Thrust Area #3 is developing advanced computational methods for simulating the behavior of high performance structures and materials, and incorporating the new methods in the early design stages of innovative vehicle concepts. For ARC Phase III, three emerging research themes have been identified:

First, the vibration and acoustics modeling techniques currently being developed in Thrust Area #3 will be enhanced for simulating and assessing the performance of complex structures and for identifying the impact of advanced materials on the structural response, including considerations such as resistance to shock and blast loads.

Second, topology optimization will be used to perform layout design for next-generation structures, as well as microstructure design to obtain engineered materials with unique and innovative properties.

Third, the effect of structural, material, and parameter uncertainties on the response and performance of vehicles will be investigated, and probabilistic methods will be developed for vibration analysis, design sensitivity analysis, and optimization.

These research efforts will provide new simulation, modeling, and design tools for a wide range of vehicle operating conditions and applications.

Thrust Area Leader : Prof. Kyung K. Choi

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