F. Manzella (M.C.E.), B.A. (Gama) Haque, and J.W. Gillespie, Jr.
The Particle-Fiber Interface Mechanics of Textile Composite Systems
Q.P. McAllister (Ph.D.M.S.E.G.), J.W. Gillespie, Jr., M.R. VanLandingham (ARL), K. E. Strawhecker (ARL)
The Electromagnetic and Mechanical Properties of Structural Composites, Structural Fabrics and Unit cell Characterization
R. McCauley (B.M.E.), S. Yarlagadda PhD, Mark Mirotznik PhD
Modeling the Impact of Flexible Textile Composites through Multiscale and Probablistic Methods
Gaurav Nilakantan (Ph.D.M.S.E.), Michael Keefe, Eric Wetzel (ARL), Travis Bogetti (ARL), and John W. Gillespie Jr.
Modeling Impact, Damage, Penetration of Sandwich Composites
P. Pasupuleti and B.A. (Gama) Haque
2009
Response of the Adhesive Interlayer Under Dynamic Loading
G.M. Peters (M.C.E.), B.A. (Gama) Haque, J.W. Gillespie, Jr.
Co-Injection of Polyurethane Resins
Q. An, H. Deffor, S. Yarlagadda, D. Heider and J.W.Gillespie, Jr.
Micro-Modeling of the Mechanics of the Fiber-Matrix Interface
T. Bogetti (ARL), B. Powers (ARL), M. H. Santare, T. Cender (B.M.E.)
Finite Element Analysis of Composite Sandwich Panels Under Impact Loading
D. Helmstetter (M.C.E.) and J. Righman McConnell
Finite Element Modeling of Delamination in Thick-section Composites Using LS-DYNA
S.G. Kang, B. A. (Gama) Haque, S. Yarlagadda, and J. W. Gillespie, Jr.
Biomedical Engineering Applications for Composite Materials: Review on Design of Ankle-Foot Orthoses and Transtibial Sockets
B. Keller (Intern), S. Yarlagadda (Ph.D.), and J. Gillespie (Ph.D.)
Penetration Mechanics of Thick-Section Composites
A.F. Manzella (M.C.E.), B.A. (Gama) Haque, J.W. Gillespie, Jr.
Fiber Particle Interface Mechanics
Q. McAllister (Ph.D.M.S.E.G.), J.W. Gillespie Jr., M. VanLandingham (ARL)
Computational Modeling of the Impact of 2D and 3D Fabrics Incorpating Multiscale and Probabilistic Simulation Techniques
G. Nilakantan (Ph.D.M.S.E.), M. Keefe, J. W. Gillespie, Jr. T. A. Bogetti (ARL), R. Adkinson (ARL), E. D. Wetzel (ARL)
DYNAFAB V3.0: Automated Finite Element Preprocessors for Textile Composites
G. Nilakantan (Ph.D.M.S.E.), M. Keefe, J. W. Gillespie, Jr.
Role of the Interlayer Between Ceramic Tiles and Thick Section Composites Subjected to Impulse Loading
G.M. Peters (M.C.E.), B.A. (Gama) Haque, J.W. Gillespie, Jr Wang
On the Effective Elastic Properties of Microcracked Materials
X. Wang (PD), M. H. Santare, and G. A. Gazonas (ARL)
Evaluation of Reinforced Polymer Composites for Engineering Controls of Sound and Vibration
D. Brisach, M. Griffith, S. Petfield, P. Popper and J. Glancey
Penetration Mechanics of Thick-Section Composites
B. A. (Gama) Haque, Sergey L. Lopatnikov, and J. W. Gillespie Jr.
Transmission Container for HMMWV Design and Development of Internal Mounting System
C. Hazel (Intern)
Super Light Weight Composite Wing Design Contest SAMPE 2008
C. Jacob; J. Gangloff, R. McCauley, N. Counts, J. McLaughlin
Micromechanics of Concentrated Suspensions for Protective Fabrics
D. P. Kalman (Ph.D.Ch.E.), E. D. Wetzel (ARL), and N. J. Wagner
Modeling of Electrical Conductivity in Carbon Nanotube-Based Composites
C. Li (Associate Scientist)
Multi Scale Modeling of the Impact of Textile Composite
G. Nilakantan (Ph.D.M.S.E.), M. Keefe, J. W. Gillespie, Jr., and T. A. Bogetti (ARL)
Modeling Techniques and Computing Time for Impact Simulations on Woven Fabrics
M.P. Rao (PD), M. Keefe (UD-ME), B.M. Powers (ARL) and T.A. Bogetti (ARL)
Parametric Analysis of Composite Panels Under Blast Loading
H. Su
CDS: Composite Design and Simulation Software: Next Generation Interface for Design and Analysis of Composite Structures
J. J. Tierney, N. Yarlagadda, T. Bogetti, and J. W. Gillespie, Jr.
Multifunctional Materials
Multifunctional Materials focuses on developing materials to accomplish multiple performance objectives in a single material system. It encompasses traditional composite materials that provide high specific stiffness, strength, and incorporates other functions such as energy absorption, electromagnetic properties, sensing and actuation, power harvesting and repair.
