My research interests include mechanics and durability of functional and structural composite materials, in particular, composite materials in polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells, solid oxide fuel cells, structural composites, and coatings
Biographical Profile
College
College of Engineering & Comp.
Department
Mechanical Engineering
Tenure Status
Tenured
Interest Background
Do you include students in your research?
None
Institutional Focus Areas
Science and Engineering (Other)
Personal Focus Areas
Mechanics and Durability of Functional and Structural Composite Materials
Professional Preparation(Education & Training)
Dates
Institution
Location
Degree
Field of Study
2001
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, Virginia
PhD
Engineeering Mechanics
1993
Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics
Beijing, P.R. China
B.S.
Aircraft Design
Positions & Appointments
Dates
Description
Institution/Entity
08/2002 - 12/2008
Assistant Research Professor, Fuel Cell Durability and Reliability, Connecticut Global Fuel Cell Center, University of Connecticut
01/2008 - 12/2009
Assistant Professor, Tenure Track, Mechanical Systems and Fuel Cells, Department of Mechanical Materials and Aerospace Engineering and Florida Solar Energy Center, University of Central Florida
01/2010
Assistant Professor, Tenure Track, Solid Mechanics and Fuel Cells, Department of Mechanical Engineering and Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Program, University of South Carolina
Recognition Awards, Honors, & Fellowships
Dates
Type
Description
Foundation/Entity
2012
Award
Outstanding Undergraduate Research Mentor Award
University of South Carolina
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