Zhangxian Deng

Dr. Zhangxian Deng is an Assistant Professor at Boise State University's Department of Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Ohio State University and a B.E. in Mechatronics Engineering from Zhejiang University. His research focuses on smart materials, structural health monitoring, vibration control, and energy harvesting, with applications in aerospace, nuclear, and biomedical systems.

• Education:
  • Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Ohio State University
  • B.E., Mechatronics Engineering, Zhejiang University

Dr. Deng's work integrates multiphysics modeling and additive manufacturing to develop advanced sensors and actuators. Key areas include:

• Magnetostrictive and piezoelectric materials for vibration control
• Triboelectric nanogenerators for energy harvesting
• Flexible electronics for structural health monitoring
• 3D printing of multifunctional sensors
• Wireless sensing systems for harsh environments
• Nanosynthesis of magnetic alloys via ball milling

Recent publications highlight his efforts in printing MXene-based nanogenerators, modeling surface acoustic wave thermometers, and developing nuclear reactor monitoring systems. His research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to clean energy and resilient infrastructure.

Dr. Deng collaborates with NASA Glenn Research Center and the NSF I/UCRC Smart Vehicle Concepts Center, focusing on:

• High-temperature microelectronics
• Graphene patterning
• Adaptive magnetoelastic metamaterials
• Coaxial magnetic gears
• Ultrasonic waveguides
• Biomimetic tactile arrays

Projects include NEUP-funded nuclear reactor monitoring transducers and NSF MRI grants for optical measurement workstations.