Simona LACHE

Simona LACHE is a Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Technical University of Brasov. Her research focuses on structural dynamics and lightweight structures, particularly in the design and analysis of advanced sandwich structures and cellular cores. She has authored numerous publications exploring topics such as energy absorption in polymers, mechanical behavior of novel core geometries, and computational modeling of mechanical systems.

Her work emphasizes applications in materials science, structural engineering, and mechanical design, with contributions to fields like composite armor, vibration control, and finite element analysis. Key areas of interest include hierarchical sandwich structures, pyramidal cellular cores, and dynamic performance under impact or quasi-static loading conditions.

Notable publications include studies on rubber-composite combat helmets, bending performance of pyramidal-core beams, and the auxetic behavior of expanded cellular structures. Her research bridges theoretical simulations and experimental validation, addressing both academic and industrial challenges in lightweight materials and structural innovation.