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Xiaomin Deng

Professor

Dr. Deng's research and interests include nanomechanics/atomistic simulation; fracture mechanics/crack-growth simulation; manufacturing process modeling/simulation (friction stir welding, metal cutting, GMA welding).

Education
  • Ph.D., Applied Mechanics / Materials Science, California Institute of Technology, 1990
  • M.S., Applied Mechanics, California Institute of Technology, 1985
  • B.S., Mathematics and Mechanics, Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, 1982
Selected Publications
  • J. Zuo, X. Deng, M.A. Sutton, and C-S Cheng, “Three-dimensional crack growth in ductile materials: Effect of stress constraint on crack tunneling,” ASME J. of Pressure Vessel Technology 130, 031401 (8 pp), 2008.
  • S. Xu and X. Deng, “Nanoscale void nucleation and growth and crack tip stress evolution ahead of a growing crack in a single crystal,” Nanotechnology 19, 115705 (15 pp), 2008.
  • S. Xu and X. Deng, “A study of texture patterns in friction stir welds,” Acta Materialia 56, 1326-1341, 2008.
  • W. Lan, X. Deng, M.A. Sutton, and C-S Cheng, “Study of slant fracture in ductile materials,” International Journal of Fracture 141, 469-496, 2006.
  • X. Deng, F. Ma, and M. A. Sutton, “A damage mechanics model for creep and oxygen embrittlment in metals,” International Journal of Damage Mechanics 14, 101-126, 2005.
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