Dr. Roger Tipton is a leading researcher in the field of composite and sustainable materials. Dr. Tipton’s work is dedicated to advancing the understanding and application of innovative materials for a sustainable and technologically advanced future.
Our research group is dedicated to the innovation and development of novel materials, with a keen focus on their integration into groundbreaking products. This necessitates our active participation in both fundamental and applied aspects of materials science and engineering and a collaborative partnership between research and industry. Our discovery process is driven by a comprehensive approach, involving an interdisciplinary team of materials scientists, chemical engineers, biomedical engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, among other related disciplines. This diverse team enables us to holistically address the challenges of new material development.
Research Interests
Design, characterization, and optimization of composite materials. Research aims to unlock the full potential of composites for diverse applications.
Exploring the development of sustainable alternatives to traditional materials. Research focuses on bio-based polymers, recycled composites, and natural fiber reinforcements.
Utilizing flexible sensors and wearables to understand how the human body interacts with the world around us and how we can use that information to improve the human condition.
Research Projects Include:
- Composite inlet structures for lightweight aerospace applications
- Collaborating with aerospace industry partners to optimize the material parameters to achieve enhanced mechanical properties for jet engine structures.
- Properties of biocomposites made from cellulosic fillers
- Developing bio-based composite polymers to reduce our reliance on fossil fuel-derived materials.
- Additive manufacturing of high performance optical polymers
- Exploring the use of hybrid additive and subtractive process to fabricate micron scale polymer optical devices.
- Wearable sensors for construction workers
- Using wearable sensor enabled gloves to monitor worker health and performance
Collaborations and Partnerships
Dr. Tipton actively collaborates with academic institutions, industry partners, and research organizations to foster innovation and knowledge exchange. His collaborations include joint research projects, technology transfer initiatives, and participation in interdisciplinary research consortia.
Contact Information
For inquiries, collaboration opportunities, or more information about Dr. Roger Tipton’s research, please feel free to reach out:
Dr. Roger Tipton
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
218 Grigg Hall, 9201 University City Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28223
rtipton2@charlotte.edu | (704) 687-0116