DEPARTMENT OF

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING- ENGINEERING MECHANICS

Research Brochure

• Message from the Chair • Faculty Directory • Design/Dynamics Systems Research • Energy ThermoFluids Research • Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering Research • Solid Mechanics Research

Michigan Technological University

1400 Townsend Drive, Houghton, MI 49931-1295 www.me.mtu.edu

Fall 2006 Message from the Department Chair

Dr. William W. Predebon

Department of Mechanical Engineering- Engineering Mechanics

Michigan Technological University

Houghton, Michigan USA

Brief History Michigan Technological University has its roots in the mining and mineral industry. The University was established on February 20, 1885, under Senate Bill 211 as the Michigan School of Mines. During its history it has gone through several name changes from its start as the Michigan School of Mines to the Michigan College of Mines in 1896; to the Michigan College of Mining and Technology in 1927; and to its current name, Michigan Technological University, in 1963. The Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering was established at Michigan Tech in 1928. Michigan Tech has the reputation of providing a quality engineering education. It has had, and continues to have, some of the largest undergraduate engineering programs in the U.S. In particular, our Mechanical Engineering degree program has been in the top seven (7) Mechanical Engineering Departments in the U.S. for twenty-three (23) consecutive years based on BSME degrees granted. For the 2004-2005 Academic Year we are number seven (7) in the U.S. and 2nd in Michigan with 201 BSME graduates.

Rankings The Mechanical Engineering Graduate Program is ranked 50th (top 31%) nationally and 3rd in Michigan amongst the 163 doctoral granting mechanical engineering departments in the U.S. by the 2007 U. S. News & World Report: America’s Best Graduate Schools. We have been in the top 50 for the last three (3) consecutive years. Our Undergraduate Program was ranked 25th (top 16%) nationally and 2nd in Michigan among 148 doctoral granting mechanical engineering departments in the U.S. by the 2005 U. S. News & World Report: America’s Best Colleges. The National Science Foundation (NSF) ranked the ME-EM Department 26th in research expenditures at $7.157 million in FY 2004 among all mechanical engineering departments in the U.S. In the fall of 2006 our graduate student enrollment was 182 of which 81 are PhD students. We also offer an ABET accredited BSE degree, MSME and PhD degrees, and a Design Engineer Certificate all via distance learning technologies.

Competitions, Design Programs & Awards The ME students regularly compete in many national competitions with the following results in 2005: 3rd at the NASA Nanosatellite Design Competition, Nanostate 3, called “HuskySat” & deemed ‘Flyable’. In 2006 our student teams finished: 6th in the SAE Clean Snowmobile Competition; 22nd in the SAE Mini Baja West Competition; and 89th in the SAE Formula Car. The ME-EM Department has a premier Senior Capstone Design Program, which together with its dedicated facilities and staff is unique in the U.S. It is a two course sequence in which the projects are sponsored by industry and funded at $15,000 each. Projects have five (5) seniors working in a team with a faculty advisor to solve real world problems. The students experience the entire design process from concept to customer to produce a product, process or system. The Department is the largest department on campus with forty four (44) faculty and twenty one (21) staff. In 2006 Dr. John W. Sutherland was elected Fellow of SME and Dr. Mohan D. Rao was elected Fellow of SAE and ASME. Dr. L. Brad king earned a 2006 SAE Ralph R. Teetor Educational Award, which continues to place us 2nd for the most Teetor Awards among all universities in the U.S.

Fundraising The Department recently completed Phase I of its Campaign “Building for the Future” having raised $3.4 million in support of our undergraduate program laboratories and equipment and new learning environments. We are now in Phase II of our Campaign “Endowing Excellence” with a goal of $54 million by 2012. The focus of Phase II is people, attracting, rewarding, and retaining the best faculty, staff and students. The goals are endowed faculty chairs, endowed fellowships and scholarships, endowed student educational competition and diversity programs, and endowing the ME-EM Department. To date we have raised over $15.6 million.

Organization The Department is organized into four Technical Areas: Design and Dynamic Systems, Energy-Thermo-Fluids, Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering and Solid Mechanics; and five research caucuses: Engineering Education Innovation, Multi-Scale Systems and Sensors, Powertrain Systems, Space Systems and Multidisciplinary Mechanics & Modeling of Multifunctional & Multi-scale Materials. The enclosed ME-EM Research Brochure has a booklet of all the faculty and research staff including their picture, a brief research description, and recent publications. Also included are four modular booklets, one for each of the Technical Areas. Each booklet features the faculty associated with that Area, their expertise and contact information, the associated laboratories and equipment, funded research contracts and grants during the past Fiscal Year, and recent PhD dissertations and MS theses and their faculty advisors.

More about Houghton, Michigan Houghton lies in the heart of the Upper Michigan’s scenic Keweenaw Peninsula. The campus overlooks Portage Lake and is just a few miles from Lake Superior. The area’s expansive waters and forests, including the University’s 600-acre recreational forest adjoining campus, offer students unparalleled opportunity for outdoor recreation. Houghton has a population of about 7,400 residents. The University’s more than 6,500 students from many states and foreign countries make the area a vibrant multicultural community. Houghton is rated the safest college town in Michigan and the eight-safest in the nation. It also has been named one of the nation’s top-ten summer sports areas, and one of the ten best places in the country to live.

Department of

Mechanical Engineering- Engineering Mechanics

Michigan Technological University

R.L. Smith Building 1400 Townsend Drive

Houghton, Mi 49931-1294

Elias C. Aifantis Professor; PhD University of Minnesota

Research Interests Currently directing the MTU Research Center for the Mechanics of Materials and Instabilities. Also directing the Laboratory of Mechanics of AUT and coordinating an EU-TMR Network on "Spatio- Temporal Instabilities in Deformation and Fracture" involving seven European laboratories through Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. He has published more than 300 papers in the areas of mechanics and materials. Several of these publications helped to identify and establish research areas such as double porosity/diffusivity theory, dislocation patterning, strain gradient theory, material instabilities, and nanomechanics. He has edited five books, organized numerous international symposia and conferences, and been invited to present his research on more than 200 occasions. He is co-editor of the Journal of Mechanical Behavior of Materials, serves on the Advisory Board of the International Journal for Numerical and Analytical Methods in Geomechanics, and has served on the Advisory Board of the Journal of Mechanics of Cohesive-Frictional Materials and Acta Mechanica. His research and academic activities have been supported by NSF/ARMY/AFOSR/ of US, as well as by the Commission of European Communities of EU. Selected Publications • Aifantis, E. C., "Gradient deformation models at nano, micro, and macroscales," J. Eng. Mater. Tech. 121. 189-202, 1999. • Aifantis, E. C., "Strain gradient interpretation of size effects," Int. J. Fract. 95, 229-314, 1999. • Gurkin, M. Yu. and Aifantis, E. C., "Dislocations in the theory of gradient elasticity," Scripta Mater. 40, 559-66, 1999. • Konstantinidis, D. A. and Aifantis, E.C., "Further experimental evidence of the double diffusivity model," Scripta Mater. 40, 1235-41,

1999.

Jeffrey Allen Assistant Professor; PhD University of Dayton

Research Interests Dr. Allen is an experimentalist interested in the study of two-phase flow in capillary systems; such as found in the gas flow channels and diffusion media of PEM fuel cells. The behavior of liquid water in the internal passages of Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cells, a class of low temperature fuel cells, presents a serious challenge to the development of reliable and efficient power units. The factors which influence capillary flow are well established (contact angle, geometry and surface tension), but the behavior of gas-liquid flows subject to capillary phenomena in the complex, manifolding passages of PEM fuel cells is not fully understood. Other active research involves investigations of the stability of evaporating and condensing liquid films, microfluidic systems such as lab-on-a-chip, microfluidic diagnostic development, design and optimization of micro-fuel reformers, and low-gravity fluid dynamics. Selected Publications • A. Herescu and J.S. Allen, "A Theoretical Investigation of an Electric-Field-Driven Menisci Micro-Pump", submitted to J. Fluids

Engineering, July 2006. • S-K Wee, K. D. Kihm, D. M. Pratt and J. S. Allen, “Microscale Heat and Mass Transport of Evaporating Thin Film of Binary Mixture”,

J. Thermophysics and Heat Transfer, 20(2), 320-326, 2006. • S.Y. Son and J.S. Allen, “Visualization and Predictive Modeling of Two-Phase Flow Regime Transition with Applications Towards

Water Management in the Gas-Flow Channels of PEM Fuel Cells”, IMECE2005-82422, 2005 ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, Orlando, Florida, November 5-11, 2005.

• S. M. Som, J. C. Hermanson, and J. S. Allen, “Stability and Heat Transfer Characteristics of an Unsteady Condensing Film”, International Astronautical Congress, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, October 4-8, 2004.

• H. J. Kim, K. D. Kihm, and J. S. Allen, "Examination of Ratiometric Laser Induced Fluorescence Thermometry for Microscale Spatial Measurement Resolution", International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, 46, 3967-3974, 2003.

• J. S. Allen, "An analytical solution for determination of small contact angles from sessile drops of arbitrary size", Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, 261(2), 481-489, 2003.

Mechanics and Materials Science

Capillary Flow, Interfacial Transport Phenomena, Fuel Cells, Phase-Change Heat

Carl L. Anderson Professor; PhD University of Wisconsin-Madison Associate Chair and Director of Graduate Studies Director Powertrain Systems Caucus

Research Interests A microwave telemetry technique for making wireless measurements in reciprocating and rotating machinery has been developed. The technique is being used to study a variety of phenomena in both automotive torque converters and I. C. engines. Cavitation signatures, turbine blade strain, torque converter noise, and static pressure maps on the suction side of the stator blade are being studied in separate projects. Static pressure maps on other blade elements, thermal maps, and flow visualization of the cavitation zones are planned for the future. Piston thermal loading is also studied in a high-speed direct-injection diesel. Fast-response surface thermocouples are used to measure crank angle-resolved surface temperature and calculate instantaneous surface heat flux. The same sensors are being used to identify spray impingement signatures on the piston crown of the running diesel. Selected Publications • Scott A. Miers, Carl L. Anderson, Jason R. Blough, M. Koray Inal, “Impingement Identification in a High Speed Diesel Engine using

Piston Surface Temperature Measurements”, SAE Special Publication 05M-329, 2005. • Peter Sweger, Carl L. Anderson, Jason Blough, ”Measurements of Strain on 310 mm Converter Turbine Blade,” International

Journal of Rotating Machinery, Volume 10, Number 1, pp. 55-63, 2004. • C. L. Anderson, L. Zeng, P. Sweger, A. Narain, and J. R. Blough, “Experimental Investigation of Cavitation Signatures in an

Automotive Torque Converter Using a Microwave Telemetry Technique,” International Journal of Rotating Machinery, Volume 9, Number 6, pp. 403-410, 2003.

• Opris, M. D., Jason, R. R., and Anderson, C. L., "A Comparison of Time-Averaged Piston Temperatures and Surface Heat Flux between a Direct-Fuel Injected and Carbureted Two Stroke Engine," 1998 SAE International Congress and Exposition, SAE Paper No. 980765, Detroit.

John E. Beard Associate Professor; PhD Purdue University Area Director Design/Dynamic Systems

Research Interests Dr. Beard's research includes design for manufacturing in two areas. He is investigating the influence of manufacturing variation on the response of planar and three-dimensional mechanisms. He has examined the influence of design parameters on the wear rates of gerotor types, and developed a pump that demonstrates the potential for decreased wear rates and manufacturing cost. Vehicle suspension systems are being modeled to determine the influence of the kinematic parameters on the tire/road interactions. In this way, the impact of manufacturing and assembly variation on the vehicle performance may be assessed. The model can be used as a design tool to develop a suspension system with improved handling characteristics and decreased production costs. Beard is Faculty Advisor for Challenge-X, the hybrid vehicle design competition sponsored by GM and DOE. He advised the team that designed and built a power-split transmission for the FutureTruck Competition and was the 2002 NSF Faculty Advisor of the Year. Beard is applying his manufacturing experience in tool-and-die design, forming, turning, and grinding to teach effective design in manufacturing for preliminary design courses as well as capstone design courses. The creative teaching process in the capstone design courses produced three patents. Selected Publications • N. Manor, J. Anderson, J. Beard, “Design and Development of the 2003 Michigan Tech Futuretruck, a Parallel Hybrid Electric

Vehicle,” SAE Publication 2003-01-1257. • DD Wright, JE Beard, DA Nelson, Michigan Tech University, In: Enderle JD and Hallowell B, editors. NSF 2002 Engineering

Senior Design Projects to Aid Persons with Disabilities. Mansfield Center, CT: Creative Learning Press, 2003. • M. J. Hurt, J.E. Beard, “Non-Steady State Simulation of a Hybrid-Electric Vehicle,” 03AE-142 Society of Automotive Engineering

Heat Transfer, I. C. Engines, Torque Converter, Infrared Radiometry, Infrared & Microwave Telemetry

Design of Mechanical Systems and Hybrid Electric Powertrains, Biomedical Engineering, Manufacturing

Jason R. Blough Assistant Professor; PhD University of Cincinnati

Research Interests Dr. Blough's research includes dynamic measurement problems, developing new digital signal processing algorithms to understand NVH type problems and ways to improve the NVH characteristics of virtually any machine. He has made measurements on items as small as individual turbine blades to items as large as 45m diameter radio telescopes and many machines in between including automobiles, snowmobiles, M1 tanks, locomotives, and appliances. He has worked on automotive and snowmobile powertrains and other vehicle components to make them quieter. Currently, he is researching the implementation of active noise control systems in passenger vehicles.

