This area involves study and research in theoretical, computational, and experimental structural dynamics. Included are aeroelasticity, linear and nonlinear structural system identification, structural acoustics, and computational techniques for very-large-scale vibration analysis. Computational facilities include numerous computer servers and workstations, and experimental facilities include actuators and sensors and several data-acquisition systems for structural system identification and control. Wind tunnel facilities are available for testing aeroelastic models.

Faculty:

Jeffrey Bennighof:

• Computation in Structural Dynamics
• Noise and Vibration Analysis of Vehicles
• Minimum Time Control of Structures

Jayant Sirohi

• High Power Density Solid State Actuators
• Multifunctional Structures
• Multi-mission Capable Micro/Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
• Rotorcraft Design