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Yekanifard, Masoud

Assistant Professor

Office: 13-230

Phone Number: 805-756-0942
Email: myekanif@calpoly.edu

RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS 

Several research opportunities are available for undergraduates and master’s students interested in advanced topics in materials and mechanics, with applications in defense, security, space, energy, health, and transportation. Students will be trained to think critically and work collaboratively to develop solutions for complex problems. Dr. Fard’s track record shows that students will have opportunities to apply for prestigious graduate programs and secure high-level research engineering and engineering positions with national research institutes and established corporations.

Students who are interested in these opportunities should email Prof. Fard to schedule a meeting.

RESEARCH INTERESTS 

EDUCATION 

HONORS AND AWARDS 

ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE 

EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBER 

PATENT 

PEER-REVIEWED JOURNAL PUBLICATIONS  

(https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=e-q-UJ0AAAAJ&view_op=list_works&sortby=pubdate) 

  1. Norkus, T., Westby, M., Raji, B., Yekani Fard, M. “Structural effects on the atomic force microscopy characterization of nanocomposites,” Journal of Mechanics of Materials, 218, 105676, 2026. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mechmat.2026.105676 
  2. Yekani Fard, M., Norkus, T. “Introducing a nano-scale surface morphology parameter affecting fracture properties of CNT nanocomposites,” Journal of Composite Communications, 48, 101931, 2024. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.coco.2024.101931 
  3. Yekani Fard, M., Pensky A. “Weibull multiscale interlaminar fracture analysis of low – weight percentage CNT composites,” International Journal of Mechanical Sciences, 250, 108300, 2023. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijmecsci.2023.108300 
  4. Yekani Fard, M., Pensky, A. “Stochastic multiscale multimode interlaminar fracture toughness of buckypaper nanocomposites,” International Journal of Mechanical      Sciences, 237,107798, 2023. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijmecsci.2022.107798 
  5. Yekani Fard, M., Bonney, C. “Improved mixed mode bending test apparatus through analytical modeling and finite element optimization for improved characterization,” ASCE Journal of Aerospace Engineering, 35(1), 04021123, 2022. 10.1061/(ASCE)AS.1943-5525.0001376 
  6. Yekani Fard, M., Raji, B. “Hydrostatic and cyclic pressure testing of small-scale composite pipes and vessels,” ASCE Journal of Aerospace Engineering, 35(1), 04021114, 2022. https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)AS.1943-5525.0001368 
  7. Yekani Fard, M. “Carbon nanotube network and interphase in buckypaper nanocomposites using atomic force microscopy,” International Journal of Mechanical Sciences, 212, 106811, 2021. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijmecsci.2021.106811 
  8. Yekani Fard, M., Raji, B. “Statistical analysis of peak force atomic force microscopy data for the interphase thickness and modulus in carbon fiber-reinforced epoxy resin composites exposed to different heat and humidity levels,”. ASCE Journal of Aerospace Engineering, 34(5), 04021063, 2021. https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)AS.1943-5525.0001311 
  9. Yekani Fard, M., Raji, B., Pankretz, H. “Timescale through-thickness interphase in polymer matrix composites exposed to heat and humidity via AFM peak force quantitative nano mechanics,” Journal of Polymer Testing, 83, 106365, 2020. 10.1016/j.polymertesting.2020.106365 
  10. Yekani Fard, M., Raji, B., Pankretz, H. “Correlation of nanoscale interface debonding and multimode fracture in polymer carbon composites with long-term hygrothermal effects,” Journal of Mechanics of Materials, 150, 103601, 2020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mechmat.2020.103601 
  11. Yekani Fard, M., Raji, B., Doan, B., Brooks, M., Woodward, J.M., and Foster, C. “An experimental study of the mechanical properties of seamless and overlapped stitched composite tubes under hydrostatic pressure, lateral compression and impact,” Journal of Strain Analysis for Engineering Design, 55 (7-8), 212-221, 2020. https://doi.org/10.1177/0309324720922749 
  12. Yekani Fard, M., Raji, B., Woodward, J.M., and Chattopadhyay, A. “Characterization of interlaminar fracture modes I, II, and I-II of carbon/epoxy composites including in-service related bonding quality conditions,” Journal of Polymer Testing, 77, 105894, 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymertesting.2019.05.010 
