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Anthony Waas is a Felix Pawlowski Collegiate Professor in Mechanical Engineering and a joint faculty member in Aerospace Engineering at the University of Michigan's College of Engineering. His research focuses on composite materials, structural mechanics, and failure analysis, with a strong emphasis on computational modeling and experimental validation. He leads studies on fatigue damage, impact mechanics, and advanced material systems like metamaterials and additive manufacturing.
Research interests include:
- Composite materials under static and dynamic loading
- Structural failure analysis and predictive modeling
- Computational tools for progressive damage simulation
- Applications in aerospace and biomedical engineering
Recent work explores advancements in fatigue life prediction, delamination modeling, and high-precision antenna structures. His experimental methods integrate digital image correlation and multiscale testing to validate computational models.
Grants and collaborations involve AFRL/NGC programs on fail-safe composite structures and NASA initiatives on space deployable systems. His lab develops novel solutions for stress concentration mitigation and lightweight aerospace components.
