Research

Engineering design and simulation is about to become a much simpler and faster process with the aid of a new software library developed by UCF researchers. CRAFTS, which stands for Control-oriented, Reconfigurable and Acausal Flexible Technologies Simulator, was created by Tuhin Das, a professor of mechanical engineering, and members of his Hybrid Sustainable Energy Systems […]

A bird bursting from the ocean or a mobula ray launching skyward makes the transition from water to air look effortless. For unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, it’s one of the hardest maneuvers to replicate. Now, UCF researchers are studying how wing shape and motion affect that split-second transition — work that could help […]

Additive manufacturing, better known as 3D printing, is a technique that can be used to create complex, lightweight components for medical devices, vehicles and even spacecraft. However, the healthcare, automotive and aerospace industries haven’t widely adopted the practice due to the high cost and lengthy process of testing and inspecting the parts. But that may […]

Additive manufacturing, better known as 3D printing, is a technique that can be used to create complex, lightweight components for medical devices, vehicles and even spacecraft. However, the healthcare, automotive and aerospace industries haven’t widely adopted the practice due to the high cost and lengthy process of testing and inspecting the parts. But that may […]

Lunar dust is more than a mild irritant or hallmark of an untidy room like dust found on Earth. Lunar dust particles are sharp and abrasive due to the lack of atmosphere gradually dulling their surfaces, leading them to potentially damaging critical lunar equipment or causing respiratory issues for astronauts. Managing lunar dust (also known […]