Dr. Blough developed order tracking algorithms for processing data on rotating machinery that are commercially licensed. Additional digital signal processing projects have included Kalman Filter development for a specific automotive application and Sound and Vibration Quality Jury and metric studies.

Dr. Blough is well versed in nearly all experimental NVH techniques including Modal Analysis, Transfer Path Analysis, Time-Frequency analysis, etc. He routinely teaches many of these techniques in the classroom and industry short courses. He also has experience in FEA and multi-body dynamics modeling. Selected Publications • Blough, J.R., Gwaltney, G. and Vizanko, J., “Quantifying How the Environment Effects SAE-J192 Pass-by Noise Testing of

Snowmobiles”, Proceedings of the 2005 SAE Noise and Vibration Conference, May 2005, Traverse City, MI. SAE Paper number: 05NVC-236.

• Kowalski, D., Blough, J.R., and Anderson, C., “Cavitation Detection in Automotive Torque Converters using Nearfield Acoustical Measurements”,SAE Noise & Vibration Conference and Exhibition, May 2005, Traverse City, MI, SAE paper number 2005-01-2516.

• Dhaliwal, A.S., Parker, G.G., and Blough, J.R., “Active Structural Acoustic Control of Road Noise in a Passenger Vehicle”, International Journal of Vehicle Autonomous Systems, Special Issue on Intelligent Vehicle Systems, Volume 2, Numbers 3 & 4, pp. 168-188, 2004.

• Blough J.R. "A Survey of DSP Methods for Rotating Machinery Analysis, What is Needed, What is Available", Special Edition of Journal of Sound and Vibration from India-USA Symposium 2001 - Emerging Trends in Vibration and Noise Engineering, Dec. 2001.

Jaime Camelio Assistant Professor; PhD, University of Michigan

Research Interests Design and manufacturing with emphasis on:

Modeling, analysis and control of manufacturing systems Robust and optimal design focusing on product/process interactions Sensors integration for manufacturing process control and modeling Assembly systems Complexity management

Selected Publications • Camelio, J., Hu, S. J., and Ceglarek, D., 2003, “Modeling Variation Propagation of Multi-Station Assembly Systems with Compliant

Parts,” ASME Journal of Mechanical Design, 125(4) pp. 673-681 • Camelio, J., and Hu, S. J., 2004, “Compliant Assembly Variation Analysis using Components Geometric Covariance,” ASME Journal

of Manufacturing Science and Engineering, 126(2) pp. 355-360 • Camelio, J., and Hu, S. J., 2004, “Multiple Fault Diagnosis for Sheet Metal Fixtures using Designated Component Analysis,” ASME

Journal of Manufacturing Science and Engineering, 126(1) pp. 91-97 • Camelio, J., Hu, S. J., Ceglarek, D., 2004, “Impact of Fixture Design on Sheet Metal Assembly Variation,” Journal of Manufacturing

Systems, 23(3) pp. 182-193

Assembly Systems, Dimensional Analysis of Manufacturing Processes, and System Diagnosis

Vibrations, Unique Instrumentation/Data Acquisition, Digital Signal Processing, Noise Control

Peck Cho – On Leave of Absence Professor; PhD Northwestern University

Research Interests

Behavior of laminar and turbulent premixed flames Green engineering Engineering education

Selected Publications • Cho, P., Ch. 4 in Engineering for the Environment, Ed. N. Hutzler, Prentice Hall, 1999. • Cho, P., "Innovative Writing Assignments in Engineering to Enhance Learning, Thinking and Motivation," Journal of Engineering

Education Research, 1.1, pp. 33-42, 1998. • Chung, D. H., Chung, S. H., and Cho, P., "Numerical Study on Extinction of Premixed Flames Using Local Flame Properties,"

Journal of KSME, Vol. 21, No. 1, pp.125-31, 1997. • Morsy, M. H., Ko, Y.S., Chung, S. H., Cho, P., "Laser-Induced Two-Point Ignition of Premixtures with a Single-Shot Laser,"

Combustion and Flame, 125:724-727, 2001. • Kenny, P. and Cho, P., "The Influence of Laminar Flame Speed on Cyclic Combustion Variability," in preparation, 2002.

Choi, S. and Cho, P., "H.O.P.E. Learning Strategy," Hainain, 2002.

Roshan D’Souza Assistant Professor; PhD University of California-Berkeley

Research Interests Dr. D’Souza’s expertise is in the area of geometry and optimization as related to design and manufacturing planning. He teaches courses in CAD, Solid modeling, and Mechatronics. He has researched various topics in manufacturing planning such as feature recognition, setup planning, tool sequence selection, and tool path planning. His work has led to efficient methods tool sequence selection, and tool holder collision handling for 2.5-axis and 3-axis machines. These methods generate cost/time optimal plans based on available resources and desired geometry. Machining costs can be reduced by up to 50% when compared to traditional techniques. Selected Publications • Sundararajan, V., Smith, C., Ahn, S., Kannan, B., D’Souza, R., Sun, G., Kim, J. H., McMains, S., Smith, J. P., Mohole, A., S´equin,

C., and Wright, P. K., 2001, CyberCut: An Internet-based CAD/CAM System, ASME Journal of Computing and Information Science in Engineering, 1(1), 52-59.

• D’Souza, R., Wright, P. K., Séquin, C. H., 2001, “Automated Microplanning for 2.5-D Pocket Machining, Journal of Manufacturing Systems,” 20(4), pp. 288-296.

• D’Souza, R., Wright, P. K., Séquin, C. H., 2002, “Handling Tool Holder Collisions in Optimal Tool Sequence Selection for 2.5-D Pocket Machining,” Proceedings of 2002 ASME Computers and Information in Engineering Conference, September 29 – October 2, Montreal, Canada (Best Paper Award).

• D’Souza, R., S´equin, C., and Wright, P. K., 2004, Automated Tool Sequence Selection for 3-axis Machining of Free-form Pockets, Computer Aided Design, 36(7), 595-605

Combustion

Manufacturing Planning, Optimization, Process Planning, and Planning Automation

William J. Endres Associate Professor; PhD University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Area Director Manufacturing & Industrial

Research Interests Endres' expertise is in manufacturing and design. He teaches courses in mechanical design, manufacturing process, machining process, machining process modeling, and machining dynamics. Endres' research is in the areas of machining dynamics, cutting mechanics and mechanistic process modeling techniques. His experimental research and associated model developments are contributing to an improved fundamental understanding of the effects of the blunt edge and wear-land found on most cutting tools. His work also focuses on dynamic modeling of machine-tool joints and analytical machining dynamics, including solutions for vibration level as well as stability in the presence of multiple/parallel processes, real tooling geometry, periodic time variation, high and ultrahigh speeds, and multi-dimensional machine-tool dynamics. Selected Publications • Corpus, W. T., and Endres, W. J., 2004, “Added Stability Lobes for Machining Processes that Exhibit Periodic Time Variation – Part

1: An Analytical Solution,” ASME J. Mfg. Sci. and Engg., pp. 467-474. • Corpus, W. T., and Endres, W. J., 2004, “Added Stability Lobes for Machining Processes that Exhibit Periodic Time Variation – Part

2: Experimental Validation,” ASME J. Mfg. Sci. and Engg., pp. 475-480 • Kountanya, R. K., and Endres, W. J., 2004, “Flank Wear of Edge-Radiused Cutting Tools under Ideal Straight-Edged

Orthogonal Conditions,” ASME J. Mfg. Sci. and Engg.,pp. 496-505 • Endres, W. J., and Kountanya, R. K., “The Effects of Corner Radius and Edge Radius on Tool Flank Wear,” J. Manuf. Proc., 5,

2003. Manjunathaiah, J., and Endres, W. J., "A New Model and Analysis of Orthogonal Machining with an EdgeRadiused Tool," ASME J.

Mfg. Sci and Engg., 122, 384-90, 2000.

• Chiu, W: C., Endres, W. J., and Thouless, M. D., "An Experimental Study of Chip Formation and Surface Formation during Orthogonal Machining of Homogeneous Brittle Materials;" J Mach. Sci. and Tech., 4, 253-75, 2000.

• Schimmel, R. J., Endres, W. J., and Stevenson, R., "The Application of an Internally Consistent Material Model to Determine the Effect of Zero Clearance in Orthogonal Machining," J. Mach. Sci. and Tech., 4, 101-25, 2000.

Craig Friedrich Professor; PhD Oklahoma State University Director, Multi-Scale Technologies Institute (MuSTI) Director Multi-Scale Technologies & Sensors Caucus

Research Interests Micromechanical machining processes are direct material removal processes with microcutting tools or energy processes. They include milling, drilling, diamond machining, laser machining, focused ion beam machining, etc., to produce component features in the micrometer regime. These are very rapid removal processes and are therefore suitable for low- cost design concept development and prototyping at the microscale. Bio-inspired nanotechnologies offer solutions to many challenges in sensing. Of particular interest is protein-based sensing and energy transduction for signal output. Selected Publications • Friedrich,C, Avula,R, Gugale,S, “A Fluid Microconnector Seal for Packaging Applications,” Journal of Micromechanics and

Microengineering, Vol. 15, 2005, pp.1115-1124. • Friedrich,C and Kulkarni,V, “Effect of Springback on Micromilling Forces,”Microsystems Technology Journal, Vol. 10, No. 6-7, 2004,

pp. 472-477. • Arcand,B, Butala,N, Friedrich,C, “Design and Modeling of an Active Positioning Device for a Perimodular Cochlear Electrode Array,”

Microsystems Technology Journal, Vol. 10, No. 6-7, 2004, pp.478-483. • Li, J, Friedrich, CR, Keynton, RS, “Design and Fabrication of a Miniaturized, Integrated, High Frequency Acoustical Lens-

Transducer System,” Journal of Micromechanics and Microengineering, Vol. 12, No. 3, May 2002, pp.219-228.

Machining Dynamics, Cutting Mechanics, Manufacturing Processes

Micromechanical Systems, Nanotechnology

John K. Gershenson - On Sabbatical Leave Associate Professor; PhD University of Idaho

Research Interests Dr. Gershenson performs research in the areas of life-cycle product architecture and lean and sustainable design and manufacturing. Specific research interests include: platform-based product family design, modular product and process architectures, lean manufacturing, lean engineering, sustainable product/process design, and the role of technological change in the design process. Current and recent research sponsors include the Nation Science Foundation, General Motors, Terex, Whirlpool, Ford, and ALCOA. Selected Publications • F. Guo and J.K. Gershenson (2006). “Discovering Relationships between Modularity and Cost.” Journal of Intelligent Manufacturing,

Volume 17, No. 1. • Pavnaskar, S.J. and J.K. Gershenson (2005). “Application of Value Stream Mapping to Lean Engineering.” International Journal of

Advanced Manufacturing Systems, Volume 8, No. 1. • X. Ye, J.K. Gershenson, K. Khadke, X. Lai, F. Guo (2005). “An Introduction to Product Family Evaluation Graphs.” Proceedings of

the 2005 ASME Design Engineering Technical Conferences – 17th International Conference on Design Theory and Methodology, Long Beach, California, September.

• Gershenson, J.K., G.J. Prasad, and Y. Zhang (2004). “Product Modularity: Measures and Methods.” Journal of Engineering Design, Volume 15, Number 1.

• Pavnaskar, S.J., J.K. Gershenson, and A.B. Jambekar (2002). “A Classification Scheme for Lean Manufacturing Tools.” International Journal of Production Research, Volume 41, Number 13.

• Gershenson, J.K., B.D. Solomon, D.R. Shonnard, D.W. Watkins, and J.W. Sutherland (2001). “Decision Making in the Face of Uncertainty about Global Climate Change Policy.” Proceedings of the ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, New York, November 10-1.

Thomas R. Grimm Associate Professor; PhD Michigan Technological University

Research Interests Development of new design tools to enable engineers to more efficiently and effectively create designs that meet functional requirements while addressing the manufacturing and assembly requirements. Use of rapid prototyping techniques to evaluate designs with the goal of providing rapid structural modeling capabilities. Application of the finite element method and other numerical techniques to the solution of problems in biomechanics and sports mechanics with emphasis on design of prosthetic implants and equipment to help prevent injuries from contact sports. Investigation of fatigue failures in high strength threaded fasteners subjected to varying levels of preload and fluctuating external loads. The objective of this work is to help establish a well defined design methodology for bolted joint design. Additional work is being conducted in the design of special test equipment for fatigue and wear studies related to both tracked and wheeled ground vehicles. Selected Publications • Grimm, T. R., Kernosky, S. K., and Weinmann, K. J. , "Design and Modeling of a Transducer for a Sheet Metal Forming Control

System," Proceedings of the Irish Manufacturing Committee, Competitive Manufacturing, Dublin, Ireland, pp. 757-64, 1995. • Grimm, T R., Beard, J. E., and Minor, M. A., "Finite Element Analysis of a Powered Gait Orthosis," Proceedings of the

ASMEAdvances in Bioengineering, ASME Publication, Book No. H010041995.

