Hongbin Sun
About Hongbin Sun
Hongbin Sun is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, specializing in ultrasonic nondestructive testing and evaluation in civil and nuclear engineering. He holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and has extensive research interests in nonlinear ultrasonic theory and machine learning applications.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Hongbin Sun has been employed as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2020. His work focuses on ultrasonic nondestructive testing and evaluation, contributing to advancements in both civil and nuclear engineering. Oak Ridge National Laboratory, located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, is known for its research in various scientific fields, including materials science and engineering.
Education and Expertise
Hongbin Sun holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Civil Engineering from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, where he studied from 2015 to 2020. He also completed a Bachelor’s Degree and a Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering and Structural Engineering, respectively, at Northwestern Polytechnical University in China. Additionally, he studied nondestructive testing as a visiting student at The University of Texas at Austin in 2014.
Background in Solid Mechanics
Hongbin Sun began his academic journey at Northwestern Polytechnical University, where he studied Solid Mechanics as a Ph.D. student from 2013 to 2015. Although he did not complete this program, his foundational knowledge in solid mechanics has informed his subsequent research in civil engineering and nondestructive testing.
Research Interests
Hongbin Sun's research interests include nonlinear ultrasonic theory and the application of machine learning in ultrasonic nondestructive testing and evaluation. His focus on these areas aims to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of testing methods in engineering, particularly within the civil and nuclear sectors.