Research Professor, Mechanical Engineering
Individual WebsiteAddress
3001F EECS
1301 Beal, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Phone: (734) 936-0378
Research Interests
The research focuses on lightweight materials, with emphasis on developing micro- and nanocellulose composites, natural fiber composites and associated manufacturing processes for automotive and aerospace applications, multi-scale modeling of materials and simulation of forming processes, manufacturing of personalized dental ligaplants.
Faculty Type
Research
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