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Dr. Dong Qian is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Texas at Dallas (UTD), serving as Associate Department Head for Graduate Programs. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Northwestern University (2002), with prior academic roles at the University of Cincinnati (2002–2012) and UTD since 2012. His research focuses on computational mechanics, multiscale methods, nanomechanics, and surface engineering. Key contributions include work on fatigue life prediction, laser shock peening, and biomimetic materials.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Northwestern University, 2002
- M.S. in Civil Engineering, University of Missouri-Columbia, 1998
- B.S. in Bridge Engineering, Tongji University, China, 1994
Research Interests:
- Nonlinear finite element and meshfree methods
- Multiscale/multiphysics modeling of nanomaterials and bio-inspired systems
- Fatigue analysis and surface engineering
- Machine learning applications in computational mechanics
Recent Research Trends: Dr. Qian's publications emphasize advanced manufacturing processes (e.g., laser shock peening, additive manufacturing), energy-efficient materials, and bio-inspired composites. His work bridges computational models with experimental validation, addressing challenges in thermal stress, fatigue, and material failure mechanisms.
Awards:
- University of Cincinnati Distinguished Researcher Award (2012)
- ICACM Young Investigator Award (2011)
- Multiple ASEE Air Force Fellowships
Grants & Service: Active in editorial roles for journals like Computational Mechanics. Served on NSF review panels and organized international conferences on computational mechanics. Supervises a vibrant research group with over 30 alumni in academia and industry.
Labs & Teams: Leads research on advanced materials and manufacturing at UTD, collaborating with industry partners like Caterpillar and Siemens. Current projects include elastocaloric heat pumps and nanocrystalline surface modification.
