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Faculty Advisor and Principal Investigator:
\nProfessor Lonny Thompson<\/span><\/h3>\n

Students graduating from our group have the following attributes1<\/sup>:<\/p>\n

    \n
  1. World-class knowledge in finite element methods and analysis.<\/li>\n
  2. Ability to develop world-class knowledge in computational mechanics and engineering.<\/li>\n
  3. Curiosity and understanding how specialized knowledge aligns with the larger context of understanding.<\/li>\n
  4. Leadership, as reflected in breadth of knowledge and ability to articulate ideas, confidence, poise, and focus.<\/li>\n
  5. Ability to define and solve problems.<\/li>\n
  6. A thinker, a strategist.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    1<\/sup>Adapted from Akay, Adnan. 2008. A renaissance in engineering PhD education. European Journal of Engineering Education.<\/em> 33(4):403-413.<\/p>\n

    Student Awards<\/span><\/h4>\n
      \n
    1. Graham Yennie, Astronaut Scholarship Foundation (2012).<\/li>\n
    2. W. Rutherford, Awarded Best Student Paper, \u00a028th Tire Society Conference (2009).<\/li>\n
    3. P. Kunthong, Finalist, 16th Annual Robert J. Melosh Medal Competition for the best student paper on Finite Element Analysis (2004).<\/li>\n
    4. S. Subrarayal, Faculty Fellow, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, (2003).<\/li>\n
    5. S. Sankar, Hoeschst-Celanese Award for Outstanding M.S. Student, (2000).<\/li>\n
    6. R. Huan, Hoeschst-Celanese Award for Outstanding Ph.D. Student, (1999).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
      <\/p>\n

      Ph.D. Graduates<\/span><\/h4>\n
        \n
      1. Sai Kosaraju (PhD), Aug 2021<\/li>\n
      2. Marcus Yoder (PhD), \u2018Size Effects in Periodic Lattice Structured Cellular Materials,\u2019 (May 2019) [Link]<\/a><\/li>\n
      3. Jixuan Gong (PhD); Co-Advised with Dr. Gang Li.<\/li>\n
      4. Nataraj Chandrasekharan, (Ph.D.), \u2018Electromechanical Modeling of a Honeycomb Core Integrated Vibration Energy Converter with Increased Specific Power for Energy Harvesting Applications.\u2019 PhD \u00a0Dissertation, Clemson University, \u00a0 [Link]<\/a> (Dec 2015).<\/li>\n
      5. Kunthong, Prapot (PhD), Research Advisor, Co-Advised with S. Anand \u201cEfficient Predictor\/Multi-Corrector Algorithms Based on High-Order Accurate Time-Discontinuous Methods for Second-Order Hyperbolic Systems\u201d, (May 2005).<\/li>\n
      6. Subbarayalu, Sethuramalingam (PhD), \u201chp-Adaptive Time-Discontinuous Galerkin Finite Element Methods for Second-Order Hyperbolic Systems,\u201d (December 2004).<\/li>\n
      7. Ianculescu, Cristian. (PhD), \u201cIterative Solution of Exterior Helmholtz Equation with Exact Non-reflecting Boundary Conditions on Distributed Memory Systems,\u201d (August 2003).<\/li>\n
      8. He, Dantong. (PhD), \u201cLocal Space-Time Adaptive Finite Element Methods for the Wave Equation on Unbounded Domains,\u201d (May 2003).<\/li>\n
      9. Huan, Runnong. (PhD), \u201cFinite Element Formulation of Exact and Asymptotic Radiation Boundary Conditions,\u201d (August 1999).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        \u00a0Undergraduate Research Advising<\/span><\/h4>\n
          \n
        1. Daniel Neal (2014)<\/li>\n
        2. Christopher West (2014)<\/li>\n