Platform-based Product Family Design, Modular Product and Process Architecture, Lean

Mechanical Engineering Design, Computer-Aided Design, Biomechanics

Mahesh Gupta Associate Professor; PhD Rutgers University

Research Interests Gupta's research is focused on computer simulation of polymer processing and design of plastic parts. Some of the projects he is investigating are: 1) effect of elongational viscosity on polymeric flows, 2) estimation of elongational viscosity for polymeric melts, 3) three-dimensional simulation of the flow in ceramic injection molding, 4) mixing of polymers, and 5) optimization of die geometry for polymer extrusion. Selected Publications • Sun, Y. and Gupta M., “Effect of Elongational Viscosity on the Flow in a Flat Die”, International Polymer Processing Journal, Vol. 18,

pp. 356 – 361, December 2003. • Gupta, M., "Effect of Elongational Viscosity on Axisymmetric Entrance Flow of Polymers," Polymer Engineering & Science, Vol 40,

pp. 23-35, January 2000. • Battey, D. J. and Gupta, M., "A Parametric Study of Sink Marks in Injection-Molded Plastics Parts Using the Finite Element Method,"

International Polymer Processing Journal, Vol. 12, pp. 288-99, September 1997.

Tammy L. Haut Donahue Associate Professor; PhD University of California-Davis

Research Interests • FE model of human knee joint • Microstructural model of meniscus • Material properties of menisci, tendons and ligaments • How musculoskeletal cells respond to mechanical stimuli Selected Publications • Zielinska, B., Haut Donahue, T. L., 3D Finite Element Model of Medial Meniscus Meniscectomy - Changes in the Contact Behavior.

Journal of Biomechanical Engineering.128(1) 115-23,2006. • Eifler, R. L., Mroz, J. Blough, E. R., Haut Donahue, T. L., Glycosaminoglycan Production in Rabbit Meniscal Cells Due to Fluid

Flow, Journal of Orthopaedic Research. 24:375-384,2006. • Haut Donahue,T.L., Donahue, H. J., Jacobs, C.R., Yellowley, C.E., A role for Annexin V in Bone Cell Mechanotransduction; Bone,

35:656-663, 2005. • Maes, J.A., Haut Donahue, T. L., Time Dependent Properties of Bovine Meniscal Attachments: Stress Relaxation and Creep. In

Press Journal of Biomechanics. • Gupta, T., Haut Donahue, T.L., Role of Matrix Material Properties, Cell Location and Morphology on the Mechanical Environment

Within Meniscal Tissue and Around the Cell, to Appear Acta Biomaterialia, 2006. • Haut Donahue, T.L., Weiss, B., Rosenberg, G., Jacobs, C.R., Finite Element Analysis of Stresses Developed in Blood Sacs of a

Pusherplate Blood Pump. Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Bioengineering, 6(1): 7-15, 2003. • Haut Donahue, T.L., Haut, T.R., Yellowley, C.E., Donahue, H.J., Jacobs, C.R., Mechanosensitivity of Bone Cells to Oscillating Fluid

Flow (OFF) Induced Shear Stress may be Modulated by Chemotransport. Journal of Biomechanics, 36:1363-1371,2003.

Polymer Processing, Polymer Rheology, Design with Plastics and Composites Finite Element Method

Biomedical Engineering, Orthopaedic Biomechanics, Finite Elements, Computational and Experimental Mechanics

Gopal Jayaraman Professor; PhD University of Iowa Area Director Solid Mechanics

Research Interests The on-going research projects are in the area of biomechanics and solid mechanics. In the area of biomechanics they focus on injury mechanisms in human joints and organs due to impact and fatigue and prevention of injuries by prophylactic gears and braces. In the area of solid mechanics they focus on structural failure and material failure due to buckling, impact and fatigue. Selected Publications • Gopal Jayaraman, Allan Struthers: Divergence and Flutter Instability of Elastic Specially Orthotropic Plates Subject to Follower

Forces. J. Sound and Vibration, 281, 2005, pp.357-373. • Meyer E. G., Sinnott M. T., Haut R. C., Smith E.E. The Effect of Axial Load in the Tibia on the Response of the 90° Flexed Knee to

Blunt Impacts with a Deformable Interface. Stapp Car Crash Journal. Vol. 48, 2004, pp. 1-20. • Schuster P.J., Chore C.C., Prasad P., Jayaraman G. Development and Validation of the Finite element Model for the Human lower

Limb of Pedestrians. Stapp Car Crash Journal 44, 2000, pp.315-334. • K. W. Bowers, J.L. Edmunds, D. A. Girod, G. Jayaraman, C. P. Chua, E. B. Toby: Osteocutaneous Radial Forearm Free Flaps. J.

Bone and Joint Surgery, Vol. 82-A, No.5, pp. 694-704, 2000. • E. Bruce Toby, James Rotramel, Gopal Jayaraman, Allen Struthers: Changes in the Stress Relaxation Properties of Peripheral

Nerves AfterTransection. The Journal of Hand Surgery, Vol. 24A, No. 4, pp

Lyon B. King Associate Professor; PhD University of Michigan Area Director Energy Thermo Fluids; Director Space Systems Caucus

Research Interests King is an experimentalist interested in studying electric space propulsion systems, including Hall-effect thrusters, ion engines, and arcjets. By utilizing strong electromagnetic forces to accelerate an ionized plasma propellant, electric thrusters take advantage of on-orbit solar power generation to enjoy significant fuel savings over traditional chemical rockets. King's research experience in the broader field of plasma physics includes such diverse subjects as the design of the in-situ electrostatic probes, ion-energy analysis and time-of-flight mass spectrometry, Doppler laser cooling of trapped ions, optical flow diagnostics, and antimatter confinement. Selected Publications • King, L. B. and Gallimore, A. D., "Ion Energy Diagnostics in the Plasma Exhaust Plume of a Hall Thruster," Journal of Propulsion

and Power, Vol. 16, No. 5, September -October 2000. • King, L. B. and Gallimore, A. D., "Identifying Charge-exchange Collision Products within the Ion-energy Distribution of

Electrostatically Accelerated Plasmas," Physics of Plasmas, Vol. 6, No. 7, pp. 2936-42, July 1999. • King, L. B., Gallimore, A. D., and Marrese, C. M., "Transport-property Measurements in the Plume of an SPT100 Hall-effect

Thruster," Journal of Propulsion and Power, Vol. 14, No. 3, pp. 327-35, May-June 1998. • King, L. B. and Gallimore, A. D., "Gridded Retarding Pressure Sensor for Ion and Neutral Particle Analysis in Flowing Plasmas,"

Review of Scientific Instruments, Vol. 68, No. 2, February 1997.

Biomechanics, Orthopaedic Mechanics, Sports Safety

Space Propulsion, Plasma Physics, Optical Fluid Diagnostics

John B. Ligon Professor; PhD Iowa State University

Research Interests Ligon's expertise is in the area of experimental mechanics. His current research activities are in the fields of composite panel design and phytomechanics. Research is being conducted to develop an understanding of the manner in which dynamic concentrated transverse loads are transferred through polymer composite panels. Ligon is a co-developer of the field of phytomechanics, which is concerned with applying analytical and experimental mechanics to the study of plants. Current research is in remote environmental sensing with the use of instrumented trees as physiological transducers to monitor and predict timber quality and growth of the U. S. Forest Reserve. Selected Publications • Morrison, A., VanKarsen, C., Evensen, H. A., Ligon, J. B., Erickson, J. R., Ross, R. J. Forsman, J. W., “Timber Bridge Evaluation: A

Global Nondestructive Approach Using Impact Generated FRFs”, 20th International Modal Analysis Conference, Los Angeles, Ca., Feb. 2002, pp.1567-1573.

• Miers, S. A., J. B. Ligon and I. Miskioglu “Design of Edge Inserts for Composite Sandwich Beams”, Experimental Techniques, Vol. 25, No. 24, pp.39-42 (August 2001).

• Wang, X., R. J. Ross, J. R. Erickson and J. B. Ligon, “Nondestructive Evaluation of Trees”, Experimental Techniques, Vol. 24, No. 6, pp.27-29 (Dec 2000).

• Running, D. M., Ligon, J. B., and Miskioglu, I., "Fastener Design for Transversely Loaded Composite Plates," Journal of Composite Materials, Vol. 33, No. 10, pp. 928-39, 1999.

Edward Lumsdaine Professor; DSc New Mexico State University

Research Interests In recent years, Lumsdaine's interests have been in how to enhance learning, innovation, engineering design, quality, and teamwork in academia and industry. He has developed and taught contextual heat transfer, as well as math review and NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness) courses in industry. As a management consultant for Ford Motor Company, he has been heavily involved in the development of the C3P education and training program, heading up a coalition of several Michigan universities and colleges participating in the program. His work in heat transfer has focused on alternative energy sources and machines. To facilitate technology transfer and economic development, he has developed a practical course in entrepreneurship and effective problem solving needed for business startup. Selected Publications • Lumsdaine, E., and Binks, Martin, Keep on Moving! Entrepreneurial Creativity and Effective Problem Solving, McGraw-Hill Higher

Education, 2003. • Lumsdaine, E., Lumsdaine, M., and Shelnutt, J. William, Creative Problem Solving and Engineering Design, McGraw-Hill, 1999. • Lumsdaine, E. and Lumsdaine, M., "Prerequisites for Organizational Innovation," Chapter 2 in Break-Out Creativity (Rick Crandall,

ed.), Select Press, 1998. • Lumsdaine, E., and Lumsdaine, M., Creative Problem Solving: Thinking Skills for a Changing World, McGraw-Hill, 1995. • Lumsdaine, M. and Lumsdaine, E., "Thinking Preferences of Engineering Students: Implications for Curriculum Restructuring,"

Journal of Engineering Education, Vol. 84, No. 2, April 1995, pp. 193-204.

Experimental Mechanics, Phytomechanics

Engineering Education, High-Tech Training, Noise and Vibrations, Heat Transfer, Entrepreneurship

Spandan Maiti Assistant Professor; PhD University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Research Interests • Predictive modeling and large scale simulation of deformation and failure of advanced materials • Multiscale modeling to investigate the effect of microstructure on the macroscopic behavior of materials • Design and analysis of biologically inspired materials • Characterization of failure of ceramics, metallic glasses and polymers over multiple time scales

Publications • S. Maiti and P. H. Geubelle. Cohesive modeling of fatigue crack retardation in polymers: Crack closure effect. Engineering Fracture

Mechanics, 73:22-41, 2006. • S. Maiti, K. Rangaswamy, and P. H. Geubelle. Mesoscale analysis of dynamic fragmentation of ceramics under tension. Acta

Materialia, 53(3):823-834, 2005. • S. Maiti and P. H. Geubelle. A cohesive model for fatigue failure of polymers. Engineering Fracture Mechanics, 72(5):691-708, 2005.

Donna J. Michalek Associate Professor, PhD University of Texas at Arlington Associate Chair & Director of Undergraduate Studies

Research Interests Michalek's primary research interest in the area of computational fluid dynamics centers on modeling multi-phase fluid systems for automotive, biomedical and manufacturing applications. These flows are modeled using modified versions of commercially available CFD codes, as well as algorithms developed at MTU. Efforts in environmentally responsible manufacturing involve utilizing both analytical and computational models to evaluate the role of metal working fluids in machining processes with the goal of improving air quality in manufacturing environments. Research efforts in atomization and the examination of the flow in the injector body will result in computational models that will aid in injector nozzle design. Dr. Michalek also has an interest in pedagogical research, which involves the design and implementation of course-related teaming activities for use both inside and outside the classroom, and the assessment of their influence on student performance. Selected Publications • Adler, D.P., W.W.-S. Hii, D.J. Michalek, J.W. Sutherland, “Examining the Role of Cutting Fluids in Machining and Efforts to Address

Environmental/Health Concerns,” Machining Science and Technology, 10(1), 23-58, 2006. • Yue, Y., J. Sun, K.L. Gunter, D.J. Michalek, J.W. Sutherland, "Character and Behavior of Mist Generated by Application of Cutting

Fluid to a Rotating Cylindrical Workpiece, Part 1: Model Development," ASME Journal of Manufacturing Science and Engineering, 126(3), 2004, pp. 417-425.

• Sun, J., C. Ju, Y. Yue, K.L. Gunter, D.J. Michalek, J.W. Sutherland, "Character and Behavior of Mist Generated by Application of Cutting Fluid to a Rotating Cylindrical Workpiece, Part 2: Experimental Validation," ASME Journal of Manufacturing Science and Engineering, 126(3), 2004, pp. 426-434.

• Michalek, D.J, W.W.-S. Hii, J. Sun, C. Ju, Y. Yue, K.L. Gunter,. J.W. Sutherland, "Experimental and Analytical Efforts to Characterize Cutting Fluid Mist Formation and Behavior in Machining," Applied Occupational and Environmental Hygiene, 18: 842-854, 2003.

