Jay Oswald

Effect of Impurities on Shock-Induced Phase Transformations in Silica Glasses

Discovering how glass can form new structures during ballistic impact will protect the lives of warfighters with molecular dynamics.

Program: MORE

The Effectiveness of Hands-On Demonstrations on Understanding Statics Principles

Using 3D models and presentations will lead to a higher comprehension level of fundamental concepts for engineers.

Program: FURI

A Novel Use of GAN’s to Efficiently Simulate Fracture in Polymer Composites

Developing machine learning solutions for materials science will allow the faster production of better materials in all applications.

Program: FURI

The Role of Pressure During Quenching on Shock-Induced Phase Transformations in Silica Glass

Investigating the shock-compression behavior of silica glass will improve the development of plate glass in armor applications.

Program: FURI

A Novel Use of GAN’s to Efficiently Simulate Fracture in Polymer Composites

Developing machine learning solutions for materials science will allow the faster production of better materials used everywhere.

Program: FURI

Molecular Dynamic Simulations on Shocked Silica Glass

Discovering the optimal cooling rate for silica glass to absorb energy under high-pressure shock will protect the warfighters of tomorrow.

Program: FURI

Analysis of PMMA Plastic Zone Size

Understanding a material's ability to deform plastically is fundamental in creating secure structures.

Program: FURI

Analysis of Fracture Speed Under Changing Temperatures

Studying the fracture speed in a glassy polymer as a function of electric resistance and temperature can improve a variety of products.

Program: FURI

Fracture Propagation in Glassy Polymers Due to Temperature Differentials

Mapping the behavior of glassy material fractures allows us to build materials and mechanisms over time that are sustainable, safe and efficient.

Program: FURI

Analyzing the Effect of Contact Resistance on the Temperature Field Evolution During Resistance Spot Welding

Investigating the temperature field evolution during resistance spot welding can improve the durability of electric car batteries.

Program: MORE

Behavior of Acrylic Plastic at Glass Transition Temperature: Thermal Gradient, Crack Speed

Examining properties like temperature resistance, strength and toughness in plastics will increase the potential for developing stronger materials.

Program: FURI

Structural Optimization of CubeSat Housing for Pulsed Plasma Thruster (PPT) Modules

Studying the effect of materials and design on alignment of small satellite thrusters will help improve mission success and accessibility.

Program: FURI

Thermal Conductivity of Crystalline Polypyrrole

Program: FURI

How Surface Roughness Affects Interfacial Strength of Steel and Ice

Program: FURI

Effect of Flow Rate on Interfacial Fracture between Ice and Steel

Program: FURI