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Engineering Physics Division of Materials Sciences and Engineering |
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Engineering
Physics advances scientific understanding underlying dynamic interactions
of multicomponent systems. Areas
of emphasis include microscopic and nanoscale science of the interactions
of fluid, organic or biological materials with each other and with solid
systems and developing the means to advance the characterization of the
same. Questions of ongoing
interest include, predicting behavior of multi-component fluids with and
without heat transfer, predicting the behavior of the solid-liquid
interface, understanding the interactions of phonons with secondary phases
or micro and nanoscale defects in solids, and non-linear behavior of
engineering systems. The program provides linkage between the materials and chemical sciences with engineering application. Engineering Physics has a unique role to play in the National Nanotechnology Initiative to further understanding of dynamic behavior of multiphase and biologically inspired materials, high surface area materials, consolidated nano-particulate material, nano-devices and molecular machines. This activity has and maintains a leadership role in the fundamental understanding of multiphase phase fluid flow and heat transfer and in the fundamental behavior of granular materials. For more information about this core research activity, please contact Dr. Timothy Fitzsimmons. Click here for information on other core research activities supported by BES.
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