• Hii, W.W-S, and D.J. Michalek, "Development of a Transient CFD Model of an SI Fuel Injector," Proceeding of the ASME IC Engines Division, ICE-Vol. 38, pp. 79-89, 2002.

Computational Solid Mechanics, Multiscale Modeling, Biomimetics, Dynamic Failure and Fracture, Fatigue Response of Advanced Materials

CFD, Multi-Phase Flow, Atomization, Environmentally Responsible Manufacturing

Michele H. Miller Associate Professor; PhD North Carolina State University Director Engineering Education Innovation Caucus

Research Interests Dr. Miller has used analytical and experimental methods to develop models for the grinding of brittle materials while developing techniques that improve material removal rates. Specifically, she and her students have investigated intermittent grinding and water-jet assisted grinding, as well as wheel wear and wheel loading mechanisms. Dr. Miller has also conducted research on the design and fabrication of optical MEMS. Additional research interests include machine tool dynamics and human factors in design. Selected Publications • Miller, M. H., J. A. Perrault, G. G. Parker, B. P. Bettig and T. G. Bifano, “Simple models for piston type micromirror behavior,” J.

Micromechanics and Microengineering, Vol. 16, No. 2, 2006, pp. 303-313. • Lee, H., M. H. Miller and T. G. Bifano, “CMOS Chip Planarization by Chemical Mechanical Polishing for a Vertically Stacked Metal

MEMS Integration,” J Micromechanics and Microengineering, Vol. 14, No. 1, 2004, pp. 108-115. • Salisbury, E. J., K. V. Domala, K. S. Moon, M. H. Miller and J. W. Sutherland, “A Three Dimensional Model for the Surface Texture

in Surface Grinding, Part 2—Grinding Wheel Model,” Journal of Mfg Sci. and Engineering, Vol. 123, No. 4, 2001, pp. 582-590. • Qu, W., K. Wang, M. H. Miller, Y. Huang and A. Chandra, “Using Vibration Assisted Grinding to Reduce Subsurface Damage,”

Precision Engineering, Vol. 24, No. 4, 2000, pp. 329-337

Ibrahim Miskioglu Associate Professor; PhD Iowa State University

Research Interests • Use of severe plastic deformation to alter properties of materials • Failure studies of random fiber composites with applications to structural problems • Failure of sandwich panels with applications to structural problems • Nanoscale properties of interphase in polymer matrix composites • Photomechanics integrated with digital image processing for thermomechanical stress analysis Selected Publications • S. Li, I. Miskioglu and B.S. Altan, “Gradient Elasticity Solution to Line Loading of a Semi-infinite Elastic Solid,” Int. Journal of Solids

and Structures, Vol. 41, No. 13, pp. 3395-3410 (2004). • B. S. Altan, G. Purcek and I. Miskioglu, "An Upper Bound Analysis for Equal-Channel Angular Extrusion," Journal of Material

Processing Technology, Vol 168, No. 1, pp. 137-146 (2005). • D. D. Wright-Charlesworth, D. M. Miller, I. Miskioglu, J. A. King, "Nanoindentation of Injection Molded PLA and Self-Reinforced

Composite PLA After in Vitro Conditioning," Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part A, Volume 74A, No. 3, pp.388-396 (2005).

• G. Purcek, B. S. Altan, I. Miskioglu, A. Patil, “Mechanical properties of severely deformed ZA-27 alloy using equal-channel angular extrusion,” Materials Science and Technology, Vol. 21, No. 9, pp. 1044-1048 (2005)

Grinding, Precision Engineering, MEMS, Human Factors

Engineering Mechanics, Experimental Stress Analysis, Composite Materials

Abihjit Mukherjee Assistant Professor; PhD University California Los Angeles

Research Interests Dr. Mukherjee’s research focuses on numerical and experimental study of liquid-vapor interface with interfacial heat and mass transfer with applications in boiling, condensation, combustion and multiphase flows. His other areas of interest include micro- and nanofluidics. Investigation is being done to determine the effect of vapor bubble growth on the pressure drop and wall heat transfer mechanisms during flow boiling inside microchannels. Research is also being conducted on the interaction of the air and the water droplets inside the microchannels on the bi-polar plates of fuel cells. Selected Publications • Mukherjee, A., and Dhir, V.K., 2004, “Numerical and experimental study of lateral merger of vapor bubbles during nucleate pool

boiling,” Journal of Heat Transfer, vol. 126, no. 6 pp 1023-1039 (Recipient of the 2006 ASME Journal of Heat Transfer Best Paper Award)

• Kandllikar, S.G., Kuan, W.K., and Mukherjee, A., 2005, “Experimental study of heat transfer in an evaporating meniscus on a moving heated surface, “Journal of Heat Transfer, vol. 127, no.3 pp244-252.

• Mukherjee, A., and Kanlikar, S.G., 2005, “Numerical simulation of growth of a vapor bubble during flow boiling of water in a microchannel,” Journal of Microfuidics and Nanofluidics, vol.1, no. 2, pp 137-145.

• Mukherjee, A., and Kanlikar, S.G.., “Numerical study of an evaporating meniscus on a moving heated surface,” accepted for publication in the ASME Journal of Heat Transfer.

• Mukherjee, A., and Kanlikar, S.G., “Numerical study of single bubbles with dynamic contact angle during nucleate pool boiling,” accepted for publication in the International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer.

• Mukherjee, A., and Kanlikar, S.G., “Numerical study of effect of contact angle on bubble growth and wall heat transfer during flow boiling of water in a microchannel,” Proceedings of International Heat Transfer Conference, Sydney, Australia, 2006.

Research Interests:

Dr. Naber joined MTU in August of 2004. Prior to joining MTU, he worked in the automotive industry on R&D of engine-management-systems for gasoline and diesel engines. He also worked at Sandia National Laboratories, CRF investigating sprays and combustion processes of diesel, natural gas, and hydrogen engines utilizing laser based diagnostics.

He and fellow colleagues direct the Advanced Internal Combustion Laboratories (AICE) at the University. His research interests are in IC engines and after-treatment and the development and application of advanced experimental techniques, signal processing technologies, theoretical models, and embedded control to characterize the thermo-physical processes. The areas under investigation include: • Combustion processes and combustion control of hydrogen and hydrogen dual fuelled engines, • Biofuels including ethanol with production from forest products and application in advanced combustion engines, • Gasoline IC engine research and the development of physical based correlations and models, • Development of combustion measurement techniques for diesel, gasoline, and HCCI and PPCI engines.

In addition to the selected publication listed below, he has numerous patents in the area of controls, on-board-diagnostics and exhaust sensing utilizing multilayer ceramics in an electro-chemical calorimetric sensor for hydrocarbons and other constituents as applied to powertrain and engine systems. Selected Publications: • Liu, L.Y., Yang, H., Plee, S., Naber, J.D., “Windowed Selected Moving Autocorrelation (WSMA) Tri-Correlation (TriC), and Misfire

Detection,” SAE Paper 05P-5762, 2005. • Naber,J.D., and Siebers,D.L., “Effects of Gas Density and Vaporization on Penetration and Dispersion of Diesel Sprays,” SAE Paper

960034. • Naber, J.D., and Siebers, D.L., “Autoignition of Hydrogen Under Direct-Injection Compression-Ignition Engine Conditions,” CSS/

WSS/MNS of the Comb. Inst. 95S‑093, 1995. • Naber, J.D., Siebers, D.L., Di Julio, S.S., and Westbrook, C.K., “Effects of Natural Gas Composition on Ignition Delay Under Diesel

Conditions,” Combustion and Flame, Vol. 99, pp. 192-200, 1994.

Jeffrey D. Naber Associate Professor; PhD University of Wisconsin-Madison

Heat Transfer, Boiling, Interfacial Phenomena, Micro- and Nanofuidics

Amitabh Narain Professor; PhD University of Minnesota

Research Interests

Narain’s current research interest is both computational and experimental in nature and emphasizes the area of internal condensing flows. Fluid mechanics and heat transfer issues along with free-surface phenomena are being investigated in the context of a condenser’s performance in a thermal system. NSF and NASA fund these investigations. His secondary interests are in related areas of transport processes such as: cavitation signatures in an automobile’s torque-converter, computational simulations of turbulent flows through heat exchangers, displacement pumps, etc.

The condensing flow research has demonstrated the significance of exit conditions on condenser operations. The experiments also demonstrate how exit-condition effects can lead to system-instabilities. Such system-instabilities may arise in ground and space thermal management systems, looped heat pipes, Rankine power cycles, etc. Research and recent publications also emphasizes integration of experimental results with state of the art nearly exact computational code development and simulations for two dimensional internal condensing flows - both in steady and unsteady (i.e. wavy-interface) regimes. The simulations identify various instability mechanisms and flow regimes. For condensation inside vertical tubes and inclined channels, the ongoing experiments employ modern electronic flow control techniques, fiber-optic flow visualization techniques, a fluorescence and fiber-optic based sensor (developed at MTU) for measuring real time values of condensate thickness, etc.

Selected Publications • Phan, L., X. Wang, and A. Narain, 2006, “Exit Condition, Gravity, and Surface-Tension Effects on Stability and Noise-sensitivity

Issues for Steady Condensing Flows inside Tubes and Channels,” International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, Vol. 49, Issues 13-14, pp. 2058-2076.

• Narain, A., A. Siemionko, M. Kivisalu, J. H. Kurita, N. Kim, T. W. Ng, L. Phan, and S. D. Kulkarni, 2007, “Internal Condensing Flows Inside a Vertical Pipe – Experimental/Computational Investigations of Effects of Constrained and Natural Exit Conditions,” submitted for publication in the ASME Journal of Heat Transfer.

• Narain, A., Q. Liang, G. Yu, and X. Wang, “Direct computational simulations for internal condensing flows and results on attainability/stability of steady solutions, their intrinsic waviness, and their noise-sensitivity, ” Journal of Applied Mechanics, Jan. 2004, Vol. 71, pp. 69-88.

• Liang, Q., X. Wang, and A. Narain, “Effect of Gravity, Shear and Surface Tension in Internal Condensing Flows - Results from Direct Computational Simulations.” ASME Journal of Heat Transfer, Oct. 2004, 126 (4), pp. 676 – 686.

• C. L. Anderson, L. Zeng, P. Sweger, A. Narain, and J. R. Blough: “Experimental Investigation of Cavitation Signatures in an Automotive Torque Converter Using a Microwave Telemetry Technique,” International Journal of Rotating Machinery, Vol. 9, pp. 1 - 8, 2003.

• Narain, A. and Joseph, D. D., "Linearized Dynamics for Step Jumps of Velocity and Displacement of Shearing Flows of a Simple Fluid," Rheologica Acta, 21, pp. 228-50, 1983.

Gregory M. Odegard Assistant Professor; PhD University of Denver

Research Interests

• Theoretical and Computational Mechanics • Computational Chemistry

Selected Publications • Odegard, G.M., T.S. Gates, “Modeling and Testing of a Graphite Nanoplatelet/Epoxy Composites,”

Journal of Intelligent Materials Systems and Structures 17(3) pp. 239-246 (2006) • Odegard, G.M., T.S. Gates, H.M. Herring, “Characterization of Viscoelastic Properties of Polymeric Materials Through

Nanoindentation,” Experimental Mechanics 45(2) pp. 130-135 (2005) • Odegard, G.M., T.C. Clancy, T.S. Gates, “Modeling of the Mechanical Properties of Nanoparticle/Polymer Composites,” Polymer 46

(2) pp.553-562 (2005) • Odegard, G.M., S.J.V. Frankland, T.S. Gates, “Effect of Chemical Functionalization on Mechanical Properties of Nanotube/Polymer

Composites,” AIAA Journal 43(8) pp. 1828-1835 (2005)

Condensing/Phase-change flows, Computational and Experimental Fluid Mechanics/Heat Transfer

Mechanics of Materials, Materials Science

Sudhakar M. Pandit Professor; PhD University of Wisconsin-Madison

Research Interests Pandit's main areas of interest are systems analysis, forecasting, and control, with applications to manufacturing and design. Pandit's principal contribution has been the methodology of data dependent systems (DDS). He has taught courses on this methodology and undertaken research in its application to computer-integrated manufacturing, solar energy simulation, paper-making, blast furnace operation, quality control, business forecasting, vibration and modal analysis, machine vision, and nanometrology. He has published more than 150 papers on the methodology, including two books listed below. Pandit served as 1993-94 ASA/NSF/NIST Senior Research Fellow, is the recipient of the MTU 1994 Faculty Research Award, and was elected Fellow of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers in 1999. Selected Publications • Pandit, S. M. and Chan, D. P., "Data-Dependent Systems Profilometry of Two-Dimensional Surfaces," Applied Optics, Vol. 38, No.

