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Andrew J. Gross is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering at the Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing, University of South Carolina. His research focuses on advancing material science through experimental and computational approaches to mechanical behavior.
His academic credentials include:
- Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, The University of Texas at Austin, August 2015
- B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Iowa State University, May 2010
Dr. Gross's research program spans three interconnected domains: Architected Materials involving nanoscale design and fabrication of materials with extraordinary properties; Model Calibration integrating full-field experimental data with simulations to refine material models; and Material Characterization using in situ microscopy to observe deformation mechanisms in metals and nanostructures. His work bridges fundamental mechanics with practical engineering applications.
Analysis of his 2014-2019 publications reveals consistent focus on metal failure prediction (aluminum/titanium alloys), architected material mechanics, and calibration methodologies. Key trends include advancing in situ experimental techniques, developing strain-based failure criteria, and exploring topological effects in lattice structures across aerospace and robotics applications.
Dr. Gross directs the Gross Materials Laboratory established in August 2019 at USC, employing analytical, numerical, and experimental methods. He actively recruits graduate students for research on architected materials, with positions available for August 2020 start dates.
