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.