31, pp. 6540-49, 1999. • Pandit, S. M. and Wu, S. M., Time Series and System Analysis with Applications, John Wiley, 1983, reprinted by Krieger, 2001. • Pandit, S. M., Modal and Spectrum Analysis: Data Dependent Systems in State Space, Wiley Interscience, 1991 Gordon G. Parker Professor; PhD State University of New York Director of Research

Research Interests Parker specializes in control system design and methods for correlating nonlinear dynamic models to experimental data. An emerging area of research is the utilization of interspacecraft Coulomb forces for both position and attitude control. This has applications from spacecraft formation flying to active “virtual” structures that are highly reconfigurable and robust to individual spacecraft failure. Spacecraft force coupling and the nonlinear electrostatic force behavior provide a variety of interesting technical challenges from nonlinear control to optimal formation design. Similar research topic areas such as, nonlinear control, system simulation, nonlinear system parameter identification and optimization, are present in most of his ongoing projects. Examples include active control of diesel engine aftertreatment systems, at-sea ship crane control, and hydraulic system parameter identification. Another research area is focused on increasing robot-based, flexible material throughput for manufacturing applications. The system dynamics of the part are exploited, in conjunction with vision-based trajectory optimization, to minimize maneuver time. Selected Publications • Schaub, H., Parker, G. G., and King, L. B., 2004, “Challenges and Prospects of Coulomb Spacecraft Formation Flying,” The Journal

of the Astronautical Sciences, Vol. 52, No. 1-2, pp. 169-193. • Kladopoulou, E. A., Yang, S. L., Johnson, J. H., Parker, G. G. and Konstandopoulos, A. G., 2003, “A Study Describing the

Performance of Diesel Particulate Filters During Loading and Regeneration – A Lumped Parameter Model for Control Applications,” SAE Journal of Fuels and Lubricants, Vol. 112, pp. 647-668.

• Dhaliwal, A., Parker, G.G. and Blough, J. R., 2004, “Active Structural Acoustic Control of Road Noise in a Passenger Vehicle,” International Journal of Vehicle Autonomous Systems, Vol. 2, pp. 168-188.

• Chen, W., Buehler, M., Parker, G. G., and Bettig, B., 2004, “Optimal Sensor Design and Control of Piezoelectric Laminate Beams,” IEEE Transactions on Control System Technology, Vol. 12, No. 1, pp. 148-155.

Data-Dependent Systems Modeling, Computer Control, Machine Vision, and Nanometrology

Nonlinear Controls, Mechatronics, and Dynamics

Chris E. Passerello Professor; PhD University of Cincinnati

Research Interests • Estimating rigid body properties from force and acceleration measurements • Dynamics of cable systems Selected Publications • Passerello, C. E., Lychuk, W. M., Bradley, S. A., Vilmann, C. R., and Lee, C., "Stress and Deformation Modeling of Multiple Rotary

Combustion Engine Trochoid Housing," SAE International Congress and Exposition, Detroit, 1986. • Passerello, C. E. and Huston, R. L., "Multibody Structural Dynamics Including Translation Between the Bodies," Computers and

Structures, Vol. 12, pp. 713-20, 1980. • Passerello, C. E. and Huston, R. L., "Nonholonomic Systems with Non-Linear Constraint Equations," Int. Journal of Non-Linear

Mechanics, Vol. 11 x, pp. 331-36, 1980.

William W. Predebon Professor and Department Chair; PhD Iowa State University

Research Interests Predebon’s research includes mechanical behavior, characterization and processing of ceramics, shock deformation including microstructural effects and dynamic fracture of metals and ceramics, impact phenomena, computer simulation of wave phenomena, explosive-metal interaction and fragmentation. His research usually involves experimental, analytical, and computational elements. Predebon’s research in mechanical behavior and processing of alumina resulted in two patents. This alumina has exceptional compressive and tensile strength properties which increase with strain rate. It has also increased toughness. It has an enhanced dynamic yield strength (Hugoniot Elastic Limit) and spall strength. Potential applications are ceramic cutting tools, engine components (pistons, valves, etc.), bioceramics, electronic structures, and armor. Selected Journal Publications • Staehler, J.M., Predebon, W. W., Pletka, B. J., and Subhash, G., “Micromechanisms of Deformation in High-Purity Hot-Pressed

Alumina,” Material Science and Engineering Journal A291, pp. 37-45, 2000. • Lankford, J., Predebon, W. W., Staehler, J. M., Subhash, G., Pletka, B. J., and Anderson, C. L., “The Role of Plasticity as a Limiting

Factor in the Compressive Failure of High Strength Ceramics,” Mechanics of Materials Journal 29, pp. 205-18, 1998. • Staehler, J. M., Predebon, W. W., Pletka, B. J., and Subhash, G., “Strain-Rate Effects in High-Purity Alumina,” JOM, 47, No. 5, pp.

60-63, 1995. Other Publications • W.R. Shapton, P.F. Zenner, W.W. Predebon, J.W. Sutherland, M.A. Banks-Sikarskie, L.A. Artman and P.A. Lins, “From the

Classroom to the Boardroom: Distance Learning Undergraduate and Graduate Engineering Programs, A Global Partnership of Industry and Academia”, International Conference on Engineering Education Proceedings (CD Format), Oslo, Norway, August 6-10, 2001, 1-6 pp.

• C.L. White, W.W. Predebon, E. Wathne, and P.K. Larsen, “An International Industry/University Collaboration: Norsk Hydro Michigan Tech/NTNU”, International Conference on Engineering Education Proceeding (CD Format), Oslo, Norway, August 6-10, 2001 4 pp.

Dynamics, Vibrations, Finite Elements

Ceramics, Impact Phenomena, Wave Propagation, Computer Simulation of Explosive- Metal Systems

Mohan D. Rao Associate Professor; PhD Auburn University

Research Interests Rao's areas of expertise include automotive noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH), damping of materials and joints, development of innovative concepts of damping enhancements for vibration control using viscoelastic damping materials, and noise control. He received the NASA New Technology Award in 1990 from NASA-Marshall Space Flight Center, Huntsville, Alabama, for his research on the damping of composite materials of the Hubble Space Telescope. He also received the NSF Research Initiation Award in 1989. Selected Publications • Rao, M.D., and Black, M.D., “Evaluation and Reduction of Steering Column Vibration of a Real Wheel Sedan,” International

Journal of Vehicle Noise and Vibration, 1, 122-141. 2004. • Rao, M.D., Wirkner, K.J., and Gruenberg, S., “Dynamic Characterization of Automotive Exhaust Isolators”, Journal of Automobile

Engineering, Vol. 218, 891-900, 2004. • Spruit, M., Rao, M.D, et al. “Study of Noise Transmission from a Table Saw,” Sound and Vibration, July 2004, pp. 20-26.

Rao, M.D., “ Recent Applications of Viscoelastic Damping for Noise and Vibration Control in Automobiles and Commercial Airplanes, Journal

of Sound and Vibration, 262, 457-474, 2003. • Holt, J., Rao, M.D., Blough, J., and Gruenberg, S., “The Use of Unique Time History Input Excitation in the Dynamic

Characterization of Automotive Mounts,” SAE Paper No. 2003-01-1463, SAE Noise and Vibration Conference, May 2003, Traverse City.

• Rao, M.D., and Letowski, T.,“ Speech Intelligibility of the Call Sign Acquisition Test (CAT) for Army Communication Systems,” Audio Engg. Society Convention Paper 5836, 114th Convention, March 2003, Amsterdam.

• Bloss, B. and Rao, M.D., “Measurement of Damping in Structures by the Power Input Method,” Experimental Techniques, Vol. 26, No. 3, May/June 2002, pp. 30-32.

Henry A. Sodano Assistant Professor; PhD Virginia Tech

Research Interests Dr. Sodano researches the utilization/development of smart structures and materials. A smart material can be characterized as one that exhibits useful coupling between multiple physical domains. This coupling can be used in the construction of systems for actuation, sensing, vibration control, power harvesting, or damage detection. Currently he is an active researcher in power harvesting, which uses the coupling present in smart materials to transduce ambient energy sources into usable electrical energy. He also investigates the development of non-contact vibration control mechanisms. These systems use magnetic fields to transform the motion or vibration of the structure into electrical current that is then dissipated due to the internal resistance of the structure. Because they are non-contact, control energy can be applied without contacting the structure, therefore avoiding the adverse affects of mass loading or added stiffness. Lastly, he is studying methods of identifying structural damage using wireless sensor nodes and the development of structural materials that incorporate biological concepts into their design to allow self-healing or active control of material properties. Selected Publications • Sodano, H.A., Bae, J.S., Inman, D.J. and Belvin, W.K., 2004, “Concept and Model of Eddy Current Damper for Vibration

Suppression of a Beam,” Journal of Sound and Vibration, Vol. 288, pp. 1177-1196. • Sodano, H.A., Park, G., and Inman, D.J., 2005, “Comparison of Piezoelectric Energy Harvesting Devices for Recharging Batteries,”

Journal of Intelligent Material Systems and Structures, Vol. 16, No. 10, pp. 799-807. • Sodano, H.A., Park, G. and Inman, D.J., 2005, “Multiple Sensors and Actuators for Vibration Suppression of an Inflated Torus, AIAA

Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 42, No. 2. • Sodano, H.A, Park, G. and Inman, D.J., 2004, “Estimation of Electric Charge Output for Piezoelectric Energy Harvesting,” Journal of

Strain, Vol. 40, pp. 49-58. • Sodano, H.A., Park, G. and Inman, D.J., 2003, "An Investigation into the Performance of Macro-Fiber Composites for Sensing and

Structural Vibration Applications," Mechanical Systems and Signal Processing, Vol. 18, No. 3, pp. 683-697.

Acoustics, Vibrations, Noise Control, Damping and Auditory Science

Smart Structures, Vibration Control, Power Harvesting, Structural Health Monitoring,

Ghatu Subhash Professor; PhD University of California at San Diego Director Center for Environmentally Benign Functional Materials Director Multidisciplinary Mechanics and Modeling of Multifunctional and Multiscale Materials Caucus

Research Interests • Mechanical behavior of metallic glasses, nanostructured materials and porous foams • Modeling of material removal mechanisms during high speed grinding and wear • Dynamic behavior of rocks, concrete, ceramics, metals, bulk metallic glasses and composites • Hydroforming of aluminum extrusions

Selected Publications • G. Subhash, Q. Liu and X.-L. Gao "Quasistatic and high strain rate uniaxial compressive response of polymeric structural foams," /Int. J. Impact

Engineering/, Vol. 32[7], pp.1113-1126, (2006). • H. Zhang, G. Subhash, and X. Jing, L. J. Kecskes and R. J. Dowding, "Evaluation of Hardness-Yield Strength Relationships in Bulk Metallic

Glasses" /Philosophical Magazine Letters, /Vol.86, No.5, 333-345 (2006). • K. Li, X.-L. Gao and G. Subhash, “Effects of Cell Shape and Strut Cross-Sectional Area Variations on the Elastic Properties of Three-

Dimensional Open-Cell Foams” /J. of Mechanics and Phys-ics of Solids,/ Vol.54[4] 783-806 (2006). • X.-L. Gao X.N. Jing, and G. Subhash 'Two new expanding cavity models for indentation deformations of elastic strain-hardening materials,” /Int.

J. of Solids and Structures/ 43, 2193-2208, (2006). • A.R. Loukus, G. Subhash and^ H. Valberg “The influence of pre-forming on hydroforming of extruded aluminum tubes”, /Int. J. of Forming

Processes/, Vol.9/1, pp. 97-119 (2006). • Q. Liu, G. Subhash and H. Evenson, “Behavior of a novel iterative deconvolution algorithm for system identification” /J. of Vibration and Control,

Vol./ 11, 985-1003 (2005).

John W. Sutherland Richard and Elizabeth Henes Chair Professor; PhD University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Co-Director of the Sustainable Futures Institute

Research Interests Sutherland is involved in many projects related to design and manufacturing for sustainability. Example initiatives are the wood-to-wheels enterprise that considers the entire cellulosic biomass-ethanol-vehicle value chain, environmentally responsible manufacturing, decision-making for societal sustainability, and value recovery from end-of-use products. His teaching interests parallel his research activities and include service systems and statistical applications in manufacturing. His honors include the SME Outstanding Young Manufacturing Engineer Award (1992), MTU Distinguished Teaching Award (1992), NSF Career Award (1995), Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (1996), SAE Ralph R. Teetor Award (1999), ASME MED Outstanding Service Award (2001 & 2004), and MTU Research Award (2000). Selected Publications • Sutherland, J., K. Gunter, D. Allen, D. Bauer, B. Bras, T. Gutowski, C. Murphy, T. Piwonka, P. Sheng, D. Thurston, E. Wolff, “A Global

Perspective on the Environmental Challenges Facing the Automotive Industry: State-of-the-Art and Directions for the Future,” International Journal of Vehicle Design, Vol. 35, Nos. 1/2, 2004, pp. 86-110.

• Weinert, K., I. Inasaki, J. W. Sutherland, and T. Wakabayashi, “Dry Machining and Minimum Quantity Lubrication,” Annals of CIRP, Vol. 53, No. 2, 2004, pp. 511-537.

• Filipovic, A. J., and J. W. Sutherland, “Development of a Magnetostrictive-Actuated Tool Holder for Dry Deep Hole Drilling,” Transactions of NAMRI/SME, Vol. 33, 2005, pp. 437-444.

