Publication – Project ERC COTOFLEXI – Leibniz Universität Hannover

The coupled elasto-viscoplasticity-damage model for finite deformation and interface failure in thermal barrier coatings by using the phase field method

Bie, Y., Lan, T., Ren, H., Duan, Y., Bui, T. Q., Zhuang, X., Rabczuk, T. & Wei, Y., Jun 2026, In: Composite Structures. 389, 120428.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer review

Original language	English
Article number	120428
Journal	Composite Structures
Volume	389
E-pub ahead of print	8 May 2026
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2026.120428
Publication status	Published - Jun 2026

Side-fused signal–pump combiner and microstructured cladding light stripper for triple-clad fibers

Brockmüller, E., Haverland, N., Antonov, D., Zentgraf, D., Kranert, F., Lachmayer, R., Neumann, J. & Kracht, D., 13 Feb 2026, In: Optical engineering. 65, 2, 026102.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer review

Original language	English
Article number	026102
Journal	Optical engineering
Volume	65
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1117/1.OE.65.2.026102
Publication status	Published - 13 Feb 2026

On-demand optimal design of Rayleigh wave metasurfaces

Cai, R., Pu, X., Jin, Y., Zhuang, X. & Rabczuk, T., 1 Sept 2026, In: International Journal of Mechanical Sciences. 325, 111821.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer review

Original language	English
Article number	111821
Journal	International Journal of Mechanical Sciences
Volume	325
E-pub ahead of print	10 Jun 2026
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijmecsci.2026.111821
Publication status	E-pub ahead of print - 10 Jun 2026

Optimization of shield tunnel joints: Focusing on structural performance with considerations for low-carbon emissions and economic efficiency

Cai, M., Rabczuk, T., Zhou, S. & Zhuang, X., Feb 2026, In: Underground Space (new). 26, p. 412-434 23 p.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer review

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	412-434
Number of pages	23
Journal	Underground Space (new)
Volume	26
E-pub ahead of print	3 Dec 2025
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.undsp.2025.02.012
Publication status	Published - Feb 2026

NOWS: Neural Operator Warm Starts for accelerating iterative solvers

Eshaghi, M. S., Anitescu, C., Valizadeh, N., Wang, Y., Zhuang, X. & Rabczuk, T., 15 Aug 2026, In: Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering. 458, 118989.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer review

Original language	English
Article number	118989
Journal	Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering
Volume	458
E-pub ahead of print	15 May 2026
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cma.2026.118989
Publication status	E-pub ahead of print - 15 May 2026

Frictional strength and stability of laterally heterogeneous faults under fluid diffusion conditions

Han, S., Zhuang, X., Feng, W., Yao, Q., Zhou, Q. & Hu, X., 16 Feb 2026, In: TECTONOPHYSICS. 922, 231057.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer review

Original language	English
Article number	231057
Journal	TECTONOPHYSICS
Volume	922
E-pub ahead of print	29 Dec 2025
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tecto.2025.231057
Publication status	Published - 16 Feb 2026

Simulation of soil collapse based on the local radial basis function collocation method

Hong, A., Liao, X., Zheng, H. & Zhuang, X., May 2026, In: Engineering Analysis with Boundary Elements. 186, 106687.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer review

Original language	English
Article number	106687
Journal	Engineering Analysis with Boundary Elements
Volume	186
E-pub ahead of print	2 Mar 2026
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enganabound.2026.106687
Publication status	Published - May 2026

Propagation and evolution graph method embedded with physical constraints for multi-factor coupled deep fault diagnosis in aero-engines

Huang, Y., Sun, G., Rabczuk, T. & Zhuang, X., 1 Jan 2026, In: ENERGY. 342, 139555.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer review

Original language	English
Article number	139555
Journal	ENERGY
Volume	342
E-pub ahead of print	5 Dec 2025
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2025.139555
Publication status	Published - 1 Jan 2026

Computational modeling, inverse design, and characterization of electro-mechanical willis metamaterials

Huynh, H. D., 29 Jan 2026, Hannover: Leibniz Universität Hannover. 164 p.

