Mechanical Engineering - Engineering Mechanics Research

Research

Research Features

From XBox to T-Cells: Video Games and Human Biology Article in Michigan Tech Research 2009

Allen's Work with Two-Phase Flow Garners NSF CAREER Award Article in Michigan Tech Research 2009

Micro-thrusters
Propelling cell phone-sized
satellites through space

Article from College of Engineering Research Report 2008

A Small World in a Universe
Article in Michigan Tech Research 2009

The Final Frontier
SPACE SYSTEMS RESEARCH GROUP
Dr. Abdelkhalik’s research interests are in astrodynamics. He has conducted research in optimal orbit design for remote sensing missions, spacecraft formation flying control, optimal orbit transfer using genetic algorithms, and space surveillance.
Find out more in "The Final Frontier" SPACE SYSTEMS RESEARCH GROUP PDF Article

The Mechanics of Multiscale Materials (MMM) research group uncovers the relationships of structures across the full range of engineering scales, from the molecular to the macro.

Mechanics of Multiscale Materials PDF Article

Nanotechnology at Michigan Tech
In 1997, Dr. Craig Friedrich left Louisiana for Michigan Tech, and has since played a key role in coordinating the university's involvement in micro and nanotechnology.
Nanotechnology at Michigan Tech (PDF)

Read about Dr. Jeffrey Allen's CAREER Award and the Michigan Tech Research Magazine "Fuel Cells In Your Future"

Fueling the Future
ADVANCED POWER SYSTEMS RESEARCH GROUP (from MEEM Annual Report)
Dr. Naber’s research interests are in internal combustion engines, after-treatment, and the development and application of advanced experimental techniques, signal processing technologies, theoretical models, and embedded control to characterize the thermo-physical processes. Current areas of research include biofuels, including ethanol, with production from sources including forest products and application in advanced combustion engines.