Stochastic Analysis and Nonlinear Dynamics (SAND)

In the Stochastic Analysis and Nonlinear Dynamics (SAND) lab our goal is to understand, predict, and/or optimize complex engineering and environmental systems where uncertainty or stochasticity is equally important with the dynamics. We specialize on the development of analytical and computational methods for modeling high dimensional nonlinear systems characterized by nonlinear energy transfers between dynamical components, broad energy spectra with complex statistics, and persistent or intermittent instabilities. We are particularly interested on the development of inexpensive predictive capacity for such systems as well as the development of design criteria for engineering applications.