Brandon Mills
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About
Brandon Mills is at the forefront of non-destructive evaluation (NDE) for critical energy infrastructure, specializing in the intersection of robotics, advanced ultrasonics, and structural integrity. His major contributions center on developing novel, field-deployable methods for assessing bolted connections and welded joints. Mills introduced a groundbreaking Phased Array Ultrasonic (PAUT) approach for preload measurement in offshore wind turbine bolted connections, a technique that combines robotics with nonlinear acoustoelasticity and finite element analysis to detect acceptable defects—a critical advancement for maintenance in inaccessible offshore environments. His work on residual stress analysis in robotically welded plates is equally impactful, employing PAUT alongside neutron diffraction and hole-drilling methods for validation, with Pogo ultrasonic simulation enhancing accuracy. With over 17 citations across his most-cited papers, Mills’ research is rapidly gaining traction for its practical, high-precision solutions to real-world engineering challenges. His achievements include pioneering the integration of robotic platforms with ultrasonic testing, setting new standards for reliability in renewable energy and heavy fabrication sectors.
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