Blog posts
3D crack growth with remeshing using Z-set/Zebulon
Recent advance in adaptive remeshing techniques now gives the possibility to efficiently simulate complex 3D crack growth using conform meshing of the discontinuity. An exemple of such kind of mixed mode simulation with adpative remeshing can be seen on YouTube:
Session on "Multi-scale Modeling of Graphene- and Carbon Nanotube-Reinforced Composites"
I will organize a session on "Multi-scale Modeling of Graphene- and Carbon Nanotube-reinforced Composites" in International Conference on Mechanics of Nano, Micro and Macro Composite Structures (http://paginas.fe.up.pt/~icnmmcs/welcome.html) together with Prof. Silvest. You are invited to submit a paper.
Determining Graphene Adhesion via Substrate-regulated Morphology of Graphene
Understanding the adhesion between graphene and other materials is crucial for achieving more reliable graphene-based applications in electronic devices and nanocomposites. The ultra-thin profile of graphene, however, poses significant challenge to direct measurement of its adhesion property using conventional approaches. We show that there is a strong correlation between the morphology of graphene on a compliant substrate with patterned surface and the graphene-substrate adhesion.
Multiple Faculty Positions in Mechanical Science and Engineering at UIUC
The Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign is seeking candidates for multiple faculty positions. We especially seek candidates at the junior level whose primary interests are experimental in nature. The research areas of interest include energy systems, manufacturing and materials processing, experimental solid mechanics, and bio/MEMS fabrication and design. One of the open positions may be at the senior level, as part of a strategic excellence hiring program that focuses on energy and sustainability.