        3. Jake Hawkins (Dec 2012)<\/li>\n
        4. Graham Yennie (Dec 2012)<\/li>\n
        5. Lauren Bruneau (May 2012)<\/li>\n
        6. Pieter De Pape (May 2010)<\/li>\n
        7. Haitham Barakat (Dec 2009)<\/li>\n
        8. Jordan Long (Dec 2009)<\/li>\n
        9. Cody Winchester Bailey (Dec 2007)<\/li>\n
        10. Christian Schott (Feb 2003)<\/li>\n
        11. Patricia Dean (Aug 2001)<\/li>\n
        12. Holger Hennchen (Dec 2000)<\/li>\n
        13. F. Echegaray (Aug 1998)<\/li>\n
        14. J. Brooks (Aug 1995)<\/li>\n
        15. S. Brasier (May 1996)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          <\/div><\/div>

          <\/p>\n

          \u00a0Masters Graduates<\/span><\/h4>\n
            \n
          1. Mahendra Bisht (MS), (Dec 2021).<\/li>\n
          2. Likitha Marneni (MS), `Comparison of Unit Cell Geometry for Bloch Wave Analysis of Two-Dimensional Periodic Beam Structures.’ \u00a0(May 2018).<\/li>\n
          3. David Bracho (MS) `Consistent Asymptotic Homogenization Method for Lattice Structures based on the Virtual Power Principle,’ (Dec 2016)<\/li>\n
          4. Hunter Pelham (MS) \u2018Computational Modelling in the Development of Novel Passive Strain Sensors for Orthopedic Implants,\u2019 (May 2016)<\/li>\n
          5. Ankit Kumar (MS), \u2018Finite Element Analysis of the Effect of Acoustic Wavelength to Hierarchical Side Length And Facet Area for Elastic Scattering from Polygonal Rings and Geodesic Spheres,\u2019 (Dec 2015)<\/li>\n
          6. Arun Mor (MS) \u2018Acoustic Scattering Response of Hierarchic Honeycomb Structures for Cylindrical and Spherical Structures.\u2019 \u00a0MS Thesis, Clemson University. [Link]<\/a> (July 2015)<\/li>\n
          7. Ninad Gandhi (MS) \u2018Finite Element Analysis of Effective Mechanical Properties of Hierarchical Honeycomb Structures.\u2019 MS Thesis, Clemson University, \u00a0[Link]<\/a> (July 2015)<\/li>\n
          8. Naveen Nainar (MS), \u2018Acoustic Performance of Reiterated Hierarchical Honeycomb Structures.\u2019 MS Thesis, Clemson University. [Link]<\/a> (July 2015)<\/li>\n
          9. Akhilesh Surabhi (MS) \u2018Finite element beam model for piezoelectric energy harvesting using higher order shear deformation theory.\u2019 MS Thesis, Clemson University, [Link]<\/a> (Aug 2014)<\/li>\n
          10. Vaibhav Iyer (MS) \u2018Acoustic Scattering and Radiation Response of Circular Hexagonal and Auxetic Honeycomb Shell Structures.\u2019 MS Thesis. [Link]<\/a> (Aug 2014)<\/li>\n
          11. Amit Bendigeri (Aug 2014)<\/li>\n
          12. Hrishikesh Joshi, (MS) \u2018Finite Element Analysis of Effective Mechanical Properties, Vibration and Acoustic Performance of Auxetic Chiral Core Sandwich Structures.\u2019 MS Thesis, Clemson University, \u00a0[Link]<\/a> (Dec 2013)<\/li>\n
          13. Jasmin Adeshara (Dec 2013) \u2018Design Optimization of Geometrical Parameters and Material Properties of Vibrating Bimorph Cantilever Beams with Solid and Honeycomb Substrates for Maximum Energy Harvested.\u2019 MS Thesis, Clemson University, \u00a0[Link].<\/a><\/li>\n
          14. Daniel Neal (Dec 2014), \u2018Development of finite element formulation for coupled electro-mechanical systems.\u2019<\/li>\n
          15. Christopher West (Dec 2014), \u2018Aeroacoustics and Design of Fan Blades for Baldor Electric Motor,\u2019<\/li>\n
