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CCM Named CAMX ACE Finalist
The University of Delaware Center for Composite Materials has been named a CAMX ACE Finalist for its development of the Composite Hard Upper Torso (CHUT) for NASA’s xEMU spacesuit.
Uday Kiran Balaga presents at SPE ANTEC 2026 in Pittsburgh, PA
The presentation, titled “Z-Penetration Deposition Approach to Strengthen Interlayers in Fiber-Reinforced Additive Manufacturing,” introduces a novel strategy to enhance interfacial properties.
Career Milestone: Nuwan Dewapriya Appointed Associate Scientist at CCM
We are proud to announce the promotion of Nuwan Dewapriya to Associate Scientist at the Center for Composite Materials. This advancement is a testament to Nuwan’s relentless pursuit of excellence and his transformative contributions to our research portfolio.
Faces of Innovation: Zachary Krewson
UD Center For Composite Materials is advancing next-generation composite manufacturing for defense applications, and Research Associate II, Zachary Krewson, plays a key role in this effort at the University of Delaware
McBride Visits CCM Research and Education Programs
The UD Center For Composite Materials was honored to welcome Sarah McBride for a visit to learn more about our research and education programs.
Innovation in action at the UD Center For Composite Materials
Suresh Advani and Uday Kiran Balaga have developed a game-changing optimization for 3D printing that improves Z-direction strength by 22%.
Congratulations to Govind Sharma for this incredible trifecta of honors
Govind, a Post-Doctoral Researcher here at the UD Center For Composite Materials (CCM), was recently recognized with three prestigious awards for his doctoral thesis focusing on electrospun, polyacrylonitrile-based carbon nanofiber composites.
Success at 2026 SAMPE Baltimore / Washington Chapter Student Symposium
We are proud to share the highlights from the 2026 SAMPE Baltimore / Washington Chapter Student Symposium, where the UD Center For Composite Materials (CCM) demonstrated a distinguished presence
CCM Research Spotlight: Aviation & Aerospace
As part of our CCM Research Highlights series, today we’re featuring our work in aviation and aerospace, advancing composite technologies that enable lighter, stronger, and more efficient next-generation aircraft.
Exploring Interfaces That Matter in Polymer Composites – By Maneesha Sahni
My work focuses on the fracture mechanics of highly filled polymer composites, with a particular emphasis on understanding how surface functionalization of glass beads influences cavitation behavior when embedded in a polymer matrix under tensile loading.
Behind every great engineer is a mentor who believed in them
As we celebrate Engineers Week, we recognize the educators and leaders who shape the next generation of innovators.
Focus on Continuous Fiber Additive Manufacturing (CFAM)
Continuous Fiber Additive Manufacturing (CFAM) is gaining serious attention as aerospace looks for scalable, automated composite solutions.
Amit M. Deshpande receives 1st Place Graduate Student Poster Award at AIM EFRC meeting
Amit M. Deshpande, graduate student at the UD Center For Composite Materials, received 1st Place – Graduate Student Poster Award at the AIM EFRC All Hands Meeting 2026, held January 28 – 29 at the University of Florida