Development of mechanism-based models for resistance spot weld failure simulation of multi-material advanced high strength steel sheets 

    Dorribo Dorribo, Daniel (Date of defense: 2017-12-05)

    The automotive industry is constantly involved in the development of new projects aimed at reducing weight, fuel consumptions and costs while improving passengers¿ safety. In order to achieve these increasing demands, ...

    Finite element simulation of additive manufacturing with enhanced accuracy 

    Moreira Filho, Carlos Augusto (Date of defense: 2022-07-21)

    This thesis develops numerical methods to improve the accuracy and computational efficiency of the part-scale simulation of Additive Manufacturing (AM) (or 3D printing) metal processes. AM is characterized by multiple ...