Research Symposium
26th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 1, 2026
Timothy Chance Poster Session 2: 10:45 am - 11:45 am / Poster #192
BIO
I am a 2nd year Undergraduate Chemical Engineering student at the Joint FAMU-FSU College of Engineering. My involvements on campus involve the Undergraduate Research Program (UROP), Marching Chiefs, and the Chi Phi Fraternity. In the future I hope to pursue a graduate degree in Chemical Engineering
An Analysis of Hydrogen Uptake Within Nitinol-60
Authors: Timothy Chance, Craig BarbourStudent Major: Chemical Engineering
Mentor: Craig Barbour
Mentor's Department: Department of Mechanical Engineering Mentor's College: FAMU-FSU College of Engineering Co-Presenters: N/a
Abstract
Nitinol-60, a shape-memory alloy composed of 60% titanium and 40% nickel by mass, is widely used in dental appliances, aeronautic systems, and hydrogen energy applications. Understanding how this alloy interacts with hydrogen is critical for its safe and effective use in hydrogen energy processes. This study investigates the relationship between temperature and hydrogen uptake in Nitinol-60 to establish quantitative standards for its utilization in high-temperature hydrogen environments.
Keywords: Material Science, Tribology, Mechanical Engineering