Ohio State’s PhD in Mechanical Engineering provides students with advanced training in fluid dynamics, thermal sciences, robotics, control systems, materials, and biomechanics. Students lead theoretical and experimental research addressing sustainability, mobility, health, and automation. With strong industry and national lab connections, graduates pursue impactful careers in research, academia, and high-tech innovation.
CFD analysis of turbulent flows in miniaturized cooling channels for electronics
Modeling fatigue and failure in metallic foams for impact absorption
Optimization of hybrid-electric drivetrain performance using multi-physics simulations
Bio-inspired design of passive flapping wing drones using fluid–structure interaction
Energy harvesting from vibrational loads in civil infrastructure using piezoelectric systems
Design and testing of a pneumatic soft exosuit for lower limb rehabilitation
Additive manufacturing process optimization for multi-material mechanical components
Experimental study of thermal conductivity enhancement in nanofluids
Development of control algorithms for autonomous robotic grasping in cluttered environments
Biomechanical analysis of prosthetic limb–residual limb interface dynamics
Thermoelastic modeling of heat exchangers in concentrating solar power systems
Design of resilient HVAC systems for extreme climate variability using AI optimization
Real-time feedback systems for active suspension control in autonomous vehicles
Friction and wear analysis in lubricated gear systems under high loads
Thermomechanical modeling of aerospace composite panel deformation during reentry
High-speed imaging of cavitation bubble collapse in biomedical ultrasound devices
Finite element modeling of spinal implant stress distributions under dynamic loads
Mechatronic system integration for low-cost robotic manipulators in education
Investigation of micro-scale combustion systems for portable power applications
Design of a human-powered energy generation system for wearable devices
Innovate across energy, health, and automation through OSU’s Mechanical Engineering PhD.
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