Sander van den Broek

Who are you and what is your research topic?
I’m an engineer specialized in mechanics. My current research topic focuses on tailoring structures by
varying geometry or material properties.

Which research question are you working on?
I am working on a work package aiming at reducing fatigue sensitivity of structures by tailoring it.

What makes this topic special/exciting for you?
I am using a method I developed myself and get to apply it on a 3D printed structures and validate it
experimentally!

Why is your topic relevant to future aviation?
I believe that manufacturing processes and materials will become more complex and less
homogeneous in the future. This adds risk within the design, but also provides additional design
freedoms in both geometry and material properties. Numerical methods on how to utilize these
properly will be essential.

What is special about participating in the interdisciplinary research network SE²A?
It gives an opportunity to participate in exciting collaborations, and work towards a common goal
among different institutes.