Research output: Thesis › Doctoral thesis

Original language	English
Qualification	Doktor(in) der Naturwissenschaften (Dr. rer. nat.)
Awarding Institution	Leibniz University Hannover
Supervisors/Advisors	Zhuang, Xiaoying, Supervisor
Award date	17 Dec 2025
Place of Publication	Hannover
Publisher	Leibniz Universität Hannover
Print ISBNs	9783949403477
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.15488/20378
Publication status	Published - 29 Jan 2026

Isogeometric topology optimization of flexoelectric materials based on perturbation analysis

Li, B., Yue, Q., Nanthakumar, S. S., Rabczuk, T. & Zhuang, X., 1 Jan 2026, In: Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering. 448, 118475.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer review

Original language	English
Article number	118475
Journal	Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering
Volume	448
E-pub ahead of print	17 Oct 2025
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cma.2025.118475
Publication status	Published - 1 Jan 2026

A unified energy framework combining nonlocal macro-meso-scale consistent damage and cohesive zone models for failure prediction of fiber-reinforced composites

Lv, W., Zhuang, X., Xia, X., Gu, X. & Zhang, Q., 1 Oct 2026, In: Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering. 460, 119101.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer review

Original language	English
Article number	119101
Journal	Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering
Volume	460
E-pub ahead of print	27 May 2026
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cma.2026.119101
Publication status	E-pub ahead of print - 27 May 2026

First-principles investigation of novel stable, strong, and highly attractive semiconducting nanoporous C₃N and CN monolayers

Mortazavi, B., Karlický, F., Zhuang, X. & Shahrokhi, M., Mar 2026, In: Results in Chemistry. 21, 103088.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer review

Original language	English
Article number	103088
Journal	Results in Chemistry
Volume	21
E-pub ahead of print	24 Jan 2026
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rechem.2026.103088
Publication status	Published - Mar 2026

Machine learning-assisted first-principles study of structural, electronic, optical, thermal, and mechanical properties of novel s-triazine-based organic framework monolayers

Mortazavi, B., Shojaei, F., Shahrokhi, M. & Zhuang, X., 5 Feb 2026, In: CARBON. 248, 121092.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer review

Original language	English
Article number	121092
Journal	CARBON
Volume	248
E-pub ahead of print	24 Nov 2025
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbon.2025.121092
Publication status	Published - 5 Feb 2026

Novel bora- and aza-triangulene-based graphyne and graphdiyne: Stable and stretchable narrow-gap semiconductors explored by first principles and machine learning

Mortazavi, B., Shojaei, F., Zhuang, X. & Shahrokhi, M., Jun 2026, In: Computational Materials Today. 10, 100057.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer review

Original language	English
Article number	100057
Journal	Computational Materials Today
Volume	10
E-pub ahead of print	15 May 2026
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.commt.2026.100057
Publication status	Published - Jun 2026

Inverse design of 3D polymer integrated optics compatible with multi-photon lithography

Nanda, A., Rittmeier, A., Rüsseler, A. K., Hinkelmann, M., Kues, M. & Lesina, A. C., 1 May 2026, In: Optics letters. 51, 9, p. 2516-2519 4 p.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer review

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	2516-2519
Number of pages	4
Journal	Optics letters
Volume	51
Issue number	9
E-pub ahead of print	21 Apr 2026
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1364/OL.590077
Publication status	Published - 1 May 2026

Hetero[8]circulene-Based 2D Materials: A DFT Study of Electronic, Mechanical, and Transport Properties

Rastipour, Z., Shahrokhi, M., Shojaei, F., Zhuang, X. & Mortazavi, B., 23 Feb 2026, In: ACS Applied Energy Materials. 9, 4, p. 2089-2100 12 p.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer review

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	2089-2100
Number of pages	12
Journal	ACS Applied Energy Materials
Volume	9
Issue number	4
E-pub ahead of print	23 Jan 2026
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1021/acsaem.5c03121
Publication status	Published - 23 Feb 2026

High-dimensional time-bin processing via chirped phase modulation for dense frequency multiplexing in quantum networks

Rübeling, P., Johanning, R., Heine, J., Duran, S., Marchukov, O. V. & Kues, M., 19 Mar 2026, 2026 Optical Fiber Communications Conference and Exhibition, OFC 2026 - Proceedings. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.