2017
Integrated Rehabilitation and Health Monitoring of Concretestructures Using Structural Carbon Nanotube-based Hybrid Composites
Hongbo Dai, Thomas Schumacher, and Erik Thostenson
2016
Carbon Nanotube Integrated Multifunctional Composites for In Situ Structural Health Monitoring Application
Hao Liu (PhDME), Dirk Heider, and Erik T. Thostenson
Interphase Characterization of Nanomaterials Reinforced Glass Fiber/Epoxy Multiscale Composites
Qi An (PhDMSEG), Andrew N. Rider, Narelle Brack, Sandeep Tamrakar (PhDCE), John W. Gillespie Jr., and Erik T. Thostenson
Carbon Nanotube Integrated Fiber Composites for Structural Health Monitoring and Strengthening of Steel Structures
Sagar M. Doshi, Shafique Ahmed, Thomas S. Schumacher, Jennifer McConnell, and Erik T. Thostenson
Spatial Damage Sensing Using Carbon Nanotube-Based Sensors with Electrical Impedance Tomography
Hongbo Dai (PhD Candidate), Gerard Gallo (M.S.), Thomas Schumacher (Assistant Professor), Erik Thostenson (Associate Professor)
2015
Spatial Damage Sensing of Fiber-Reinforced Composites with Carbon Nanotubes
Gerard J. Gallo and Erik T. Thostenson
Interphase Characterization of Nanomaterials Reinforced Glass Fiber/Epoxy Multiscale Composites
Qi An (Ph.D.M.S.E.G.), Andrew N. Rider, Narelle Brack, Sandeep Tamrakar (Ph.D.C.E.), John W. Gillespie Jr., and Erik T. Thostenson
Carbon Nanotube Integrated Fiber Composites for Structural Health Monitoring and Strengthening of Steel Structures
Sagar M. Doshi, Shafique Ahmed, Thomas S. Schumacher, Jennifer McConnell, and Erik T. Thostenson
Spatial Damage Sensing Using Carbon Nanotube-Based Sensors with Electrical Impedance Tomography
Hongbo Dai (Ph.D. Candidate), Gerard Gallo (M.S.), Thomas Schumacher (Assistant Professor), Erik Thostenson (Associate Professor)
Novel Sensing Behavior of Carbon Nanotube Integrated Multifunctional Composites
Hao Liu (Ph.D.M.E.), Dirk Heider, and Erik T. Thostenson
2014
Spatial Damage Sensing of Fiber-Reinforced Composites with Carbon Nanotubes
Gerard J. Gallo and Erik T. Thostenson
Challenges in Nano-Composite Piezoelectric Composites
Cedric Jacob (Ph.D. Candidate), Erik Thostenson
Carbon Nanotube-Based Sensing Composites For Structural Health Monitoring Of Civil Infrastructure Using Nonwoven Fabrics
Hongbo Dai, Thomas Schumacher, and Erik Thostenson
2013
Understanding the Role of Carbon Nanotubes at the Substrate Silicon Electrode Interface
M. Meck, Dr. Hertz, Dr. Wei
Processing and Characterization of Carbon-Based Nanocomposites for Sensing Applications
S. M. Masters (B.M.E.), Z. R. Melrose (M.M.E.) and E. Thostenson
Design and Evaluation of Structural Composite RF Metamaterials For Use in Radomes and Frequency Selective Surfaces
R. McCauley, P. Pa, S. Yarlagadda, M. Keefe
Glass Fiber/Carbon Nanotube Multiscale Hybrid Composites via Electrophoretic Deposition
