Research in the Lab is focused on sensing in unique structures and systems.  This endeavor requires the design and modification of new and existing sensing systems.  Applications range from water treatment to aerospace structures.  The lab specializes in using piezoelectric actuators and sensors, especially in ultrasonic applications, although other sensing systems have been developed.  A significant challenge in this work is interpreting the sensor signals acquired.

Current projects include:

• Customized Inkjet Printing of Graphene-Based Real-time Water Sensors
• Static, Robust, Low-cost Flow Metering Technologies
• Properties of Nickel Titanium Shape Memory Alloys
• Baseline Free Impact Location
• SHM^2 (Structural Health Monitoring of Self Healing Materials)
• Baseline Free Impact Location
• Mechanics of Self Healing Structures
• Piezoelectric Transducer Design

Past and On-hold projects include:

• Wetting and Hydrophobicity of Aluminum Alloys
• Performance Monitoring of Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration Systems