Alexander Idesman, Ph.D.

Research Interests

• Computational Mechanics Including:
  • Finite Element Method: Time−Integration Methods for Elastodynamics, Numerical Algorithms for Wave Propogation in Solids, and Numerical Algorithms for Nonlinear Problems
  • Multiscale Approach: Inelastic Materials at Small & Large Strains (Metals, Rocks, Polymers, Composite Materials), Phase Transitions & Twinning, and Contact Interaction
  • Metal Forming: Modeling of Technological Processes, Diamond Synthesis, and Design Optimization of High−Pressure Apparatuses
• Continuum Mechanics
  • Constitutive Equations for Elastoplastic Materials at Finite Strains
  • Phase Transformations in Elastic & Inelastic Materials
  • Shape Memory Alloys
  • Strength & Durability of Materials & Structures
  • High−Pressure Mechanics

Personal Information

Curriculum Vitae

Education

• Ph.D., Continuum Mechanics, Institute of Problems of Strength, (1989)
• M.S. (Honors), Mechanical Engineering, Kiev Institute of Technology, Kiev, (1982)