• Dasch, J., J. D’Arcy, A. Gundrum, J. Sutherland, J. Johnson, and D. Carlson, “Characterization of Fine Particles from Machining in Automotive Plants,” J. of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene, Vol. 2, No. 12, Dec. 2005, pp. 609-625.

• Adler, D. P., W. W.-S. Hii, D. J. Michalek, and J. W. Sutherland, “Examining the Role of Cutting Fluids in Machining and Efforts to Address Associated Environmental/Health Concerns,” Machining Science and Technology, Vol. 10, No. 1, 2006, pp. 23-58.

Experimental Mechanics, High Strain Rate Mechanics, Constitutive Behavior of Metal-lic Glasses, Ceramics, Structural Foams, Composites and Metals, Dynamic Hardness & Dynamic Wear Fracture, Bio Inspired Nanotechnology

Environmentally Responsible Manufacturing, Quality, Machining, Sustainability

Madhukar Vable Associate Professor; PhD University of Michigan

Research Interests

Vable enjoys developing and using computational tools for stress analysis and design. He is currently developing a computer program based on boundary element method that can be used for design and analysis of isotropic and anisotropic bodies by users that have little or no knowledge of the boundary element methodology. The computer program is called BEAMUP-Boundary Element Analysis from Michigan's Upper Peninsula-which will be available to students and faculty of MTU for their research in the near future. Vable is also developing BEAMUP for analyzing stresses near an interface of two isotropic or anisotropic materials. Vable also conducts research into the pedagogy of teaching mechanics of materials. Selected Publications • Vable, M. and Maddi J. "Boundary element analysis of bonded joints", International Journal of Adhesion and Adhesives, 26, 133-

144, 2006 • Integrating fracture mechanics into undergraduate design." Proceedings of ASEE annual conference, Nashville, June 12-15, 2005 • Vable, M. “Controlling errors in the process of automating boundary element method analysis.” Engineering Analysis with Boundary

Elements, v26, pp. 405-415, 2002 • Vable, M. and M.E. Fox "Tests for multiple materials problems”, Boundary Elements XXIV, eds. C.A. Brebbia, A. Tadeu, and V.

Popov, pp731-740, 2002 • Vable, M., "Mechanics of Materials," Oxford University Press, 2002.

Charles D. Van Karsen Associate Professor; MSME University of Cincinnati

Research Interests Chuck Van Karsen has been a member of the Department of Mechanical Engineering since August 1987. Prior to that he had a twelve year career as a practicing engineer in the Machine Tool, Automotive, and Software industries. He specializes in Experimental Vibro-Acoustics, NVH, and Structural Dynamics. His research efforts have concentrated on experimental noise and vibration methods related to automotive systems and subsystems, large home appliances, machine tools, and off-highway equipment. Chuck regularly presents seminars and short courses on Experimental Modal Analysis, Digital Signal Processing, Acoustic Measurements and Sound Quality, and Source-Path-Receiver methods. At Michigan Tech Chuck teaches Mechanical Vibrations, Experimental Vibro-Acoustics, Analytical and Experimental Modal Analysis, Mechanical Engineering Laboratory, and Controls. Selected Publications • Steve Mattson, Charles D. Van Karsen, Jason Blough, Mark Schiefer, "Design and Performance of a Gas Actuated Impact

Hammer", 18th International Modal Analysis Conference, San Antonio, Feb 2000, pp 1466-1469 • David E. Soine, Harold A. Evensen, Charles D. Van Karsen, "Threshold Level as an Index of Squeak and Rattle Performance", 1999

SAE Noise and Vibration Conference, Traverse City, May 1999, pp 599-604 • Chris V. Kurmaniak, Charles D. Van Karsen, William R. Kelley, "Application of Indirect Force Estimation Techniques to the

Automotive Transfer Case", 1999 SAE Noise and Vibration Conference, Traverse City, May 1999, pp 861-870 • Myles Dexter, Harold A. Evensen, Charles D. Van Karsen, Jason Blough, "Extraction/Filtration of Transients Embedded in

Stationary Signals Using Wavelets: Focus on Extraction of Frequency Response Functions", 1999 SAE Noise and Vibration Conference, Traverse City, May 1999, pp 1335-1344.

Computational Mechanics

Vibration, Modal Analysis, Acoustics

Carl R. Vilmann Associate Professor; PhD Northwestern University

Research Interests Plow blade shape optimization-In order to examine whether the cutting edge of plow blades could be optimized for ice removal, the mechanics of removing a thin brittle layer (ice) from a strong substrate (pavement) was studied. This study involved the finite element modeling of the ice layer and pavement, and the fracture mechanics associated with debonding the ice layer. The results of this study indicated that an optimized profile of the cutting edge would be nearly vertical, and that the strength of the bond between the layer and substrate was the most important factor controlling ice removal. Magnetoelastic deformation and buckling-The deformation and buckling of ferromagnetic structural members placed within magnetic fields was examined in this work, which developed a method to allow the local magnetic field strength at the surface of a structural member to be calculated. Using this field, the forces resulting from the magnetic field could be accurately characterized and the deformation predicted. While earlier studies had resulted in predictions of the magnetic field strength required to cause buckling that were 50 to 100 percent in error, the buckling fields predicted by this new model were virtually identical with experimentally measured values. Selected Publications • Yap, S. M., Vilmann, C. R., and Peach, M. O., "An Investigation Into Non-Classical Magnetoelastic Bending and Buckling of

Ferromagnetic Thin Plates," Proceedings of the 1994 Society for Experimental Mechanics Spring Conference, Baltimore, Maryland, pp. 14-22, June 6-8, 1994.

• Vilmann, C. R., and Nagaranthal, B., "Optimal Scraper Profiles for Promoting Interfacial Fracture," Proceedings of the 1990 Computers in Engineering Conference and Exposition, Boston, Massachusetts, pp. 225-32, Aug. 5-9, 1990.

Song-Lin (Jason) Yang Professor; PhD University of Florida

Research Interests Dr. Yang’s research interest is in the area of computational fluid dynamics (CFD), both in developing it as a tool and in using it to study problems in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and combustion. He is using the KIVA code along with the Reynolds-stress turbulence model for engine flow simulation with spray and combustion. In addition, Dr. Yang is also working on the modeling and numerical simulation of diesel particulate trap (DPF) performance during loading and regeneration and the diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC) converter code development. Selected Publications • Liew, K. H., Urip, E., Yang, S. L., Marek, C. J., Mattingly, J. D., “Performance Cycle Analysis of a Two-spool Separate-exhaust

Turbofan with Interstage Turbine Burner,” AIAA Journal of Propulsion and Power (to appear). • Yang, S. L., Siow, Y. S., Teo, C. Y., and Hanjalic, K., “A KIVA Code with Re-Stress Model for Engine Flow Simulation,” Energy – An

International Journal, Vol 30, Issues 2-4, pp. 427-445, February-March, 2005. • Huynh, C.T., Johnson, J.H. , Yang, S. L., S.T. Bagley, and Warner, J. R., “A One-Dimensional Computational Model for Studying the

Filtration and Regeneration Characteristics of a Catalyzed Wall-Flow Diesel Particulate Filter,” SAE Journal of Fuels and Lubricants, pp. 620 - 646, 2004 (SAE 2003 Transactions).

• Yang, S. L., Peschke, B.D., and Hanjalic, K., “Second-Moment Closure Model for IC Engine Flow Simulation Using KIVA Code,” ASME J. of Engineering for Gas Turbines and Power, Vol. 122, pp. 355‑363, 2000.

Fracture Mechanics, Stress Analysis, Finite Element Methods, and Magnetoelasticity

Applied Computational Fluid Dynamics and Heat Transfer, Engine Flow Simulation, DPF and DOC Modeling and Simulation, and Computational Aerodynamics

Byeng D. Youn Assistant Professor; PhD University of Iowa

Research Interests Youn’s primary research area is design under engineering uncertainties, which deteriorate product reliability and quality. With a basic understanding of uncertainties in manufacturing and operational processes, product & process system designs are optimized by enhancing reliability of systems and maximizing their quality. Additional research interests include Bayesian reliability-based design, possibility-/evidence-based design, statistical information technology (SIT), stochastic defect mechanics, and biomechanics. Selected Publications • Youn, Byeng D., Choi, K. K., and Du, L., “Enriched Performance Measure Approach (PMA+) for Reliability-Based Design

Optimization,” AIAA Journal, Vol. 43, No. 4, pp. 874-884, 2005 (ISSMO/Springer Best Young Scientist) • Youn, Byeng D., Choi, K. K., and Park, Y. H., "Hybrid Analysis Method for Reliability-Based Design Optimization," Journal of

Mechanical Design, ASME, Vol. 125, No. 2, pp. 221-232, 2003 & Proceedings of 2001 ASME Design Automation Conference, Pittsburgh, PA, 2001 (Black and Decker Best Paper Award)

• Youn, Byeng D., Choi, K. K., Yi, K. Y., “Probabilistic Moment Integration for Probabilistic Robust Design,” Mechanics Based Design of Structures and Machines, In Print, 2005

• Youn, Byeng D., Choi, K. K., and Du, L., “Adaptive Probability Analysis Using An Enhanced Hybrid Mean Value (HMV+) Method,” Journal of Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization, Vol. 29, No. 2, pp. 134-148, 2005

Reliability-Based Design, Quality Engineering, Stochastic Defect Mechanisms

Nels S. Christopherson Lecturer; PhD Michigan Technological University

Activities and Interests Christopherson teaches courses in the solid mechanics and mechanical design areas including Statics, Dynamics, Mechanics of Materials, Kinematics of Mechanisms, Fundamentals of Machine Design, Design of Mechanical Elements, Product Realization, Engineering Graphics, and Computer Modeling for Mechanical Design. He also advises Senior Design Projects.

Selected Publications • Yap, S. M., Vilmann, C. R., Peach, M. O., and Christopherson, N. S., "Construction of Bending Moment Diagram of Ferromagnetic

Beam-Plate Subjected to Magnetic Field Using Strain Gages," Recent Advances in Experimental Mechanics, Proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Experimental Mechanics, Lisbon, Portugal, July 18- 22, 1994.

• Christopherson, N. S., "Harvesting and Handling of Fuelwood," Chapter 3, Trees for Fuelwood, A Step Toward Energy Diversity, edited by J. R. Fazio, National Arbor Day Foundation, Lincoln, Nebraska, 1993, pp. 35-44.

• Christopherson, N. S., Peach, M.O., and Dalrymple, J. M., "An Experimental Study of the Magneto Elastic Bending of Thin Plates Made of Soft Ferromagnetic Material," Experimental Mechanics, December 1989.

Adam Loukus Visiting Assistant Professor; PhD Michigan Technological University

Research Interests • Optimization of the hydroforming process with aluminum extrusions and evaluation of extrusion

processing conditions on formability • Mechanical behavior and microstructural characterization of selectively reinforced cast magnesium and

aluminum metal matrix composites • Ceramic processing methods to achieve high integrity, low density ceramic shapes for use in solid oxide fuel cells and metal

matrix composites • Nanoparticle reinforcement of aluminum and magnesium alloys Selected Publications • A.R. Loukus, G. Subhash, M. Imaninejad, “Optimization of Material Properties and Process Parameters for Tube Hydroforming of

Aluminum Exrusions,” J. of Eng. Materials and Technology, 2006 • A.r. Loukus, G. Suhash, H. Valberg, “The influence of pre-forming on hydroforming of extruded aluminum tubes,” Int. J. of Forming

Processes, Vol 9/1 pp. 97-119, 2006 • A. R. Loukus, G. Subhash, M. Imaninejad, “Mechanical properties and microstructural characterization of extrusion welds,” AA6082-

T4, J. of Mat. Science 39 pp. 6561-6569,2004 • M. Imaninejad, G. Subhash, A. Loukus, “Load path optimization of tube hydroforming process,” Int. J. of Machine Tools and

Manufacture, Vol. 45, pp. 1504-1514, 2005 • R. Hathaway, A. Loukus, C. Johnson, T. Wood, J. Loukus, A. Halonen, G. Simula, V. Pikhovich, B. Coleman, D. Weiss,

“Manufactuing Process Influence of Microstructural Features of Selectively Reinforces Magnesium Metal Matrix Composites,” TMS Proceedings, San Antonio, TX, 2006

• J. E. Loukus, A. Loukus, A. Halonen, “The Effects of Processing Methods on the Mechanical Properties of Cast Magnesium Metal Matrix Composites,” AFS International Conference on High Integrity Light Metal Castings, Oct 31—Nov 1, 2005, Indianapolis, IN

Machine Design

Experimental Mechanics, Hydroforming, Metal Matrix Composites, Ceramic Processing

Lecturer, Visiting and Adjunct Faculty

Josh Loukus Lecturer; PhD Michigan Technological University

Research Interests Structural light-metal components can be designed and built cost effectively by the tailoring of macro-material properties by nano-contituents in the reinforcements of mental matrix composites (MMC). Control of both the ceramic reinforcement ‘preform’ manufacturing as well as squeeze casting capabilities are paramont to the successful deployment of a cost-effective MMC product. Deployable technologies that have been developed on this research path are: (1) Tile insulation for NASA, (2) Structural braking components, (3) RF rapid drying technology, and (4) DDS in-situ control technology.

