Acquisition of Surface Characterization Equipment
Abstract
This project has purchased equipment for the characterization of selected physical, mechanical and crystallographic properties near the surface, that are important in many engineered materials. This equipment supports graduate student education oat both the M.S. and PhD levels, on topics which are presently funded by DoD as well as related topics funded elsewhere. The research supported by this equipment focuses on the interrelationships between the physical, chemical, and microstructural state near surfaces and interfaces, and the mechanical behavior of the materials. The DoD-funded project develops the physical understanding of the crack growth events in polycrystalline ceramic monoliths for modeling at the micromechanical level. Related projects include the development of microstructure for improved mechanical behavior, adhesion of ceramic coatings and nano- and microstructural studies of damage development in static and cyclic loading environmental.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 2000
- Accession Number
- ADA378887
Entities
People
- Albert S. Kobayashi
- John C. Wolfe
- K. Ravi-chandar
- Kenneth W. White
Organizations
- University of Houston