  13. Yekani Fard, M., Raji, B., Woodward, J.M., and Padilla, M. “Experimental characterization of damage mechanisms of seamless net-shaped circular pre-form and overlapped stitched composite pipes,” Journal of Polymer Testing, 78, 105934, 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymertesting.2019.105934 
  14. Johnston, J.P., Liu, KC., Yekani Fard, M., and Chattopadhyay, A. “Mechanical properties and damage characterization of triaxially braided composites in environmental conditions,” Journal of Composite Materials, 51(1), 67-80, 2017. 10.1177/0021998316636456 
  15. Neerukatti, R. K., Yekani Fard, M., and Chattopadhyay, A. “Gaussian process-based particle    filtering approach for real-time damage prediction with application,” Journal of Aerospace Engineering, 30(1), 04016080 (1-14), 2017. https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)AS.1943-5525.0000680 
  16. Datta, S., Yekani Fard, M., and Chattopadhyay, A., “High-speed, surfactant-free fabrication of large carbon nanotube membranes for multifunctional composites,” Journal of Aerospace Engineering, 29(3), 04015060 (1-8), 2016 Honorable Mention Award. https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)AS.1943-5525.0000558 
  17. Yekani Fard, M., Chattopadhyay, A., and Liu, Y., “Nonlinear 3PB and 4PB flexural behavior and softening localization for epoxy resin E 863 using digital image correlate on technique,” Journal of Experimental Technique, 40, 159-171, 2016. doi:10.1 / 007 s40799-016-00 1 
  18. Kim, I., Yekani Fard, M., and Chattopadhyay, A., “Investigation of a bridge pier scour prediction model for safe design and inspection,” Journal of Bridge Engineering ASCE, 20(6),  04014088 (1-9), 2015. https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)BE.1943-5592.0000677 
  19. Yekani Fard, M., Raji, B., and Chattopadhyay, A. “The ratio of flexural strength to uniaxial tensile strength in bulk epoxy resin polymeric materials,” Polymer Testing, 40, 156-162, 2014. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymertesting.2014.09.002 
  20. Yekani Fard, M., Sadat, S.M., Raji, B., and Chattopadhyay, A. “Damage characterization of surface and subsurface defects in stitch-bonded biaxial carbon/epoxy composites,” Composites Part B, 56, 821-829, 2014. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesb.2013.09.011  
  21. Neerukatti, R. K., Yekani Fard, M., Kim, I., and Chattopadhyay, A. “Gaussian process-based prognosis model for bridge scour,” International Journal of Engineering Research and Technology, 3(6), 565-573, 2014. 
  22. Yekani Fard, M., Chattopadhyay, A., and Liu, Y. “Influence of load type and stress gradient on flexural strength of an epoxy resin polymeric material,” Journal of Aerospace Engineering, 27(1), 55-63, 2014. https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)AS.1943-5525.0000228 
  23. Yekani Fard, M., Chattopadhyay, A., and Liu, Y. “Multi-linear stress-strain and closed-form moment curvature response of epoxy resin materials,” International Journal of Mechanical Sciences, 57(1), 9-18, 2012. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijmecsci.2012.01.009 
  24. Yekani Fard, M., Liu, Y., and Chattopadhyay, A. “A simplified approach for flexural behavior of epoxy resin materials,” Journal of Strain Analysis for Engineering Design, 47(1), 18–31, 2012. https://doi.org/10.1177/0309324711430023 
  25. Yekani Fard, M., Liu, Y., and Chattopadhyay, A. “Analytical solution for flexural response of epoxy resin materials,” Journal of Aerospace Engineering, 25(3), 395-408, 2012 Best Paper Award. https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)AS.1943-5525.0000133 
  26. Yekani Fard, M., Liu, Y., and Chattopadhyay, A. “Characterization of epoxy resin including strain rate effects using digital image correlation system,” Journal of Aerospace Engineering, 25(2), 308-320. 2012. https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)AS.1943-5525.0000127 
  27. Yekani Fard, M., Liu, Y., and Chattopadhyay, A., “Nonlinear flexural behavior and moment curvature response of epoxy resin using digital image correlation technique,” Journal of Materials Science and Engineering, 5, 212-219, 2011. 
  28. Liu, Y., Yekani Fard, M., Chattopadhyay, A, Doyle, D., “Damage assessment of CFRP composites using a time-frequency approach,” Journal of Intelligent Material Systems and Structures, 23 (4), 397 – 413, 2011. https://doi.org/10.1177/1045389X11434171 

