We are a hands-on mechanical engineering research lab focused on building, modeling, and testing mechanical systems, with an emphasis on applied problems in structures and materials.
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SMASH Gun
A tool for testing mechanical shocks and impacts
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Resonant Plate Substructuring
How can we predict the shock response of aerospace components without running full physical tests each time?
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Shape Memory Alloy / Focused Ultrasound
Can we use ultrasound to control the shape of deep-tissue stents?
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Continuous Cable Tensegrity
How does replacing multiple strings with a single string affect the control of tensegrity structures?
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Singing Strings Tensegrity
Can we measure string tensions from sound?