Dr. Diane Wowk B.Eng., M.Sc., Ph.D., P.Eng. Assistant Professor

Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Dr. Diane Wowk

Office: SB2209

Telephone: 613-541-6000 ext 6457

Fax: (613) 542-8612

E-mail: Diane.Wowk@rmc.ca

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Royal Military College of Canada

PO Box 17000, Station Forces

Kingston, Ontario CANADA

K7K 7B4

Brief History

Dr. Wowk began working at RMC in September 2008. Before coming to RMC, Dr. Wowk worked as an Engineering Analyst for five (5) years performing finite element analyses for the aerospace, automotive, rail, public transport and manufacturing industries. Her previous research topics include geometric optimization of a bus bumper for impact, exploring different methods of using finite element simulation to determine geometry factors for crack growth and developing a material model for high-rate deformation of AA5754.

Current Projects

Looking for a Masters student to perform finite element analysis on various aircraft components to determine beta factors for crack growth.  Studies will be performed for various geometries and loading conditions with the intent to develop empirical relationships so that the total beta factor can be easily determined through a simple equation.

Specializations & Research Interests (Keywords)

  • Finite element simulation of impact events
  • Finite element simulation of structural deformation due to blast
  • Finite element simulation of intermediate-rate structural deformation
  • Determining beta factor for crack growth using finite element modeling

Current and Recent Teaching Duties

GEE167 Engineering Graphics

MEE331

Strength of Materials

MEE407

Finite Element Methods

MEE431

Stress Analysis

ME505

Advanced Finite Element Methods

Laboratories Used for Research and Teaching

Society Memberships

  • Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO)

Honours and Awards

  • Canadian Council of Professional Engineers - Manulife Financial Scholarship (2006)
  • National Science and Engineering Research Council (PhD) (2004-2006)
  • Canadian Urban Transportation Authority’s Award for Technical Advancement (2001)
  • National Science and Engineering Research Council (Masters) (1996-1998)
  • Canada Scholarship (1992-1996)
  • Welding Institute of Canada Award (1993)

Publications