          16. Xin Wang, \u2018Three-Dimensional Finite Element Analysis of Sound Transmission Performance of Honeycomb Sandwich Structures,\u2019 MS Thesis, Clemson University, May 2013.<\/li>\n
          17. Jiaxue Yan, \u2018Vibration and Acoustic Properties of Honeycomb Sandwich Structures Subject to Variable Incident Plane-Wave Angle Pressure Loads,\u2019 MS Thesis, Clemson University, May 2013.<\/li>\n
          18. He Lei, (December 2012), \u2018Composite Sandwich Structures with Honeycomb Core Subjected to Impact,\u2019 MS Thesis, Clemson University, Dec 2013<\/li>\n
          19. Rohan Galgalikar, (Aug 2012), \u2018Design Automation And Optimization Of Honeycomb Structures For Maximum Sound Transmission Loss\u2019, MS Thesis, Clemson University, [Link]<\/a><\/li>\n
          20. Nataraj Chandrasekharan, (May 2012), \u2018Effect Of Geometrical And Material Properties On Energy Harvested From A Bimorph Piezoelectric Cantilever Beam And Energy Harvested Utilizing Honeycomb Structures.\u2019<\/li>\n
          21. Vijay Jayaraman (May 2012)<\/li>\n
          22. Vineeth Jampala (December 2011)<\/li>\n
          23. Veeramurthy, Mallikarjun (August 2011), ‘Modeling, finite element analysis, and optimization of Non-Pneumatic Tire (NPT) for the minimization of rolling resistance,’ MS Thesis, Clemson University, [Link]<\/a><\/li>\n
          24. Seera, Nikhil Kumar (August 2011), \u2018Viscoelastic Damping of Hexagonal Honeycomb Sandwich Plates,\u2019 Aug 2011.<\/li>\n
          25. Telukunta, Rohit (August 2011)<\/li>\n
          26. Nan Shan (August 2011)<\/li>\n
          27. Gong Xiao (August 2011), \u2018Vibration and Acoustic Performance of in-plane Honeycomb Sandwich Panels,\u2019 Aug 2011.<\/li>\n
          28. Prashanth Polisetty (August 2011), \u2018Static Analysis and Optimization of a Honeycomb Sandwich Model,\u2019 Non-Thesis Project.<\/li>\n
          29. Akshay Narasimhan, (December 2010)<\/li>\n
          30. Amarnath Proddaturi (MS) \u2018Robust Parameter Design and Finite Element Analysis for a Non-Pneumatic Tire with Low Vibration,\u2019 (Dec 2009).<\/li>\n
          31. Shashank Bezgam (MS), \u2018Design and Analysis of Alternating Spoke Pair Concepts for a Non-Pneumatic Tire with Reduced Vibration at High-Speed Rolling,\u2019 (Dec 2009).<\/li>\n
          32. William Rutherford (MS), \u201cUse of Orthogonal Arrays for Efficient Evaluation of Geometric Designs for Reducing Vibration of a Non-Pneumatic Wheel During High-Speed Rolling,\u201d (Aug 2009).<\/li>\n
          33. Srinivasan Vimalanathan (MS), \u201cAn Investigation on Spot-Weld Modeling Complexity for Crash Simulation,\u201d (Dec 2008).<\/li>\n
          34. Maya Ramachandran (MS), \u201cNonlinear Finite Element Analysis of TWEEL Geometric Parameter Modifications on Spoke Dynamics during High-Speed Rolling,\u201d (Dec 2008).<\/li>\n
          35. Prasanna Balaji Thiyagarajan (MS), \u201cNon-Linear Finite Element Analysis and Optimization for Light Weight Design of an Automotive Seat Backrest,\u201d (Dec 2008).<\/li>\n
          36. Sreeram Polavarapu (MS), \u201cTopology and Free-Size Optimization with Multiple Loading Conditions for Light Weight Design of Die Cast Automotive Backrest Frame,\u201d (Aug 2008).<\/li>\n
          37. Anwar Mohammed (MS, Non-Thesis), \u201cStatic Finite Element Analysis of an Open Thin-Walled I-Beam,\u201d (Aug 2008).<\/li>\n
