Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Mechanics
Dr. Albertani’s research interests include aerodynamics and stress analysis of flexible structures, environmental impact of wind energy, high-performance sailboats testing techniques, fiber composites technology, micro air vehicles, and biological flight mechanics. Dr. Albertani's research has been supported by the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Dept. of Energy, Hydro Research Foundation, European Office of Aerospace Research & Development, U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, Oregon BEST, universities in the Europena Union and private companies. He is a member of AIAA, AUVSI, SAMPE and SEM.