PEER-REVIEWED CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS  

  1. Lo, C., Sambaraju, P., and Yekani Fard, M. “A novel hybrid auxetic topology under axial loading: finite element numerical simulation and experimental analysis under quasi-static and fatigue loading,” AIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition, AIAA SciTech Forum, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc, January 12-16, Orlando, Florida, U.S.A., 1240, 2026. https://doi.org/10.2514/6.2026-1240. 
  2. Lee, E., Villegas Hernandez, J.D.J., and Yekani Fard, M. “Static and fatigue analysis of a novel bending and stretch-dominated star arrowhead auxetic structure,” AIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition, AIAA SciTech Forum, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc, January 12-16, Orlando, Florida, U.S.A., 2012, 2026. https://doi.org/10.2514/6.2026-2012  
  3. Nguyen, A., Villegas Hernandez, J.D.J., and Yekani Fard, M. “Novel tube type meta-biomaterials with enhanced ductility: a finite element approach,” AIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition, AIAA SciTech Forum, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc, January 12-16, Orlando, Florida, U.S.A., 0640, 2026. https://doi.org/10.2514/6.2026-0640  
  4. Villegas Hernandez, J.D.J., Lee, E., Nguyen, A., and Yekani Fard, M. “Fatigue and static damage behavior of hybrid re-entrant active link-based auxetic,” AIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition, AIAA SciTech Forum, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc, January 12-16, Orlando, Florida, U.S.A., 2003, 2026. https://doi.org/10.2514/6.2026-2003  
  5. Westby, M., Bruner, W., and Yekani Fard, M. “Interfacial debonding of embedded particles in nanocomposite systems using atomic force microscopy and finite element,” AIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition, AIAA SciTech Forum, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc, January 12-16, Orlando, Florida, U.S.A., 0575, 2026. https://doi.org/10.2514/6.2026-0575  
  6. Bruner, W., Westby, M., and Yekani Fard, M. “Characterization of composite materials using atomic force microscopy and finite element simulation for industrial application,” Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering, SAMPE Conference Proceedings, April 27-30, Seattle, WA, U.S.A., 2026. 
  7. Oppelt, W., Elghandour, E., Zhang, A.(#), and Yekani Fard, M. “Manufacturing and machining effects on recycled composite connecting rods,” Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering, SAMPE Conference Proceedings, April 27-30, Seattle, WA, U.S.A., 2026.  
  8. Nguyen, A., Yekani Fard, M. “Characterization of auxetic meta-biomaterials: investigating the impact of lattice structure and geometric parameters on mechanical and biological properties,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, November 16 – 20, Memphis, Tennessee, U.S.A, 89350, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2025-166333  
  9. Lo, C., Yekani Fard, M. “A novel hybrid auxetic topology under axial and biaxial loading: finite element numerical simulation and experimental analysis,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, November 16 – 20, Memphis, Tennessee, U.S.A, 89343, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2025-166134  
  10. Lee, E., Villegas Hernandez, J.D.J., and Yekani Fard, M. “Biaxial tension and compression mechanical behavior of a novel star arrowhead auxetic structure,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, November 16 – 20, Memphis, Tennessee, U.S.A, 89343, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2025-166164 
  11. Villegas Hernandez, J.D.J., Lee, E., and Yekani Fard, M. “Fatigue response of a new active link-based design of re-entrant double-arrowhead auxetic,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, November 16 – 20, Memphis, Tennessee, U.S.A, 89398, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2025-166224 
  12. Westby, M., Raji, B., and Yekani Fard, M. “Finite element analysis of compressibility and local yield strength in atomic force microscopy indentation of heterogeneous nanocomposite systems,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, November 16 – 20, Memphis, Tennessee, U.S.A, 89343, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2025-165493 
  13. Yekani Fard, M., Norkus, T., and Westby, M. “Weibull analysis of multiscale properties of nanoparticle bundles in nanomembranes,” AIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition, AIAA SciTech Forum, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc, January 6-10, Orlando, Florida, U.S.A., 2025, 0137. DOI: 10.2514/6.2025-0137 
