Researchers in the MIST: UVA Faculty Work to Advance the Internet of Things
Researchers at the University of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science’s affiliate of the MIST Center are developing...
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering: Cross-cutting programs that drive innovation through excellence in academics and research
Our department brings together outstanding undergraduate and graduate programs with world-class expertise in energy, propulsion, autonomous systems, biomechanics and manufacturing. This cross-cutting environment and new partnerships have resulted in levels of student awards, publications and research funding that place us among the nation’s elite mechanical and aerospace engineering programs. We are equipping a generation of leaders to apply mechanical and aerospace engineering in solving society's challenges.
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Multidimensional Diagnostics For Cleaner Engines
Lin Ma is producing measurements for turbulent flows and flames in 4D— three dimensions plus time.
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Our Faculty
George T. Gillies
Research Professor
Research Areas
- Materials and Advanced Manufacturing for Biological Applications
- Cardiovascular Engineering
- Drug Delivery
Roger Fittro
Assistant Professor, Associate Director, ROMAC Laboratory
Research Areas
- Turbomachinery
- Rotordynamics
- Fluid Film Bearings
Natasha Smith
Associate Professor
Research Areas
- Reliability-based design
- Multidisciplinary optimization
- Probabilistic methods
Jeff R. Crandall
Nancy and Neal Wade Professor of Engineering and Applied Science
Research Areas
- Biomechanics/Injury Biomechanics or Biomechanics and Mechanobiology
More About Our Department
Center for Applied Biomechanics
As the largest university-based injury biomechanics laboratory in the world, the UVA MAE Center for Applied Biomechanics specializes in impact biomechanics for injury prevention.
Rapid Prototyping Lab
The UVA MAE Rapid Prototyping Lab is a state-of-the-art advanced manufacturing facility that provides Computer-Aided Design, FDM 3D Printing, and Poly-Jet 3-D Printing services to our students, faculty, staff, and external clients.