Selected Publications • Hathaway, R., Loukus, A., Johnson, C., Wood, T., Loukus, J., Halonen, A., Simula, G., Pikhovich, V., Coleman, B., Weiss, D.,

“Manufacturing Process Influence on Microstructural Features of Selectivity Reinforces Magnesium Metal Matrix Composites”, TMS Proceedings, San Antonio, TX. 2006.

• Loukus, J.E., Loukus, A., Halonen, A., “The Effects of Processing Methods on the Mechanical Properties of Cast Magnesium Metal matrix Composites.” AFS Interantion Conference on High Integrity Light Metal Castins. Oct. 31-Nov. 1, 2005. Indianapolis, IN.

• G. Subhash, J.e. Loukus and Sudhakar M. Pandit, “Application of datat dependent systems approach for evaluation of fracture modes during a single-grit scratching”, Submitted to ‘New Frontiers in Mechanics of Materials’, 2001

• J.E. Loukus, G. Subhash and A. Chandra, Some observations on High Speed Single Grit Scratching of Ceramics, Proceedings of NSF Grantees conference, Vancouver, CA Jan04-06, 2000 (available on CD).

Nano-Ceramic Partical Dispersion, Manufacture of Metal Matrix Composites

Lecturer, Visiting and Adjunct Faculty

Qingli Dai Research Assistant Professor; PhD University of Rhode Island

Research Interests Dai’s primary research area is computer modeling and analysis of multi-phase heterogeneous composites such as infrastructure materials, based on the image processing of composite specimens. Numerically and experimentally investigates the link between microstructure and macro mechanical properties, damage/fracture mechanisms, and nonlinear constitutive behaviors of heterogeneous composites. Additional research interests include micromechanics, nanostructured materials, biomechanics, computer-aided design, pavement technology and infrastructure engineering. Selected Publications • Dai, Q., Sadd, M.H. and You, Z. (2006), “A Micromechanical Finite Element Model for Viscoelastic Creep and Viscoelastic Damage

Behavior of Asphalt Mixture,” International Journal for Numerical and Analytical Methods in Geomechanics, Vol. 30(11), pp. 1135-1158.

• Dai, Q., You, Z. and Sadd, M.H. (2006), “Micromechanical Modeling of Permanent Deformation of Asphalt Materials,” Geotechnical Special Publication: Asphalt Concrete: Simulation, Modeling, and Experimental Characterization, ASCE, pp. 12-20.

• Dai, Q., Sadd, M.H., Parameswaran, V. and Shukla, A. (2005), “Prediction of Damage Behaviors in Asphalt Materials using a Finite Element Micromechanical Model and Image Analysis,” Journal of Engineering Mechanics, ASCE, Vol. 131(7), pp.668-677.

Harold A. Evensen Professor Emeritus; PhD Syracuse University

Research Interests Evensen teaches graduate and professional courses in dynamic measurements; signal processing; industrial noise control; and vehicle noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH). He consults in industrial noise control and vibration measurements with the American machine tool industry and is experienced in dynamic measurements applied to noise and vibration problems in machines and structures. Current interests include analysis of vibrational energy flow through structures, incorporating laser Doppler vibration measurements. Selected Publications • Spisak, M. and Evensen, H. A., "Estimating Vibrational Energy Flow in Plates using an Autoregressive Technique," Proceedings,

17th Annual Modal Analysis Conference, Kissimmee, Florida, Society for Experimental Mechanics, Bethel, Connecticut, February 1999.

• Welsh, P. and Evensen, H. A., "Vibrational and Sound Radiation Properties of a Double-Layered Diesel Engine Gear Cover;" Paper 99NV-95 SAE 1999 Noise and Vibration Conference, Traverse City, Michigan, May 1999.

• Koss, L. L. and Evensen, H. A., "Structural Intensity for Complex Bending, Torsion and Warping in an Infinite Beam," Fourth International Congress on Intensity Techniques: Structural Intensity and Vibrational Energy Flow, CETIM, Paris, August 1993.

• Liu, Qunli and Subhash, Ghatu, and Evensen, Harold A. “Behavior of a Novel Iterative Deconvolution Algorithm for System Identification,” Journal of Vibration and Control, II: 985-1003, 2005.

Noise Control, Vibrations, Signal Analysis

Research Faculty

Computational Mechanics, Mechanics of Materials, Multiscale Modeling, Composite Materials

John H. Johnson Research Professor & Presidential Professor Emeritus; PhD, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Research Interests A catalyzed ceramic particulate matter filter is examined relative to its effect on emissions and the passive regeneration process within. The emissions are measured relative to their size distribution, and chemical/biological character. Modeling relative to the pressure drop and mass of particulate matter in the filter is being developed. A 1-dimensional 2 layer single channel wall-flow particulate filter model is being applied with output variables being the outlet size distribution and particle concentration, the mass of particulate matter retained in the filter, and the mass oxidized by NO2 and thermal including the location in the filter where oxidation is taking place. The diesel laboratory has been designed to include the study of active regeneration of the particulate matter deposited in the filter. A new advanced ceramic material for diesel particulate filters is being studied and the pressure drop, active regeneration characteristics, and the filtration efficiency of these filters will be compared to a conventional ceramic material being used on new heavy-duty vehicles in 2007. A lumped parameter model for the particulate filter is being used to simulate the catalyzed particulate filter in a heavy-duty truck. A Vehicle Engine Aftertreatment System Simulation (VEASS) was developed and is used for particulate filter and NOx control system studies. A model based control system is being simulated using VEASS to control the regeneration process. A project is also underway to model the control of nitrogen oxides using a SCR catalyst which is modeled as part of the overall control system model. Selected Publications • Singh, S., Johnson, J. H., Parker G.G., and Yang, S.L., “Vehicle Aftertreatment System Simulation (VEASS Model: Application to a

Controls Design Strategy for Active Regeneration of a Catalyzed Particulate Filter”, SAE Paper No. 2005-01-0970, Presented at SAE 2005 World Congress, April 11-14, 2005.

• Shende, A.S., Johnson, J.H., Yang, S.L. Bagley, S. T., and Thalagavara A. M., “The Filtration and Particulate Matter Oxidation Characteristics of a Catalyzed Wall-flow Diesel Particulate Filter: Experimental and 1-D 2-Layer Model Results,” SAE Paper No. 2005-01-0949, Presented at SAE 2005 World Congress, April 11-14, 2005

Klaus J. Weinmann Research Professor; PhD University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Research Interests Professor Weinmann's research focuses on manufacturing processes with emphasis on metal forming and tribology in metal working. Currently he is designing/constructing a next-generation, sheet-metal drawing die Incorporating active drawbeads to control the material flow in the die. He is involved in developing sensors capable of recording tangential and normal forces in sheet metal forming at the tool-sheet interfaces. His interests also extend to superplastic forming of automotive sheet, and the mechanics of chip formation and tool life in machining. Selected Publications • Bohn, M. L. and Weinmann, K. J., "Open-Loop Optimization of the Sheet Metal Drawing Process with Active Drawbeads,"

Transactions of NAMRI of SME, Vol. XXVIII, 2000. • Li, R., Weinmann, K. J., and Chandra, A., "The Use of Active Drawbeads in the Forming of Non-Symmetric Aluminum Panels,"

Transactions of NAMRI of SME, Vol. XXVII, pp. 13-18, 1999. • Bohn, M. L., Jurthe, S. U., and Weinmann, K. J., "Using Localized Closed-Loop Force Control to Provide Robustness in Sheet Metal

Forming," Transactions of NAMRI of SME, Vol. XXVI, pp. 97-102, 1998. • Xu, S. G. and Weinmann, K. J., "Prediction of Forming Limit Curves of Sheet Metals Using Hill's 1993 UserFriendly Criterion Of

Anisotropic Materials," International Journal of Mechanical Sciences, Vol. 40, pp. 91325, 1998. • Neher, W., K.J. Weinmann, and W.J. Emblom: Optimization of the Blankholder Thickness for Sheet Forming Using Finite Element

Analysis, Transactions of NAMRI of SME, Vol. XXIX, 2001, pp. 59-66. • Luckey, S. G., P. A. Friedman, C. Xia, and K. J. Weinmann: Correlation of Implicit Finite Element Analysis to Superplastic Forming

Experiments, Transactions of NAMRI of SME, Vol. 33, 2005, pp. 33-40.

Sheet Metal Forming, Tribology in Metal Forming, Metal Cutting

Research Faculty

Internal Combustion Engines, Diesels, Air Pollution, Emissions Modeling

Robert L. Whipple Research Engineer; MS Michigan Technological University

Research Interests Technical roles performed in research activities include-design of experiments, design of experimental equipment, data acquisition to include installation and programming of computerized data acquisition systems, instrumentation selection and calibration, and data analysis with statistical comparisons. Projects include - • Diurnal size changes in plants • Stress wave propagation in underground hardrock mines • Properties of finger bones • Flow patterns and heat transfer of louvered fin heat exchanger • Design of sporting equipment Effects of corona discharge on heat transfer and pressure drops in tubes Selected Publications • Ohadi, M. M., Haase, R. A., Whipple, R. L., and Wouri, A. F., "A Basic Study on Ice Detachment from Road Surface Via High-

Pressure Abrasive Liquid Jets," Proceedings of the 10th International Symposium on Jet Cutting Technology, Amsterdam, Paper no. H-3, October 1990.

• Nelson, D. A., Ohadi, M. M., Zia, S., and Whipple, R. L, "Electrostatic Effects on Pressure Drop in Tube Flows," International Journal of Heat and Fluid Flow, Vol. 11, No. 4, pp. 298-302, 1990.

• Whipple, R. L., Ligon, J. B., Burger, C. P., and Coffman, M. S., "Resistance Strain Gages as Physiological Transducers on Trees," Experimental Mechanics, Vol. 16, No. 9, pp. 329-36, September 1976.

Engineering Mechanics, Experimental Methods, Biomechanics, And Phytomechanics

Research Engineer

DEPARTMENT OF

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING-ENGINEERING MECHANICS

Design/Dynamic Systems research

Control systems Design Dynamic signal analysis Finite element analysis Modal analysis Noise control Robotics Sound quality Structural controls Vibrations

Michigan Technological University 1400 Townsend Drive, Houghton, MI 49931-1295

www.me.mtu.edu

Design/Dynamic Systems Faculty

Telephone: Area Code 906 E‑Mail

John E. Beard, Associate Professor, 487‑3110 Area Director Design / Dynamic Systems jebeard@mtu.edu

PhD, Purdue University Design of Mechanical Systems and Hybrid Electric Powertrains, Biomedical Engineering, Manufacturing

Jason R. Blough, Assistant Professor 487-1020 PhD, University of Cincinnati jrblough@mtu.edu Vibrations, Unique Instrumentation/Data Acquisition, Digital Signal Processing, Noise Control, High Precision Static, and Dynamic GPS-based Measurements Harold A. Evensen, Professor Emeritus 487‑3433 PhD, Syracuse University haevense@mtu.edu

Noise Control, Vibrations, Signal Analysis

John K. Gershenson, Associate Professor 487-2047 PhD, University of Idaho jkgershe@mtu.edu Product and Process Architecture, Lean Engineering Sustainable Product Design

Thomas R. Grimm, Associate Professor 487-2574

PhD, Michigan Technological University trgrimm@mtu.edu Mechanical Engineering Design, Computer Aided Design, Biomechanics

Edward Lumsdaine, Professor 487-2977

ScD, New Mexico State University lumsdain@mtu.edu Engineering Education, High-Tech Training, Noise and Vibrations, Heat Transfer

Gordon G. Parker, Professor, Research Director 487-1850

PhD, State University of New York at Buffalo ggparker@mtu.edu Controls, Mechatronics, and Nonlinear Systems

Chris E. Passerello, Professor 487‑2161

PhD, University of Cincinnati cepass@mtu.edu Dynamics, Vibrations, Finite Elements

Mohan D. Rao, Associate Professor 487‑2892 PhD, Auburn University mrao@mtu.edu Vibrations, Noise Control, Damping, Acoustics, Sound Quality and Auditory Science

William R. Shapton, Professor Emeritus 487-3433 PhD, University of Cincinnati wshapton@mtu.edu

Design, Kinematics, Vibration, Modal Analysis, NVH, Noise Path Analysis, Sound Quality

Henry Sodano, Assistant Professor 487-2709 PhD, Virginia Tech hsodano@mtu.edu Smart Structures, Vibration Control, Power Harvesting, Structural Health Monitoring, Deployable Satellites Charles D. Van Karsen, Associate Professor 487‑2159

MSME, University of Cincinnati cdvankar@mtu.edu Experimental Vibro-Acoustics, Digital Signal Processing

Byeng Dong Youn, Assistant Professor 487-3473 PhD, University of Iowa bdyoun@mtu.edu Reliability-Based Design, Statistical Information Technology (SIT), Design Sensitivity Analysis, Biomechanics

Research Laboratory Facilities

Intelligent Systems and Control Laboratory • A crane testbed consisting of a 6 degree‑of‑freedom motion platform and an instrumented, 5-axis

crane. Both systems are controlled by separate dSPACE 1103 controller boards for rapid-prototype motion planning, disturbance rejection, and operator-in-the-loop control research.