  14. Church, J., Raji, B., Wilbur, J.D., and Yekani Fard, M. “Effects of embedment depth of hard inclusions on force-displacement curves through AFM and FEA,” AIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition, AIAA SciTech Forum, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc, January 6-10, Orlando, Florida, U.S.A., 2025, 2642. DOI: 10.2514/6.2025-2642 
  15. Villegas Hernandez, J.D.J., Lee, E., and Yekani Fard, M. “Enhanced energy absorption of an eccentric re-entrant arrowhead structure,” AIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition, AIAA SciTech Forum, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc, January 6-10, Orlando, Florida, U.S.A., 2025, 0639. DOI: 10.2514/6.2025-0639  
  16. Westby, M., Raji, B., Wilbur, J.D., and Yekani Fard, M. “Deconvolution of atomic force microscopy data from the effects of destructive indentation in heterogeneous polymer composite systems,” AIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition, AIAA SciTech Forum, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc, January 6-10, Orlando, Florida, U.S.A., 2025, 0764. DOI: 10.2514/6.2025-0764 
  17. Norkus, T., Yekani Fard, M. “Modeling of nanoscale characteristics of carbon nanotube nanocomposites through experimental and statistical methods,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, November 17 – 21, Portland, Oregon, U.S.A, 2024. https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2024-144779 
  18. Norkus, T., Yekani Fard, M., Westby, M., and Boutin, W. “Analysis and deconvolution of atomic force microscopy data from particulate nanocomposites through finite element analysis,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, November 17 – 21, Portland, Oregon, U.S.A, 2024. https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2024-144603 
  19. Westby, M., Yekani Fard, M., Norkus, T., and Boutin, W. “Deconvolution of atomic force microscopy data from the effects of destructive indentation in soft material systems,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, November 17 – 21, Portland, Oregon, U.S.A, 2024. https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2024-144462 
  20. Boutin, W., Yekani Fard, M., Westby, M., and Norkus, T.  “Characterizing laminated composite materials utilizing the reinforced mixed-mode bending apparatus,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, November 17 – 21, Portland, Oregon, U.S.A, 2024. https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2024-144652 
  21. Norkus, T., Raji, B., and Yekani Fard, M. “Interaction of heterogeneous particles with surrounding matrix through atomic force microscopy and finite element analysis,” AIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition, AIAA SciTech Forum, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc, January 8-12, Orlando, Florida, U.S.A., 2024, 1009.  DOI: 10.2514/6.2024-1009 
  22. Norkus, T., Yekani Fard, M. “Investigation of nanomechanical properties and interphase of     variable-size hard particles in a soft matrix in atomic force microscopy and finite element analysis,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, October 29 – November 02, New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.A, 2023, 87615. https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2023-113071 
  23. Yekani Fard, M., Orozco, Y., Tata, A., and Seyler, H. “CNT network size/interphase and multimode interlaminar fracture of CNT buckypaper nanocomposites,” AIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition, AIAA SciTech Forum, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc, U.S.A., 2023, 1133. DOI: 10.2514/6.2023-1133 
  24. Yekani Fard, M. “Interphase of single and double CNT networks with surrounding polymer in AFM,” AIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition, AIAA SciTech Forum, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc, U.S.A., 2023, 2231. DOI: 10.2514/6.2023-2231 
  25. Yekani Fard, M., Perrino, S., and Hedman, C. “Stochastic analysis of the carbon nanotube network interphase in dry and pre-infused buckypaper,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, October 30 – November 03, Columbus, Ohio, U.S.A., 2022, 86656. https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2022-95523 
  26. Yekani Fard, M., Raman, R., Orozco, Y., and Tata, A. “Effects of the CNT network size and interphase on mode I fracture of buckypaper nanocomposites,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, October 30 – November 03, Columbus, Ohio, U.S.A., 2022, 86656. https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2022-95573  
