Center for Predictive Materials Modeling and Simulation

The Center for Predictive Materials Modeling and Simulation (PMMS) focuses on the potential for prediction of damage (irreversible and cumulative deformation) in polymer composites due to mechanical and environmental loading. These predictions are now feasible by utilizing a hierarchy of advanced modeling techniques including atomistic and molecular simulation, polymer mechanics, mesoscale micromechanical modeling and composite mechanics validated via nanometrology and macroscopic measurements.