Research output: Chapter in book/report/conference proceeding › Conference contribution › Research › peer review

Original language	English
Title of host publication	2026 Optical Fiber Communications Conference and Exhibition, OFC 2026 - Proceedings
Publisher	Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)	9781957171548
ISBN (Print)	979-8-3195-4570-1
Publication status	Published - 19 Mar 2026
Event	2026 Optical Fiber Communications Conference and Exhibition, OFC 2026 - Los Angeles, United States Duration: 15 Mar 2026 → 19 Mar 2026

Conference

Conference	2026 Optical Fiber Communications Conference and Exhibition, OFC 2026
Abbreviated title	OFC 2026
Country/Territory	United States
City	Los Angeles
Period	15 Mar 2026 → 19 Mar 2026

Experimental and numerical analysis of thermal lensing effects in Nd:YVO₄

Schneewind, M., Booker, P., Iakushev, S., Spiekermann, S., Wessels, P., Neumann, J. & Kracht, D., 26 Jan 2026, In: Optics express. 34, 2, p. 3118-3125 8 p.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer review

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	3118-3125
Number of pages	8
Journal	Optics express
Volume	34
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1364/OE.583060
Publication status	Published - 26 Jan 2026

Spherical aberration compensation in Nd:YVO₄ amplifiers

Schneewind, M., Spiekermann, S., Wessels, P., Neumann, J. & Kracht, D., 4 May 2026, In: Optics express. 34, 9, p. 16964-16969 6 p.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer review

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	16964-16969
Number of pages	6
Journal	Optics express
Volume	34
Issue number	9
E-pub ahead of print	29 Apr 2026
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1364/OE.592520
Publication status	Published - 4 May 2026

Up-chirped nonlinear thulium fiber amplifier delivering sub-100 fs high-energetic pulses

Schuhbauer, B., Pius, J., Favia, A., Haxsen, F., Morgner, U., Neumann, J. & Kracht, D., 19 Feb 2026, In: Optics letters. 51, 5, p. 1160-1163 4 p.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer review

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	1160-1163
Number of pages	4
Journal	Optics letters
Volume	51
Issue number	5
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1364/OL.586080
Publication status	Published - 19 Feb 2026

First-principles discovery of stable, anisotropic, semiconducting Sb₂X₂O (X = S, Se) and Janus Sb₂SSeO nanosheets for optoelectronics and photocatalysis

Shahrokhi, M. & Mortazavi, B., Jan 2026, In: Materials Today Energy. 55, 102172.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer review

Original language	English
Article number	102172
Journal	Materials Today Energy
Volume	55
E-pub ahead of print	19 Dec 2025
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mtener.2025.102172
Publication status	Published - Jan 2026

An energy-limited gradient damage approach for 3D thermal fracture analysis

Su, C., Lu, D., Zhuang, X., Rabczuk, T., Zhou, X., He, Q. & Du, X., 15 Jan 2026, In: Computers and Structures. 321, 108084.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer review

Original language	English
Article number	108084
Journal	Computers and Structures
Volume	321
E-pub ahead of print	28 Dec 2025
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruc.2025.108084
Publication status	Published - 15 Jan 2026

On-Demand Inverse Design of Phononic Metamaterials via Deep Learning

Tran, V. T., 19 Jan 2026, Hannover: Leibniz Universität Hannover. 105 p.

