Victor A. Huayamave

Title
Associate Professor
Email
Department
Mechanical Engineering Department
College
College of Engineering

Areas of Expertise

Biomechanics, Pediatric Orthopaedics, Structural Mechanics, Finite Element Analysis, Computational Modeling, Mechanical Design.
Victor A. Huayamave

Dr. Victor Huayamave is a mechanical engineer specializing in biomechanics and has served as a faculty member at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University since 2015. He earned a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering with an emphasis in biomechanics from the University of Central Florida.

His research focuses on computational biomechanics, including finite element analysis, statistical shape modeling, rigid body dynamics and multiscale modeling of musculoskeletal systems. Dr. Huayamave develops patient-specific anatomical models derived from MRI and CT imaging to study the mechanics of orthopedic pathologies. His work is particularly focused on pediatric conditions such as developmental dysplasia of the hip, with the goal of improving non-surgical treatment strategies through predictive modeling.

Dr. Huayamave received the National Science Foundation CAREER Award in 2023 in recognition of his contributions to biomechanical engineering research and education. He is also part of the network of the International Hip Dysplasia Institute, collaborating with clinicians and researchers to advance the understanding and treatment of hip disorders.

In addition to his research, Dr. Huayamave has extensive experience in simulation-driven design and 3D modeling for mechanical systems and equipment, bridging engineering analysis with real-world applications.

  • Ph.D. - Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering, University of Central Florida
  • M.S. - Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering: Thermo-Fluids, University of Central Florida
  • B.S. - Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, University of Central Florida
  • MECH 404: Advanced Machine Design
  • MECH 439L: Biomed Syst Detail Design Lab
  • MECH 438L: Biomed Syst Prelim Design Lab
  • MECH 439: Biomed System Detail Design
  • MECH 438: Biomed System Prelim Design
  • MECH 800: Dissertation
  • ME 326: Mod & Sim Complx Engi Prob Lab
  • ME 325: Mod & Sim of Complx Engin Prob
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NSF CAREER Award (2023)