Dr. Aniruddh Vashisth

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Aniruddh Vashisth is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Washington. He obtained his Ph.D. in Engineering Sciences with a focus on Mechanics Engineering from Pennsylvania State University in 2018. His expertise lies in advanced composite materials, focusing on sustainable toughened composites and energy-efficient manufacturing techniques. He has developed innovative methods such as Accelerated ReaxFF for simulating reactive kinetics in high barrier energy reactions, which have been incorporated into commercial software. His research interests also extend to understanding the physics of advanced composites through a combination of experimental and theoretical approaches, with applications across mechanical, aerospace, materials, and transportation industries. Vashisth has published numerous papers in reputable journals focusing on composite materials, including investigations on properties and kinetics associated with carbon fiber-reinforced composites. His work aims to advance the characterization and fabrication of lightweight toughened composites and polymer-derived ceramics, utilizing atomistic simulations to understand processing-structure-property relationships.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Researcher

2020-01-01 — 2020-12-31

Chemical Engineering, Texas A&M • Texas

Conducted research in chemical engineering focusing on material properties and processing methods.

Courses

210: Dynamics 354: Mechanics Materials 563: Advanced Composites: Design Manufacturing

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
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