The Materials Engineering Department applies advanced materials and analysis
technologies to solve problems for clients, and develops new and better
materials to enhance the performance of client products. The Department is
composed of approximately 75 people, including about 45 scientists and engineers.
The
Mechanical and Materials Sectiondevelops and
applies experimental and computational (deterministic and probabilistic)
techniques to evaluate and predict the life, performance, and risk of
failure of structures, mechanical components, and engineered systems. Key
strengths include
materials integrity and mechanical characterization, probabilistic
mechanics and uncertainty modeling, and biomechanics.
The
Surface
Engineering and Materials Chemistry Sectionfocuses on
solving client materials problems through bulk and surface modification,
process enhancement, and new material development, coupled with specialized
testing, characterization, and design of materials.
The
Materials Performance
and Characterization Sectionperforms corrosion
research and development with strengths in corrosion assessment, corrosion
monitoring and sensing, and life prediction modeling. The Section also
performs advanced materials characterization and failure analysis for
compressor and engine components, aircraft structures, heat exchangers,
pressure vessels, piping, and medical devices.
