Advanced Manufacturing for Sustainable Solutions in the 21st Century

The overarching research vision of our group is dedicated to the advanced manufacturing, and characterizations that redefine how we conceive, create, and optimize lightweight structures, and multi-materials while advancing the field of energy materials. We envision a future where manufacturing processes are not only highly efficient but also sustainable, producing structures and devices that are efficient, lightweight, and durable. The goal of my ongoing research is to lead research initiatives that bridge the gap between academia and industry, translating innovative ideas into real-world applications. Through cross-disciplinary collaboration, cutting-edge research, and impactful teaching, we aim to inspire the next generation of engineers and designers to think beyond current boundaries and shape a more sustainable future. To accomplish this goal, our research vision leverages:

1. Design and optimization

2. Advanced manufacturing:  additive manufacturing (metal: LPBF, DED), DLP, FFF 

3. Characterization techniques, and 

4. Scale-up components for real-world applications