Research output: Thesis › Doctoral thesis

Original language	English
Qualification	Doktor(in) der Naturwissenschaften (Dr. rer. nat.)
Awarding Institution	Leibniz University Hannover
Supervisors/Advisors	Zhuang, Xiaoying, Supervisor
Award date	15 Dec 2025
Place of Publication	Hannover
Publisher	Leibniz Universität Hannover
Print ISBNs	978-3-949403-46-0
Publication status	Published - 19 Jan 2026

Analysis of friction-adhesion-buckling interactions in shell-like elastic structures via an isogeometric point-to-segment contact formulation

Wang, C., Hu, L., Li, Y., Lu, H., Li, Y., Hu, H. & Feng, Z., 15 Jan 2026, In: Computers and Structures. 321, 108092.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer review

Original language	English
Article number	108092
Journal	Computers and Structures
Volume	321
E-pub ahead of print	30 Dec 2025
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruc.2025.108092
Publication status	Published - 15 Jan 2026

Pretrain finite element method: A pretraining and warm-start framework for PDEs via physics-informed neural operators

Wang, Y., Hao, Z., Eshaghi, M. S., Anitescu, C., Zhuang, X., Rabczuk, T. & Liu, Y., Aug 2026, In: Journal of the Mechanics and Physics of Solids. 214, 106682.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer review

Original language	English
Article number	106682
Journal	Journal of the Mechanics and Physics of Solids
Volume	214
E-pub ahead of print	14 May 2026
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jmps.2026.106682
Publication status	E-pub ahead of print - 14 May 2026

The coupled elasto-viscoplasticity-damage model for finite deformation and interface failure in thermal barrier coatings by using the phase field method

Side-fused signal–pump combiner and microstructured cladding light stripper for triple-clad fibers

On-demand optimal design of Rayleigh wave metasurfaces

Optimization of shield tunnel joints: Focusing on structural performance with considerations for low-carbon emissions and economic efficiency

NOWS: Neural Operator Warm Starts for accelerating iterative solvers

Frictional strength and stability of laterally heterogeneous faults under fluid diffusion conditions

Simulation of soil collapse based on the local radial basis function collocation method

Propagation and evolution graph method embedded with physical constraints for multi-factor coupled deep fault diagnosis in aero-engines

Computational modeling, inverse design, and characterization of electro-mechanical willis metamaterials

Isogeometric topology optimization of flexoelectric materials based on perturbation analysis

A unified energy framework combining nonlocal macro-meso-scale consistent damage and cohesive zone models for failure prediction of fiber-reinforced composites

First-principles investigation of novel stable, strong, and highly attractive semiconducting nanoporous C3N and CN monolayers

Machine learning-assisted first-principles study of structural, electronic, optical, thermal, and mechanical properties of novel s-triazine-based organic framework monolayers

Novel bora- and aza-triangulene-based graphyne and graphdiyne: Stable and stretchable narrow-gap semiconductors explored by first principles and machine learning

Inverse design of 3D polymer integrated optics compatible with multi-photon lithography

Hetero[8]circulene-Based 2D Materials: A DFT Study of Electronic, Mechanical, and Transport Properties

High-dimensional time-bin processing via chirped phase modulation for dense frequency multiplexing in quantum networks

Conference

Experimental and numerical analysis of thermal lensing effects in Nd:YVO4

Spherical aberration compensation in Nd:YVO4 amplifiers

Up-chirped nonlinear thulium fiber amplifier delivering sub-100 fs high-energetic pulses

First-principles discovery of stable, anisotropic, semiconducting Sb2X2O (X = S, Se) and Janus Sb2SSeO nanosheets for optoelectronics and photocatalysis

An energy-limited gradient damage approach for 3D thermal fracture analysis

On-Demand Inverse Design of Phononic Metamaterials via Deep Learning

Analysis of friction-adhesion-buckling interactions in shell-like elastic structures via an isogeometric point-to-segment contact formulation

Pretrain finite element method: A pretraining and warm-start framework for PDEs via physics-informed neural operators

FINANZIERUNG

First-principles investigation of novel stable, strong, and highly attractive semiconducting nanoporous C₃N and CN monolayers

Experimental and numerical analysis of thermal lensing effects in Nd:YVO₄

Spherical aberration compensation in Nd:YVO₄ amplifiers

First-principles discovery of stable, anisotropic, semiconducting Sb₂X₂O (X = S, Se) and Janus Sb₂SSeO nanosheets for optoelectronics and photocatalysis