Group
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Dr. Edward Sabolsky
Professor
Mechanical and Aerospace EngineeringMaterials Science and Engineering Degree Program
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Dr. Tugrul Yumak
Ceramic and carbon-based materials. Energy-related applications.
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Dr. Oguzhan Bilac
Bilac's research focuses on developing LTCC materials, dielectric materials, radome materials, solid oxide fuel cells, and near-field passive wireless sensors.
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Javier Mena
The study and development of novel lanthanum chromite based compositions. It has started from the study of strontium doped lanthanum chromite, which will be modified by co-doping with different atoms at various doping levels (species not reported in the literature). The obtaining of the materials will be generated by different synthesis approaches to compare physical properties, yields, and homogeneity. Compositions will be used in high-temperature sensor manufacture. All electroceramic materials obtained will be characterized, and their properties such as electrical conductivity, coefficient of thermal expansion, seebeck coefficient, among others, will be studied to determine their performance and possible use in real-life applications.
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Kevin Tennant
Advanced Manufacturing of Carbon Fiber Composites Carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites are revolutionizing industries with their exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, thermal stability, and design flexibility. These advanced materials are critical for applications such as aerospace structures, automotive components, and renewable energy systems, where performance and efficiency are paramount. Our research focuses on advancing additive manufacturing techniques for CFRPs to unlock their full potential by exploring the integration of continuous carbon fibers with high-performance thermoplastic matrices like PEKK. Currently, cutting-edge 3D printing methods are being employed to fabricate tensile specimens and complex geometries that demonstrate superior strength and reliability. The ultimate goal is to develop scalable, high-precision manufacturing processes that expand the application of CFRPs in demanding environments while driving innovation in lightweight, sustainable design.
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Brian Jordan
Design of passive and chip-less RFID sensors for high temperature corrosion detection.
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Saad Waseem
Nano-Catalyst Enhanced Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Anodes for Increased Stability within Hydrocarbon Containing Fuels Investigating methods to increase the performance and stability of solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs) with Ni-based anodes operating on hydrocarbon reformate fuels. A liquid solution infiltration (impregnation) method is being developed and optimized which will permit the uniform deposition of both single- and multi-phase nano-catalysts throughout the porous anode. The impregnated SOFCs are evaluated using current-voltage-power (I-V-P) measurements and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy while operating under varying reformate fuel compositions. Post-mortem microstructure and chemistry characterizations are used in analysis.
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Emrah Demrikal
Fabrication and characterization of soft-robotics actuators, or pneuhinges, utilizing 3D printing and embedded conductive inks
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Paul Kalungi
SOFC performance degradation under both steady and dynamic operating conditions, for three key operation parameters: temperature, current density, and fuel utilization.
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Mohan Thorat
Processing and sintering of ceramic materials using microwave technology, with a focus on applications in Solid Oxide Electrolysis Cells (SOEC) and Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFC).
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Cole Klemstine
Deposition of nano-oxides into solid-oxide fuel cells for the purpose of preventing chromium poisoning and improving overall stability and efficiency
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Shavinka Jayasekera
High-temperature reactions of electronics waste streams for recycling.
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Davis Warmuth
Manufacturing of high temperature Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) via aerosol deposition/layer by layer deposition, synthesis of ceramic oxides, material characterization via SEM, analysis of SOFCs via EIS testing. Additional focus researching impact of process parameters on defects in co-sintered ceramic layers via spectroscopy
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Andrew Gautier
Programming for sensor and battery/fuel cell testing; applications and design of data acquisition software
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Mason Cavalier
Development and testing of high temperature sensors, general prototyping, and development of new ceramic sintering techniques
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Jordyn Herter
Development of semipermeable plates out of 3D-printed silicon carbide for the manufacturing of fuel cells. Fabrication and testing of high-temperature thermocouples. Design, print, and analyze 3D-printed zirconia and work in sample preparation.
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John Saldanha
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Ethan Nees
Development of techniques for ultrafast and microwave sintering of ceramics