Q. An (Ph.D.), A. N. Rider and E. Thostenson
Electrospinning: Nano-Fiber Production and Analysis for Electroactive Composites
D. Wilson, C. Jacob (Ph.D. Candidate), E. Thostenson (Ph.D.)
2012
Electromagnetic Multifunctional Composites High Impedance Surfaces
R. McCauley (B.M.E.), S. Yarlagadda (Ph.D.), M. Mirotznik (Ph.D.), and P. Pa (B.S.)
2010
Multifunctional Composite Materials Via Nanostructured Peptide Templates
N. Sharma (Ph.D.M.S.E.), A. Altunbas (Ph.D.M.S.E.), M. S. Lamm (Ph.D.M.S.E.), C. Yan (Ph.D.M.S.E.), R. Nagarkar (Ph.D.CHEM) J. P. Schneider and D. J. Pochan
2009
Integrated Microcombustor/Thermoelectric Generator
K. Bijjula, J. Federici, E. Wetzel (ARL), D. Vlachos
2008
Heat Recuperation Strategies: Application to Gas-Phase and Catalytic Propane/Air Oxidation
J. Federici, E. Wetzel, B. Geil, and D. Vlachos
A Bandwidth-Enhanced Bow-Tie Antenna Fed by a Coplanar Waveguide
Y. Lin (ECE), D. S. Weile
Peptide Based Nanostructures for Multifunctional Composite Materials
N. Sharma (Ph.D.M.S.E.), A. Altunbas (Ph.D.M.S.E.), M. S. Lamm (Ph.D.M.S.E.), R. Rughani (Ph.D.C.H.E.M.), J. P. Schneider and D. J. Pochan
Performance
Performance research focuses on state-of-the-art testing and evaluation of a wide range of material properties, including static and dynamic thermo-mechanical properties, adhesion at multiple-scales, electromagnetic properties etc, on a wide range of structures from the nanoscale to full-scale prototypes. The work also addresses the development of new test procedures and equipment.
2015
Experimental Characterizations of Quasi-Static Punch Shear and Crush Behaviors of Multi-Axial Warp-Knitted Composites
Zhe Gao, Gaoming Jiang, Bazle Z. (Gama) Haque
2014
Materials, Manufacturing and Testing for the Ankle-Foot Orthosis
S. Sharma, Dr. S. Yarlagadda, Prof. J. W. Gillespie Jr.
2013
Design of a Second Spine: A Secondary Parallel Pathway of Transferring Load from the Shoulders to the Pelvis
J. Park, D. Zanotto, V. Vashista, P. Stegall, X. Jin and S. K. Agrawal
Processing and Characterization of Carbon-Based Nanocomposites for Sensing Applications
R. McCauley, P. Pa, S. Yarlagadda, M. Keefe
Natural Cork Core Sandwich Structures: Noise Mitigation and Energy Absorption
J. Walsh, Dr. H. Ick Kim, Dr. J. Suhr
Assessing Composites Manufacturability and Automated Distribution Media Generation
E. Andres
Molecular Modeling of Kevlar, UHMWPE, Silica-Water-Saline, and CNT Springs
G. R. Swenson, S. C. Chowdhury, and B. Z. (Gama) Haque
Alternative Current Electrophoretic Deposition of Functionalized Carbon Nanotubes
Z. Wang (B.M.E.), Q. An (Ph.D.M.S.E.G.), E. Thostenson
Evidence of Mechanical Mixing During Ultrasonic Consolidation Utilizing Focused Ion Beam Milling and Transmission Electron Microscopy
J. M. Sietins, J. W. Gillespie, Jr., and S. G. Advani
2012
Generation of Short Hypersonic Water Jet for Rain Erosion Testing of Materials
S. Lopatnikov, J.W. Gillespie, Jr.
SPLIT FLYING BAR: Device and Method for Investigation of Mechanical Properties of Fibers Under High-Strain Rate Tensile Load
S.Lopatnikov, J.W. Gillespie Jr.
Investigation of Sound and Vibrational Performance of Sandwich Composite Structures Through Wave Number Analysis
J. Sargianis (M.S.M.E.), H.I. Kim, J. Suhr
Performance of Tailored Joints in Discontinuous Ceramic-Cored Sandwich Structures
J.Stephens (M.C.E.), N.Shevchenko, J.W.Gillespie Jr.
