College
College of Engineering and Polymer Science
Date of Last Revision
2026-05-07 06:08:08
Major
Aerospace Systems Engineering
Honors Course
MECE 461-001
Number of Credits
3
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science
Date of Expected Graduation
Spring 2026
Abstract
Ultrasonic Nanocrystal Surface Modification (UNSM) is a process used to change the surface hardness of flat-faced materials. It is a machining process using a high-powered laser and a blunt-tipped tool at high speeds which aims to improve the uniformity of the surface on most metals. By heating and pressing the surface of the workpiece, the grains of the material become less rounded and more cohesive on a microscopic level. This, ideally, results in a workpiece with improved material properties. The changes were previously observed through hardness testing.
Research Sponsor
Dr. Manigandan Kannan
First Reader
Kimberly Griggy
Second Reader
Caroline Lubin
Honors Faculty Advisor
Dr. Scott Sawyer
Proprietary and/or Confidential Information
No
Community Engaged Scholarship
No
Recommended Citation
Carano, Julia R., "Optimization of Post-Processing Methods for Additively Manufactured Metals" (2026). Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects. 2182.
https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/honors_research_projects/2182