  27. Yekani Fard, M., and Swanstrom, J.C. “Experimental approach and conventional analytical techniques to the carbon nanotube network interphase in 3-phase polymer matrix nanocomposites,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, November 01, U.S.A., 2021, 85574. https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2021-70589 
  28. Yekani Fard, M., and Bonney, C. “Reinforced mixed mode bending fixture for improved characterization,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, November 01, U.S.A., 2021, 85581. https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2021-70604 
  29. Yekani Fard, M., and Raji, B. “Stochastic analysis of the interphase thickness and modulus in carbon fiber reinforced polymer matrix composites,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, November 01, U.S.A., 2021, 85680. https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2021-70600 
  30. Yekani Fard, M., and Raji, B. “Effects of long-term exposure to heat and humidity on sub-micron scale properties in composite materials,” AIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition, AIAA SciTech Forum, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc, U.S.A., 2021, 0065. https://doi.org/10.2514/6.2021-0065 
  31. Yekani Fard, M. “Sub-micron scale properties of interphase of carbon nanotube agglomerates and carbon fiber monofilaments in composite materials,” AIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition, AIAA SciTech Forum, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc, U.S.A., 2021, 0886. https://doi.org/10.2514/6.2021-0886 
  32. Yekani Fard, M., Raji, B., Pankretz, H., Mester, J., and Pensky, A. “Subsurface and at-depth interphase characterization in hygrothermal aged carbon fiber reinforced polymer matrix composites,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, November 15-18, Portland, OR, U.S.A., 2020, 84607. https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2020-23636 
  33. Yekani Fard, M., Mester, J., and Pensky, A. “Nanoscale interphase characterization of agglomerated MWCNT in composites connected to mode I fracture,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, November 15-18, Portland, OR, U.S.A., 2020, 84508. https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2020-23618 
  34. Yekani Fard, M., Pensky, A., and Mester, J., “Nanoscale interphase characterization of porous CNT buckypaper composites in correlation to interlaminar mode I fracture,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, November 15-18, Portland, OR, U.S.A., 2020, 84607. https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2020-23635 
  35. Yekani Fard, M., Raji, B., Woodward, J., Oramas, M., Padilla, M., and Chattopadhyay, A. “Damage initiation and propagation in hybrid composite structures,” 59th AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics, and Materials Conference, January 8-12, Kissimmee, Florida, U.S.A, 2018, 10.2514/6.2018-2003 
  36. Yekani Fard, M., Raji, B., Padilla, M., Woodward, J., Oramas, M., and Chattopadhyay, A. “Fracture properties of seamless and stitch-bonded carbon fiber plates and tube type structures,” 59th AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics, and Materials Conference, January 8-12, Kissimmee, Florida, U.S.A., 2018. 10.2514/6.2018-1644 
  37. Yekani Fard, M., Woodward, J., Datta, S., Raji, B., and Chattopadhyay, A.  “Characterization of interlaminar fracture properties of advanced polymer matrix composites interleaved with buckypaper,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, November 11-17, Phoenix, AZ. U.S.A., 2016, 50633. https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66943 
  38. Yekani Fard, M., Raji, B., Woodward, J., and Chattopadhyay, A. “The Effects of in-service induced reduction of bonding quality on the mode I, II, and I-II fracture toughness of CNT nanocomposites,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, November 11-17, Phoenix, AZ. U.S.A., 2016, 10.1115/IMECE201666907 
  39. Datta, S., Yekani Fard, M., and Chattopadhyay, A. “Fatigue crack growth behavior of hybrid glass fiber laminates with embedded functionalized carbon nanotube membranes,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, November 11-17, Phoenix, AZ. U.S.A., 2016. https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66433 
  40. Datta, S., Yekani Fard, M., Johnston, J.P., Quigley, E., and Chattopadhyay, A. “In-situ strain and damage sensing in glass fiber laminates using embedded CNT membranes,” 10th International Workshop on Structural Health Monitoring, Stanford, California, U.S.A., 2015. 10.12783/SHM2015/213 
  41. Yekani Fard, M., Raji, B., and Chattopadhyay, A. “Fracture mechanics based total fatigue life behavior for stitch-bonded polymer matrix composites,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, November 13-21, San Diego, California, U.S.A., 2013, 56178. https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-64045  
