Mechanical Engineering Graduate Program - Rio de Janeiro State University (UERJ) - Brazil

Mechanical Engineering Graduate Program

PPG-EM >> Research Areas

Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical engineering is the branch of engineering that applies the principles of engineering, physics and material science to the mathematical modeling, design, analysis, manufacturing and maintenance of mechanical systems.

Research Areas of PPG-EM, UERJ

Transport Phenomena

Thermosciences

Studies thermal and energetic phenomena in engineering systems, including fluid mechanics, heat and mass transfer, and energy conversion. It involves physical modeling, numerical analysis, and experimental investigation.

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Investigates incompressible and compressible flows in internal and external environments, multiphase and reactive flows, instabilities, and transition to turbulence. It employs analytical methods, CFD, and bench-scale experiments for prediction, control, and performance improvement of fluid-dynamic systems.
Analyzes conduction, convection, and radiation mechanisms, species transport, and thermodynamic energy conversion processes. It develops and validates models and devices for heat exchangers, refrigeration and air-conditioning systems, industrial thermal processes, and renewable energy utilization.
Solid Mechanics

Solid Mechanics and Materials Technology

Investigates the mechanical behavior of materials, components, and structures under different loading and environmental conditions. It integrates theoretical modeling, numerical simulation, and experimental testing for the analysis of stresses, strains, fatigue, fracture, structural integrity, and material properties, from microstructural characterization to in-service performance.

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Investigates the behavior of materials and structures under static and dynamic loading conditions. It involves stress and strain analysis, vibrations, and failure mechanisms, integrating numerical modeling, experimental testing, and structural monitoring to improve the performance and reliability of mechanical systems.
Investigates the processing, transformation, and characterization of structural, functional, and nanomaterials. It analyzes the effects of welding, forming, and heat treatments on microstructure and mechanical, thermal, and chemical performance, using theoretical-computational modeling and advanced characterization techniques, such as X-ray diffraction and spectroscopy. It aims to optimize properties and reliability, developing solutions applicable to components, coatings, and devices of technological, energy, and biomedical interest.