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Colin Engebretsen serves as an Assistant Professor at the Air Force Institute of Technology, specializing in aerospace engineering with a focus on advanced manufacturing techniques for aircraft structural integrity.
His academic background includes:
- PhD in Aeronautical Engineering, Air Force Institute of Technology (2020)
- MS in Aeronautical Engineering, Air Force Institute of Technology (2013)
- BS in Mechanical Engineering, University of North Dakota (2008)
His research centers on laser shock peening applications, utilizing finite element modeling and optimization to analyze residual stresses and improve fatigue life in aerospace components. Additional interests include engineering education methodologies, particularly computer-assisted learning in statics instruction.
Analysis of his publications (2013-2022) reveals consistent advancement in computational modeling of laser shock processes, progressing from fundamental stress characterization to aircraft life-extension applications. Key thematic developments include strain-rate dependency studies, model-data correlation techniques, and validation through empirical measurements across multiple conference venues.