High Velocity Impact of Dyneema of Varying Size and Thickness
J. Rockwell (M.C.E.), Dr. S. Yarlagadda, Dr. J. Gillespie
Design and Optimization of a Composite Exospine Structure for Soldier Rehabilitation and Support
John J. Tierney, John W. Gillespie Jr., B. Stratton (S.C.S.), M. Maher (ARL) Michael Glenn (Emerald Touch)
2011
Effects of Hygrothermal Conditioning /Weaving Parameters on Performance of KM2 Fibers
A. Abu Obaid (PD) and J. W. Gillespie
Rheo-physics of Shear Thickening Fluids for applications in ballistic impact protection technology
A. Kate Gurnon, Jack W. Gillespie and Norman J. Wagner
Structural and Impact Performance of Laminated Composites with Thermoplastic Interlayers
S. Sharma, S. Yarlagadda
Response of Composite Sandwich Hull Structures Under Slamming Impact
Y. Tsuchida (Ph.D.C.E.); and J.W. Gillespie; Jr.
2010
Penetration Mechanics of Soft Laminates and Fabrics
K. Ayotte (B.M.E.), R. Adkinson (ARL), B. (Gama) Haque
Dynamic Rheology of Shear Thickening Fluids for Structural Composite Armor
A. K. Gurnon, E. Wetzel (Ph.D.), J. Gillespie (Ph.D.), N. Wagner (Ph.D.)
Development of Hardware and Control Systems for High Energy Drop Tower (TOP)
Edward C. Kowalski (Intern), John Tierney (Ph.D.), Travis Bogetti (ARL), John W. Gillespie Jr.
On the Continuum of Conformable Robots
S. Lopatnikov, B.(Gama) Haque, J.W.Gillespie, Jr.
Effect of the Cover Sheet at Ballistic Performance of the Composite Structures
S. Lopatnikov, J. W. Gillespie, Jr.
On the Scaling of Structural Response on the Ballistic Impact
S. Lopatnikov, J. W. Gillespie Jr.
Comparison of Modeling Approaches to resin Flow Simulation in Layered Draped Textile Preforms
F. Martinez (Intern), P. Simacek, S. G. Advani
Performance of Bolted Joints in Discontinuous Ceramic Cored Sandwich Structures
K. Weidner (M.C.E.), N. Shevchenko,J. Tierney, and J. W. Gillespie Jr.
2009
Penetration Mechanics of Soft Laminates and Fabrics
K. Ayotte (B.M.E.), R. Adkinson (ARL), B. (Gama) Haque
Processing and Performance of Composites with Film Interlayers
E. Banini (Intern), H. Deffor, S. Yarlagadda, R. Adkinson (ARL), T. Bogetti (ARL)
Repair and Performance of Composites
T. Ebanja (B.M.E.), C. Arvanitelis, and B. (Gama) Haque
Field Mechanical Testing of Composite Materials with Ceramic Composite Hybrid Structure Applications
D. Field (Intern), A. Gawandi
Analytical and Experimental Characterization of Discontinuous Core Sandwich Structure
A. Gawandi, S.Alfredsson, L. Carlsson, T. Bogetti (ARL), and J. W. Gillespie Jr.
Binding Between Ceramics and Composites
M. Incontrera (Intern), A. Abu-Obaid, and S. Yarlagadda
Damage Tolerance and Durability of Thick Section Composites: Development and Characterization of Novel Materials
C. Keenan (Ph.D.M.S.E.G.), J. W. Gillespie Jr. , R. Jensen (ARL), T. Bogetti (ARL), and R. Adkinson (ARL)
Development of Hardware and Control Systems for High Energy Drop Tower (TOP)
E. C. Kowalski (Intern) J. Tierney, T. Bogetti (ARL), J. W. Gillespie, Jr.
Characterization of a Shear Thickening Colloidal Suspension Using Hopkinson Bar Methodology
A. S. Lim (Ph.D.M.S.E.G.), S. L. Lopatnikov and J. W. Gillespie Jr.
Implementing the Split-Hopkinson Pressure Bar Technique for Shear Thickening Fluid Evaluation
A. S. Lim (Ph.D.M.S.E.G.), S. L. Lopatnikov and J. W. Gillespie Jr.
Modeling and Testing of Biomimetic Laminate Materials
T. Mulrooney (B.M.E.), A. Thomas (B.M.E.), L. Cheng, A. Karlsson, J. Glancey
Optimum Material Properties of Composites Sandwich Structures for Energy Absorption
H. Su (Ph.D.C.E.), J. Righman McConnell
Performance of Bolted Joints in Discontinuous Ceramic Cored Sandwich Structures
K. Weidner (M.C.E.), N. Shevchenko, B. (Gama) Haque, J. W. Gillespie, Jr.
Penetration Resistance of Thick-Section Composites: Effects of Fabric Architecture and Matrix Materials
J. Zerhusen (B.M.E.), T. Manzella (M.C.E.), and B. (Gama) Haque
2008
Bond Strength and Durability of Titanium Joints using TP-8 Adhesive Under Different Environmental Conditions
