Composites

Two post-doctoral positions are available in the lab of Sachin Velankar in the Dept. of Chemical Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh to conduct experimental research on the biomechanics of surface texturing in cephalopods (octopus or cuttlefish), and to devise reversibly-morphing surfaces.  These animals are famous for their camouflage abilities.  Like many other animals, cephalopods can change their color, but in addition, they can also change the texture of their skin by expressing protuberances or wrinkles.

Eurotel Victoria, Les Diablerets, Switzerland 11-15 September 2011

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The word "failure" can mean different things to different people.  Over the past couple of years, my interactions with various groups from industry has shown me that for some people failure means catastropic fracture/buckling while for others it can mean highly localized plastic yielding.  Even for relatively simple sandwich composite structures, there is no clearly agreed upon definition of the word.

Submissions for Poster Presentation

The deadline for Poster submissions is fast approaching. To submit your 250 word abstract, go to the online submission system.

The conference provides an efficient platform for experts on composites analysis. We are very pleased that the 2011 Public Forum of the EU Project MAAXIMUS (More Affordable Aircraft through eXtended, Integrated and Mature nUmerical Sizing, www.maaximus.eu) will be part of our ECCOMAS Thematic Conference.