  42. Yekani Fard, M., Chattopadhyay, A., and Raji, B. “Environmental effects on flexural over-strength factor of epoxy resin materials,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, November 13-21, San Diego, California, U.S.A., 2013, 56383. https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-64014 
  43. Yekani Fard, M., Raji, B., Sadat, S.M., and Chattopadhyay, A. “Study of surface and sub-surface damage initiation and propagation in carbon/epoxy composites,” 54th AIAA/ASME/ ASCE/AHS/ASC, Structures, Structural Dynamics, and Materials Conference, April 8-10, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A., 2013. 10.2514/6.2013-1764 
  44. Yekani Fard, M., Raji, B., Postelnicu, E., Cheng, X., Sadat, S.M., and Chattopadhyay, A. “Effects of curing temperature and environmental conditions on mode I fracture behavior for a laminated biaxial carbon/epoxy composite,” 54th AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC, Structures, Structural Dynamics, and Materials Conference, April 8-10, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A., 2013. 10.2514/6.2013-1907 
  45. Yekani Fard, M., and Chattopadhyay, A. “Flexural over-strength factor for epoxy resin materials,” 54th AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC, Structures, Structural Dynamics, and Materials Conference, April 8-10, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A., 2013. 10.2514/6.2013-1906 
  46. Yekani Fard, M., Sadat, S.M., Postelnicu, E., Chattopadhyay, A., and Raji, B. “Study of fatigue and post-fatigue Behavior of stitch-bonded composites,” 54th AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC, Structures, Structural Dynamics, and Materials Conference, April 8 – 10, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A., 2013. 10.2514/6.2013-1877 
  47. Neerukatti, R.K., Kim, I., Yekani Fard, M., and Chattopadhyay, A. “Prediction of scour depth around bridge piers using Gaussian process,” SPIE Smart Structures and Materials/NDE, March 10-14th, San Diego, California, U.S.A., 2013. Doi: 10.1117/12.2009901 
  48. Kim, I., Yekani Fard, M., and Chattopadhyay, A. “Bridge pier scour prediction by multi-objective optimization using the genetic algorithm,” 9th International Workshop on Structural Health Monitoring, September 10-12, Stanford, California, U.S.A., 2013.  
  49. Yekani Fard, M., Chattopadhyay, A., and Liu, Y. “Analytical and statistical approaches to flexural behavior for epoxy resin materials,” 53rd AIAA/ASME/ASCE/ AHS/ ASC, Structures, Structural Dynamics, and Materials Conference (SDM), April 23-26, Honolulu, Hawaii, U.S.A., 2012. DOI: 10.2514/6.2012-1964 
  50. Borkowski, L., Yekani Fard, M., and Chattopadhyay, A. “Modeling lamb wave propagation for damage detection in a complex metallic aerospace structural component,” 53rd AIAA/ ASME/ASCE/AHS/ ASC, Structures, Structural Dynamics, and Materials Conference (SDM), April 23-26, Honolulu, Hawaii, U.S.A., 2012. DOI: 10.2514/6.2012-1785 
  51. Liu, Y., Yekani Fard, M., Chattopadhyay, A., and Seaver, M. “A statistical approach to investigate temperature effects on guided wave based structural health monitoring,” 53rd AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC, Structures, Structural Dynamics, and Materials Conference (SDM), April 23-26, Honolulu, Hawaii, U.S.A., 2012.  
  52. Liu, Y., Yekani Fard, M., and Chattopadhyay, A. “Kernel feature space based low velocity impact monitoring,” ASME Conference on Smart Materials, Adaptive Structures and Intelligent Systems, September 19–21, Stone Mountain, Georgia, U.S.A., 2012.  https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2012-8242 
  53. Liu, Y., Yekani Fard, M., Rajadas, A., and Chattopadhyay, A. “Autonomous sensing of composites with carbon nanotubes for structural health monitoring,” SPIE Smart Structures and Materials/NDE, March 11-15, San Diego, California, U.S.A., 2012. DOI: 10.1117/12.915467 
  54. Yekani Fard, M., Liu, Y., and Chattopadhyay, A. “Nonlinear flexural modeling for epoxy resin materials,” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress & Exposition, IMECE, November 11-17, Denver, Colorado, U.S.A., 2011. https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2011-64193 
  55. Yekani Fard, M., Liu, Y., and Chattopadhyay, A. “Inverse analysis of constitutive relation for epoxy resin materials,” 52nd AIAA/ASME/ASCE/ASC, Structures, Structural Dynamics, and Materials Conference (SDM), April 4-7, Denver, Colorado, U.S.A., 2011. DOI: 10.2514/6.2011-1746 
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