Graduate Student: Rafael Lugo, M.S. Candidate, NCSU
Research Project: Structural Design of Inflatable Atmospheric Entry Systems
University Advisor: Prof. Andre Mazzolieni, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, NCSU
NASA Mentor: Drew Hope, Mechanical Systems Branch, Systems Engineering Directorate (SED)
The project involves research in the development of inflatable systems for entry descent and landing flight systems. Specifically the work will involve structural design and non-linear structural analysis of inflatables used in high heating, atmospheric entry systems. The work requires practical solutions and at the discretion of NASA, may involve some testing.
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