A. Abu Obaid and J. W. Gillespie Jr.
Fabrication and Testing of Large-Scale Joining Elements
H. Deffor, D. Heider and J Gillespie
Developments using a Reconfigurable Tooling System for Composite Replacement Components
H. Deffor and D. Heider
Development of LIMS Graphical User Interface (LIMSUI)
P. Simacek, S. G. Advani and K. Friesen (Intern)
Analytical and Experimental Characterization of Ceramic Composite Hybrid Structure
A. Gawandi, J. W. Gillespie Jr, and T. Bogetti (ARL)
Optimal Composite Panel Characteristics for Blast Senarios
D. Helmstetter and J. Righman McConnell
Fabrication and Testing of Large-Scale Joining Elements
D. Heider and J. Gillespie, H. Deffor, E. Istasses
Evaluating the High Rate Response of a Shear Thickening Fluid Using Split-Hopkinson Pressure Bar Technique
A. S. Lim (Ph.D.M.S.E.G.), S. L. Lopatnikov and J. W. Gillespie Jr.
A Study of Mechanical Properties and Energy Absorption of Powder-Impregnated Continuous Fiber Thermoplastic Matrix Composites
C. Steggall (Ph.D.M.E.), S.G. Advani, S. Yarlagadda
Input Nodes for Normal Incidence-Free Space Communication for Optical Networks Embedded in Composites
M. Teitelbaum, S. Yarlagadda, D.J. O’Brien (ARL), E. Wetzel (ARL), K. Goossen
CDS: Composite Design and Simulation Software: Next Generation Interface for Design and Analysis of Composite Structures
J. J. Tierney, N. Yarlagadda, Travis Bogetti, & J. W. Gillespie Jr.
Design Environment for Aging Aircraft Replacement Parts
J. J. Tierney, D. Heider, S. Advani. J. W. Gillespie Jr.
Development of High Energy Drop Tower Capability at CCM for Blast and Ballistic Impact
J. Tierney, T. Bogetti (ARL), and J.W. Gillespie Jr.
Processing Science
Processing Science focuses on the development of new composite manufacturing processes, understanding processing effects on microstructure-property relationship, models and simulations for virtual manufacturing for quality and affordability.
2017
Interlayer Air Permeability of Thermoplastic Prepreg Stacks during Oven Vacuum Bag (OVB) Processing
Danning Zhang (Ph.D MSEG), Dirk Heider, John W. Gillespie, Jr
Evacuation of Volatiles from Co-cured Sandwich Panels
Pavel Simacek, Ph.D. and Suresh G. Advani, Ph.D.
2016
Mechanism of Void Volatile Removal in Thermoplastic Prepreg during Oven Vacuum Bag (OVB) Processing
Danning Zhang (Ph.D. MSEG), Dirk Heider, John W. Gillespie, Jr
Multiscale Flow Modeling to Predict Tow Impregnation
Michael Yeager, Pavel Simacek, Suresh G. Advani
Robust Process Design for Liquid Composite Molding (LCM)
J. Wang (Ph.D.M.E.), Dr. P. Simacek, and Dr. S. G. Advani
2015
Domain Characterization of UHMWPE Fibers and Exploration of Meso/Nanoscale Deformation Mechanisms
Preston B. McDaniel, Joseph M. Deitzel, John W. Gillespie, Jr.
Void Level in Composites by Thermal Diffusivity
S. Sauerbrunn, and J. Deitzel
A Methodology to Reduce Variability in VARTM with Optimized Distribution Media
Hatice S. Sas (Ph.D.M.E.), Pavel Simacek, Suresh G. Advani
Focuses Integration of Composite Part Design and Processing Simulation in Liquid Composite Molding (LCM)
J. Wang (Ph.D.M.E.), Dr. P. Simacek, and Dr. S. G. Advani
Multiscale Flow Modeling to Predict Tow Filling and Void Transport
Michael Yeager, Pavel Simacek, Suresh G. Advani
Role of Prepreg Interlayer Permeability on Void Reduction During Oven Vacuum Bag Processing of Thick Thermoplastic Composites
Danning Zhang (Ph.D.M.S.E.G.), John W. Gillespie, Jr
2014
Void Morphology and Transport During Partially Impregnated Thermoset Prepreg Processing
J. J. Gangloff Jr. (Ph.D.M.E.) and Prof. S. G. Advani
Multiple Gate Injection Optimization in Liquid Composite Molding
J. Wang (Ph.D.M.E.), Dr. P. Simacek and Prof. S. G. Advani
Parametric Study of Fiber Tow Wetting by Finite Volume of Resin
Michael Yeager and Dr. Suresh G. Advani
Effect of in-plane fiber tow shape and stacking sequence on effective through-thickness thermal conductivity of unidirectional composite laminates
Hang Yu, Dirk Heider and Suresh Advani
Gas Transportation in Void Reduction of Thermoplastic Composites via Oven Vacuum Bag (OVB) Processing
D.Zhang (Ph.D.M.S.E.G.), J.W. Gillespie Jr.