          38. Manoj Kumar M Chinnakonda (MS), \u201cExact Solution Of Time History Response For Dynamic Systems With Coupled Damping Using Complex Mode Superposition,\u201d (Aug 2007).<\/li>\n
          39. Abhinand Chelikani (MS), \u201cSimulation Of A Backrest Moment Test For An Automotive Front Seat Using Nonlinear Contact Finite Element Analysis,\u201d (Aug 2007).<\/li>\n
          40. David Scott Hesser (MS), \u201cIntegration of Finite Element Method to Enhance Modeling and Analysis for Reverse Engineering\u201d, (Aug 2006).<\/li>\n
          41. Rivera, Michael (MS), \u201cRedesign of a Front Wheel Drive Drag Car using Finite Element Analysis\u201d, (May 2004).<\/li>\n
          42. David Suttles (MS, Non-Thesis), \u201cDesign and Parameterization of Three-Dimensional Acoustical Scattering Models,\u201d (Dec 2003).<\/li>\n
          43. Wagener, David (MS), \u201cAnalysis and Design of FWD Cavalier Drag Race Car Chassis,\u201d (May 2003).<\/li>\n
          44. Fleming, Daniel (MS), \u201cDesign of a Pro Stock Dragster Chassis using Finite Element Analysis,\u201d (May 2003).<\/li>\n
          45. Phaneendra Karimajji (MS), \u201cObject-Oriented Finite Element Programming: A Comparison of Fortran90\/95 and C++\u201d, (Dec 2002).<\/li>\n
          46. Gowda, Shivaraju B. (MS), \u201cA Comparison of Sparse and Element-by-Element Storage Schemes on the Efficiency of Parallel Conjugate Gradient Iterative Methods for Finite Element Analysis,\u201d (Aug 2002)<\/li>\n
          47. Zhang, Limin (MS), \u201cSubstructure Finite Element Methods with Frequency Window Interpolation,\u201d (Aug 2001).<\/li>\n
          48. Sankar, Sridhar. (MS), \u201cComplex Wavenumber Dispersion Analysis of Residual Based Finite Element Methods for Acoustic Fluid-Structure Interaction,\u201d (Aug 2000).<\/li>\n
          49. Thangavelu, Sri Ramkumar (MS), \u201cResidual Based Finite Element Methods for Timoshenko Beams and Reissner-Mindlin Plates,\u201d (Aug 2000).<\/li>\n
          50. Tong, Yuhuan (MS), \u201cHybrid Least Squares Finite Element Methods for Timoshenko beams and Reissner-Mindlin Plates,\u201d (Aug 1999).<\/li>\n
          51. Challa, Sunil, (MS) \u201cHigh-Order Accurate Spectral Elements for Wave Propagation Problems,\u201d (Aug 1998).<\/li>\n
          52. Pilli, Lavanya, (MS) \u201cHigh-Order Accurate Timoshenko Beam Elements for Wave Propagation,\u201d (Aug 1998).<\/li>\n
          53. Herrick, Greg, (MS) \u201cAnalysis of the Effects of Spring Perch Flexibility on Front Suspension Geometry and Roll Stiffness of a Winston Cup Stock Car Using the Finite Element Method,\u201d (Aug 1998).<\/li>\n
          54. Uppugonduri, Lavanya, (MS) \u201cImpact Simulation of a Winston Cup Race Car,\u201d (Aug 1998).<\/li>\n
          55. Raju, S, (MS) \u201cDesign and Analysis of a Winston Cup Stock Car Chassis for Torsional Stiffness Using the Finite Element Method,\u201d (Aug 1998).<\/li>\n
          56. Lampert, John, (MS) \u201cDesign and Analysis of a Twist Fixture to Measure the Torsional Stiffness of a Winston Cup Chassis,\u201d (Aug 1998).<\/li>\n
          57. Soni, P. (MS) \u201cThe Effects of Chassis Flexibility on Roll Stiffness of a Winston Cup Stock Car,\u201d (May 1998).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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