Dr. Hyonny Kim

Professor

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Biography

Hyonny Kim earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering in 1998 from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Following his doctorate, he served as a postdoctoral researcher at UCSB from 1999 to 2001 before joining the faculty at Purdue University. He is actively involved in the American Society for Composites, serving as an editor for the society. He participates in revisions for the Composites Mil Handbook 17. His research interests include impact effects, composite materials, and structures, particularly in aerospace applications, as well as multifunctional materials, nano-materials, and adhesive bonding. Kim's selected publications focus on various aspects of composites and their applications, showcasing his contributions to the field.

Research Interests

Impact Effects Composite Materials Structures Aerospace Applications Multifunctional Materials Nano-Materials Adhesive Bonding

Experience

Professor

2001-01-01 — Present

Purdue University • United States

Joined the faculty after completing his postdoctoral research.

Requirements for University of California, San Diego

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:85
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in physical, biological, or earth sciences, mathematics, or engineering. Differential and integral calculus. One year of calculus-based physics with laboratory. One year of chemistry with laboratory.
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose (max 2 pages)
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application fee ($135 domestic / $155 international)
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Curricular groups include Climate-Ocean-Atmosphere (COAP), Geosciences (GEO), and Ocean Biosciences (OBP).