Structural Hierarchy of Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) Fibers Studied By Atomic Force Microscopy
Preston McDaniel, Joseph M. Deitzel, John W. Gillespie, Jr.
2013
Influence of Void Morphology On Their Mobility Through Thermoset Prepregs
C. Daniel (Intern), J. J. Gangloff (Ph.D.M.E.), and Prof. S. G. Advani
Multiple Gate Injection Optimization in Liquid Composite Molding
J. Wang (Ph.D.M.E.), Dr. P. Simacek and Dr. S. G. Advani
An Experimental Technique to Characterize the Thermal Conductivity of Polymer Composites Using Infrared Camera
H. Yu, A. Nonn, D. Heider, S. Advani
Infrared Reduction of Graphine Oxide
K. M. Scrafford, Q. Zhang (Ph.D.M.E.), and B. Wei
Understanding Fracture Toughness Behavior in Compliant Adhesives with Non-Trivial Bondline Thicknesses
M. Wang (MS-MSE), R. Jensen (ARL), J. Gillespie (CCM)
2012
Incorporating Process and Material Variability in Liquid Composite Manufacturing Simulations for Composite Design Optimization
J. Wang (Ph.D.M.E.), E. Andres, P. Simacek, and S.G. Advani
Characterization of a Foam Core Under Slamming Loading on Composite Sandwich
Y. Tsuchida (Ph.D.C.E.), and J.W. Gillespie, Jr.
The Effects of Targeted Applied Vibrations to Promote Void Reduction During Composites Processing
J. J. Gangloff Jr. (Ph.D.M.E.), R. Readdy, Prof. S.G. Advani
2011
Automation and Flow Control Methodologies to Pimprove Repetability in Vacuum In Processes
JH Deffor, D Heider, and J. W. Gillespieustin B. Alms, James L. Glancey, and Suresh G. Advani
Deffor Infusion Experiments of Versalink Polyurea Thermosets Resin System (VPS) using RTM Process/Mechanical Properties
H. Deffor, D Heider and J. W. Gillespie, Jr.
A Coupled Thermal-Mechanical Model of Ultrasonic Consolidation
G. S. Kelly; S. G. Advani; J. W. Gillespie; Jr. and T. A. Bogetti (ARL)
Modeling; Automatic Thermoplastic Tape Placement (ATP) Process
A. Levy; D. Heider; J. Tierney; P. Lefebure (EADS IW)
Interaction Volume Effects of Ultrasonically Consolidated CU/AL Concentration Profiles
J. E. Mueller (Ph.D.M.S.E.G.); J. W. Gillespie; Jr.; S. G. Advani; and T. A. Bogetti(ARL)
Effect of Fiber Orientation on the Thorough Thickness Permeability of Unidirectional Fabrics
H. S. Sas (Ph.D.M.E.), E. B. Wurtzel, Dr. P. Simacek, Prof. S. G. Advani
Model-Based Characterization of Thermal Conductivity of Composites
H. Yu (Ph.D.M.E.), M. Noll (Intern), D. Heider and S. G. Advani
2010
Flow Manipulation and Control for Vacuum Infusion
J. B. Alms (Ph.D.M.S.E.), J. L. Glancey, and S. G. Advani
Numerical Simulations of Stokes-Brinkman Equasions for Permeability Prediction of Dual-Scale Fibrous Porous Media
W. R. Hwang andS. G. Advani
Role of Friction in the Thermal Development of Ultrasonically Consolidated Continuous Fiber Reinforced Metal Matrix Composite Tape
S. Koellhoffer (M.S.M.E.), S. G. Advani, J. W. Gillespie, T. A. Bogetti (ARL)
Diffusion as a Bonding Mechanism During Ultrasonic Consolidation of Metal Foils
J. E. Mueller (Ph.D.M.S.E), J.W. Gillespie Jr., S. G. Advani, T. A. Bogetti (ARL)
3D Permeability Characterization of Fibrous Media
K. Okonkwo (M.S.M.E.), Dr. P. Simacek, Prof. S.G. Advani
New Bagging Concepts for Vacuum Consolidated Cure
D. Heider, C. Schoenborn, J. W. Gillespie, Jr.
Design and Fabrication of VARTM Fabricated Skin Panels with Integrated Hollow Stiffeners
Pit Schulze, John Tierney, Dirk Heider, and J.W. Gillespie, Jr.
