Directory profile for Dr. Evan Schwind

Dr. Schwind’s research portfolio encompasses a range of topics within ceramic processing and the development of structural materials capable of withstanding extreme environments. His work is particularly centered on advancing ultra-high temperature ceramics, which are essential for next-generation aerospace, defense, and energy applications where materials are exposed to intense thermal and mechanical stresses.

A major focus of Dr. Schwind’s investigations is to unravel the intricate relationships between processing methods, resulting microstructures, and the properties of ceramic materials. By systematically exploring how variables such as sintering conditions, and chemical composition impact grain size, phase distribution, and defect formation, he aims to tailor ceramics with superior performance. Of particular interest are the mechanical behaviors of brittle ceramics at elevated temperatures, where phenomena such as creep, thermal shock resistance, and fracture mechanisms become critical.

Through his research, Dr. Schwind seeks to bridge the gap between fundamental materials science and practical engineering solutions, ensuring that innovations in ceramic technology translate into reliable components for real-world applications such as advanced propulsion systems, and thermal protection for aerospace vehicles.