Numerical Predictions of the Permeability of Complex Fabric Architectures
J. Walther (M.S.M.E.), S.G. Advani, S. Andersen, S. Yarlagadda
2009
Development of a Computer Controlled Flow Injection System for Vacuum Infusion Processes
J. B. Alms (Ph.D.M.S.E.), J. L. Glancey, and S. G. Advani
Infusion Design of Preforms with Semi-Permeable Barrier Layers
H. Deffor, D. Heider, S. Andersen and J. W. Gillespie Jr.
Membrane Based VARTM Aerospace Applications
“C” J. Hughes, J. W. Gillespie Jr., D. Heider, S. Amouroux
Role of Friction in Ultrasonic Consolidation During Processing of Metal Matrix Composites
S. Koellhoffer (M.S.M.E.), S. Advani, J. W. Gillespie, T. A. Bogetti (ARL)
Accelerated Adhesion Processes for Glass Fiber Epoxy Composite Materials
M. Kubota (Intern), S. Yarlagadda (Ph.D), M. Kubota (Kubota Research Associates Inc.), J. Long (Kubota Research Associates Inc.)
Modeling and Simulation of Compression Resin Transfer Molding (CRTM) process
J. Merotte (M.S.M.E.), Prof. S.G. Advani, Dr. P. Simacek
Cost Modeling for Composite Production
J.Molligan (Intern),S. Yarlagadda, J.Walther(Intern)
Ceramic Tile Array Excapsulation with Thermoplastic
N. Morrisey (Intern), S. Andersen, J. McLaughlin
Bonding Mechanisms and Characterization of Metal Matrix Composites Using Ultrasonic Consolidation
J. E. Mueller (Ph.D.M.S.E.), J.W. Gillespie Jr., S. G. Advani, T. A. Bogetti (ARL)
Handheld Ultrasonic Ply Cutter
B. Picariello, S. Andersen, D. Molligan
Liquid Injection Molding Simulation (LIMS): Simulation of Liquid Composite Molding
P. Simacek and S. G. Advani
Predicting the Resin Redistribution after Injection is Discontinued in Vacuum Infusion Liquid Molding Processes
P. Simacek, S.G. Advani
Numerical Prediction for Permeability of Woven Fabrics
G. Specht (Intern), S. Advani, P. Simacek
Vacuum Debulking of 3D Fabrics
S. Andersen, M. Scott, and J. Walther (Intern)
Porometer Design for Stretched Membrane/Fabric Materials
S. Washburn (Intern), J. Hughes, D. Heider
2008
Flow Control Methodologies for Vacuum Infusion Molding Processes
J. Alms (Ph.D.M.E. Candidate), J. Glancey (Ph.D.), S. Advani (Ph.D.)
Role of Processing Methodology on Reinforcement Of Multiwalled Carbon Nanotubes In Epoxy/Glass Fiber Hybrid Composites
V. C.S.Chandrasekaran(Ph.D.M.E.), M. H. Santare and S. G. Advani
Thermal Degradation of Carbon Fiber/Cyanate Ester Resin Composites Fillled with Clay Silicate Nanoparticles
S. Doherty, A Shah (Triton Systems), and J. Deitzel
Energy Absorbing Radomes for Ground Vehicles
S. Yarlagadda, J. Etherington, M. Kubota (B.S.Ch.E)
The Effects of In-Tool Resin Delivery Ports on Process Control and Molded Part Quality for Vacuum-Based Composite Manufacturing
M. Fuqua (North Dakota St. Univ.) and J. Glancey
Membrane Based VARTM Vacuum Assisted Process (VAP)
“C” J. Hughes, J. W. Gillespie Jr., Dr. D. Heider, S. Amouroux
Processing of Sub-Micron Polymer Fibers
J. Knopf (B.Ch.E.), J. Deitzel
Metal Matrix Composite Processing Using In Situ Ultrasonic Consolidation
S. Koellhoffer (M.S.M.E.), Dr. S. Advani, Dr. J. W. Gillespie, T. A. Bogetti
Modeling and Validation of Compression RTM Process using P4 Fabric
J. Merotte (M.S.M.E.), S.G. Advani, P. Simacek
Modeling and Simulation of an External Vacuum Chamber for Resin Flow-Front Control and Macro-Void Remediation
J.Nasr (The Boeing Co.), M. Fuqua (North Dakota St. Univ.), S. Kasprzak (Georgia Tech) and J. Glancey
Simulation of Dual-Phase Flow in Porous Media Using the Lattice Boltzmann Method
V. Neacsu, (Ph.D.M.E.), and S. G. Advani
Manufacturing of an Electronic Enclosure
D. Heider (Ph.D), and O. Polczyk (Intern)
Manufacturing Process for Doubly Curved Thick Composite Radomes
D. Roseman, S. Yarlagadda
Modelling of Fiber Reinforced Metal Matrix Composite Processing by Ultrasonic Consolidation
O. S. Sahin (PD), S. Advani, J. W. Gillespie, and T. Bogetti (ARL)
Elevated-Temperature VARTM
P. Schulze, T. Seyhan (Intern), C. Baudron (Intern) and D. Heider
VARTM Fabricated Skin Panels with Integrated Hollow Stiffeners
D. Heider, P. Schulze, T. Reitz (intern), M. Finger (intern), J. Tierney, and J.W. Gillespie, Jr.
Design and Characterization of Thermally High Conductive Composites
J. Schuster (University of Applied Sciences Kaiserslautern), D. Heider and K. Sharp (3TEX)
Sensing and Control
Sensing and Control is aimed at developing sensors and devices to monitor composites from manufacturing until the end of service life; also comprises development and validation of process control schemes using simulations and manufacturing workcells.
2013
Self Sensing Composites for Structural Health Monitoring
G. Pandey, E. Thostenson, D. Heider
2012
SPLIT FLYING BAR: Device and Method for Investigation of Mechanical Properties of Fibers Under High-Strain Rate Tensile Load
S.Lopatnikov, J.W. Gillespie Jr.
Nanotube-Reinforced Adhesives for In situ Damage Sensing Applications
Zachary R. Melrose (Ph.D.M.E.), Amanda S. Wu and Erik T. Thostenson
Carbon Nanotube Fiber Electromechanical Characterization
Amanda S. Wu and Tsu-Wei Chou
2011
Enhancing the Through Thickness Thermal Conductivity of Composites
Christopher Lenz; Hang Yu; S. G. Advani; and Dirk Heider
Structural Health Monitoring Using Carbon Nanotube Networks and Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR)
G. Pandey(M.S.M.E.), E. T. Thostenson, D. Heider
Non-Contact Interrogation of Embedded Fiber Optic Strain Sensor
L. Qiu; K. W. Goossen; D. Heider; D. J. O’Brien and E. D. Wetzel
Resistance-Based Sensing in Carbon Nanotube Composites Under Dynamic Loads
A. S. Wu, Q. An (Ph.D.M.S.E.G.), T-W. Chou and E. T. Thostenson
2010
Multi-Point Time Domain Reflectometry Measurement for Cure Monitoring
H. G. Kim (PD) and D. Heider
Free Space Optical Coupling to Fiber Bragg Grating Sensors Embedded in Composite Materials
L. Qiu (Ph.D.E.C.E.), K. W. Goossen, D. Heider, E. D. Wetzel (ARL) and D. J. O’Brien (ARL)
2009
Carbon-Nanotube-Based Damage Sensing for Composite Materials
L. Gao (Intern), E. T. Thostenson and T.-W. Chou
Normal Free Space Coupling to Embedded Fiber Bragg Grating Sensor
L. Qiu (Ph.D.E.C.E.), E. D. Wetzel (ARL), D.J. O’Brien (ARL), M. E. Teitelbaum (PD), D. Heider and K.W. Goossen
2008
Processing and Mechanical/Electrical Characterization of Carbon Nanotube-Based Composites for Multifunctional Applications
J. J. Gangloff Jr., L. Gao, P. C. Yao-Koffi, T. Mintel, E. T. Thostenson
Effects of Sensor Geometry in Time-Domain Reflectometry Method for Automated Measurement of Crack Propogation in Composites
S. Yarlagadda, A. Abu Obaid, S. Sharma (Intern)
Vibration Testing of Composite Structures
N. Shevchenko, D. Heider, J.W. Gillespie, S. Andersen
Vibration-Based Structural Damage Detection for Composite Structures
J. Zhang, S. Huber, D. Hider, J. W. Gillespie, and T. Bogetti (ARL)