• A discrete structure test system with both composite and aluminum truss elements for structural

health monitoring and vibration control research. • An MBC500 electromagnetic bearing spindle system • Several instrumented and actuated nonlinear systems for fundamental nonlinear control design

verification. • 6 dSPACE rapid prototyping controller development systems (3, DS1103 & 3, DS1004) • 1 xPC Taget/National Instruments based, rapid prototyping control system. • A high-speed, Cognex robot vision system • A networked computer system with a variety of Windows and OS X laptops and workstations • General purpose instrumentation and sensors including high-precision LVDTs, pressure sensors,

strain gauge amplifiers, high-voltage PZT amplifiers, signal conditioners, oscilloscopes, precision power supplies, and function generators.

Dynamic Systems Laboratory

• Isolated testbeds for controlled excitation and operating condition vibration testing.

• M/B Electrodynamic and MTS servo‑hydraulic shaker systems.

• HP3565, 30 channel data acquisition with LMS (3.5) measurement software.

• HP700 workstations (5) using LMS (3.5) measurement and analysis software and MATLAB.

• Portable data acquisition using Sony DAT (8‑channel) and TEAC VHS (16‑channel).

• Force and motion transducers from PCB Piezotronics

• Polytec laser vibrometer.

• Unholtz‑Dickey 1700 lbf electrodynamic shaker

• HP35670, HP35665, HP35660 dynamic signal analyzers.

• Ф1dB Symphonie Systems for real time noise and vibration measurement.

• 16 channell SCADAS III Data Acquisition System

• LMS Test.Lab

• LMS Virtual.Lab

• Binaural Recording System, Head Acoustics

• 48 channel VXI data acquisition system

• 112 Channel Larson Davis DDS (mobile) data acquisition system

• High precisions Differential RTK enabled GPS w/20 Hz update rate for dynamics and position measurement

Noise Control and Sound Quality Laboratories

• Anechoic Chamber (8'x8'x10') interconnected with a Reverberant Chamber (8'x10'x12'), permits studies of material absorption/transmission, product sound and sound quality.

• Sound Quality Workstations (LMS and SDRC), networked, permit generation, assessment,

simulation and modification of product sound. Sound Quality Listening Area permits jury investigations.

• Laser Doppler Velocimeter coupled with Workstation, permits remote measurement and

post‑processing of surface velocity and vibrational energy flow through structures. • Silicon Graphics “indigo” Workstations (5) for classroom and research assessment of sound

quality. These units are licensed to carry the full array of SDRC‑IDEAS Sound Quality and Test software.

• Bruel & Kjaer Sound Intensity measurements systems (3) for evaluating acoustical energy flow

from consumer products. • Full array of portable sound level meters, vibration transducers, amplifiers and 2‑channel

Fourier Analyzers for evaluation of product sound, vibration, noise path and intensity. • Shared Access to the Dynamic Systems Laboratory permits source identification, analysis and

modification. Life-Cycle Engineering Laboratory Design and Manufacturing Computations Laboratory

• Parasolid and ACIS solid modeling libraries • CADshell/wxWindows CAD software framework libraries • iSight integration/optimization program • GPSS geometric problem solving libraries with integrated solvers: D-Cubed, Newton- Raphson

iteration, bi-partite graph network flow algorithm, and advanced sub-graphisomorphism algorithm (most develop in-house)

• MPI distributed computing code • In-House Genetic Algorithm Library • In-House Topology Optimization Library • Unigraphics NX, I-DEAS, ABAQUS, and Matlab integration code

Intelligent SYStem Realization & Design (iSYS R&D) lab (MEEM 901)

• Four Dual Booting PC Computers (Windows and Linux) • Linux Cluster • CATIA P3 V5R14 • OPTIMUS 5.1, NOESIS • LMS Virtual.Lab Motion • LMS Virtual.Lab Fatigue • UG NX3 • MSC.NASTRAN 2005r2 • MSC.ADAMS 2005.0 • VR&D GENESIS 7.5 • RBDOT 2.5

ME-EM Research Projects through June 2006 Design/ Dynamic Systems (DDS)

Name Role Sponsor Total Award Title

Beard, John Co-PI

National Science Foundation $156,405

Senior Engineering Design Projects to Assist Disabled Persons in Michigan's Copper Country

Blough, Jason Co-PI General Motors Corp $96,510

Experimental Determination of Tur-bine Blade Inlet Tip Loading

Co-PI General Motors Corp $196,194

The Effect of Torque converter De-sign Parameters on Noise & Cavitation Characteristics

Co-PI Caterpillar Inc $54,452

Development & Validation of Sound Package Treatments to Reduce Noise from Caterpillar Engines

Co-PI Anonymous $192,000 CONFIDENTIAL (Per Clause 16)

Co-PI

Craft Engineering Associates Inc $22,999

Simulation of Motion Control during Cargo Transfer Operations

Co-PI

Craft Engineering Associates Inc $22,999

Simulation of Aerial Delivery of Cargo from Ship to Shore

PI Polaris Industries Inc $60,000

Characterization of Seat & Handle-bar Vibration of ATV's & Snowmo-biles

PI Ford Motor Co Inc $156,264

Optimization of P/T Mounting Sys-tem for Steady State Drive Condi-tions 2006

PI PCB Piezotronics $43,000 Larson Davis DSS Labview VI & NVH Course Development

PI Polaris Industries Inc $10,000 Snowmobile Powertrain Transfer Path Analysis

PI Polaris Industries Inc $4,900 Characterization of Elastomer Snowmobile Powertrain Mounts

Evensen, Harold Co-PI

National Aeronautics Space Administration $436,763

Direct Computational Simulations and Experiments for Internal Con-densing Flows' System-Instabilities/Dynamics in Micro-Gravity and Terrestrial Environments

Gershenson, John Co-PI

National Science Foundation $6,519,800

IGERT: Achieving Environmental, Industrial, and Societal Sustainabil-ity via the Sustainable Futures Model

Co-PI Boston Scientific Corp $60,000 P2A2 Membership

PI National Science Foundation $372,716

Product Modularity - The Link Be-tween Product Architecture and Product Life-cycle Costs

PI Ford Motor Co $21,250 Systematic Design of Product Plat-form Achitectures

PI General Motors Corp $175,125 Application of GM-GMS to the Manufacturing Systems Design

PI Terex Handlers $174,492 A Proposal for the MTU/Terex Lean Leadership Laboratory

Grimm, Thomas PI Greenheck Fan Corp $23,400 Senior Design #30 - Reversible Fan

ME-EM Research Projects through June 2006 Design/ Dynamic Systems (DDS)

Name Role Sponsor Total Award Title

Lumsdaine, Edward

Co-PI

National Science Foundation $659,108

Creating an Entrepreneurial Culture in a Rural Setting

PI Ford Motor Co Inc $140,914 2005 C3P Technical Administrative Support

PI Ford Motor Co Inc $326,147 2005 Support of C3P Powertrain Training

PI Ford Motor Co Inc $293,294 2005 Support of C3P 200 Level Training

PI Ford Motor Co Inc $143,034 2006 C3P Technical Administratative Support

PI Ford Motor Co Inc $231,204 2006 Support of C3P Powertrain Training

PI Ford Motor Co Inc $234,301 2006 200 Level C3P Training

PI Ford Motor Co Inc $5,819 2006 Funding for a C3P, Subject Matter Expert

Parker, Gordon Co-PI Ford Motor Co Inc $81,742 TI-VCT Engine Optimazation

PI National Science Foundation $87,800

Graduate Research Fellowship Program (awarded to Rebecca Petteys)

PI BMT Designers & Planners Inc $205,827

System Identification of Hydrostatic Transmission for Pendulation Controll System Implementation & Simulation

PI BMT Designers & Planners Inc $85,158 Crane Test Bed Development

PI International Truck & Engine $112,473

SCR Catalyst Modeling & Evaluation of Control Strategies for NOx Reduction in Diesel Engine Exhaust Aftertreatment Systems

PI Intelligent Automation Inc $23,000 Synchronization Control of Ship Rendezvous Operations

PI Anonymous $192,000 CONFIDENTIAL (Per Clause 16)

PI Craft Engineering Associates Inc $22,999

Simulation of Motion Control during Cargo Transfer Operations

PI Craft Engineering Associates Inc $22,999

Simulation of Aerial Delivery of Cargo from Ship to Shore

Rao, Mohan Co-PI Ford Motor Co Inc $156,264

Optimization of P/T Mounting System for Steady State Drive Conditions 2006

PI John Deere Co $25,600

Measurement of Acoustic Absorption of Grass Surfaces Using the In-Situ Method

PI Ford Motor Co $20,348

Senior Design: Design, Testing and Construction of a Hemi-Anechoic Chamber for the Chssis-Roll Dynamometer Test Faculty at MTU

PI Caterpillar Inc $54,452

Development & Validation of Sound Package Treatments to Reduce Noise from Caterpillar Engines

ME-EM Research Projects through June 2006 Design/ Dynamic Systems (DDS)

Name Role Sponsor Total Award Title

PI Volvo Construction Equipment Korea $54,261

Enterprise: Study & Reduction of Interior Noise in Volvo Excavators

PI Battelle $30,289

Development of a Robust Speech Metric Based on Binau-ral Speech Perception

Sodano, Henry PI State of Michigan $41,064

REF: Multifunctional Piezoelectric Carbon Fiber

Van Karsen, Charles

Co-PI

National Aeronautics Space Administration $436,763

Direct Computational Simula-tions and Experiments for Inter-nal Condensing Flows' System-Instabilities/Dynamics in Micro-Gravity and Terrestrial Environ-ments

PI

UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS LOWELL $36,242

Multi-Semester Interwoven Pro-ject for Teaching Basic Core Stem Material Critical to Solving Dynamic Systems Problems

PI Whirlpool Corporation $35,595

Sound and Vibration Characterization of Pro Laundry Fabric Care Machines

Youn, Byeng Dong PI Battelle $65,067

Uncertainty Data Acquisition & Integration of Response Surface Method to Statistics-Based Analysis & Design Methodology in Distributed Environment

PI General Motors Research and Development Center $32,301

Non-Deterministic Engineering Design Optimization for a Passenger Restraint System

Design/Dynamic Systems

Graduate Students (2001 to 2006)

Doctor of Philosophy

Name Degree Dissertation (Advisor) Wei Chen PhD Simultaneous Optimization of Smart Structures (G. G. Parker)

Houjin Cheng PhD Model Based Experimental Investigation on Powered Gait Orthosis (PGO) (J. E. Beard)

Larry Deaton PhD Investigations into the Causes and Methods of Reducing Airflow Induced Buffeting Over Vehicle Rear Windows (M.D. Rao)

Fang Guo PhD Defining Relationships among Product Architecture, Product Life-Cycle Modularity, and Product Life-Cycle Cost (J. K. Gershenson)

Min Hao PhD Optimum Design of Multiple Constrained Layered Structures for Vibration Control (M. D. Rao)

Darin Kowalski PhD Characterization and Prediction of Cavitation Induced Torque Converter Noise

(C. L. Anderson, J. R. Blough)

Yuming Niu PhD Selection of Industrial Coatings Based on Environmental Impact Characteristics (J. K. Gershenson)

Sandeep Pavnaskar PhD A Systematic Method for Leaning Engineering Processes (J. K. Gershenson)

Rong Qu PhD Health Monitoring, Diagnostics and Prognostics of Mechanical Systems (M. D. Rao)

Zhiru Shi PhD Dynamic Modeling, Simulation and ParameterIdentification of a Hydrostatic Transmission with Application to Crane System Characterization (G.G. Parker)

Xiangyu Zhou PhD An Issue Driven Design Collaboration Model for Design Collaboration Server Implementation (L.B. King)

Master of Science

Name Degree Thesis (Advisor)

Abhitjit K. Alhat MSME Report: Comparison of Experimental Modal Analysis and Finite Element Modal Analysis for Refrigeration Tubes (C. E. Passerello)

Andrew R. Barnard MSME Evaluation of Measurement Techniques to Determine the Acoustical Properties of Porous and Multi-Layered Acoustic Treatments (M. D. Rao)

Larry A. Beggs MSME (B. P. Bettig)

Krishna Birru MSME Uncovering the Technical Issues Related to Dynamic Solver Selection in Advanced Engineering Environments (B. P. Bettig)

Matthew Black MSME Evaluation and Diagnosis of Steering Column Vibration (M. D. Rao)

Name Degree Thesis (Advisor) Brandon C. Bloss MSME On the Development and Validation of Hybrid Statistical Energy

Analysis Models of Automobile Panels using Autosea 2 (M. D. Rao)

Shyammaham Boyapati MSME Influence of the Thickness of a Bracket on the Load Transmitted to the Fasteners in a Bracket and Flange Assembly Considering Preload in the Bolts (T.R. Grimm)

Konstantin Bulgakov MSME Design of a Scale Model Electric Crane (G.G. Parker)

Steven Case MSME The Validation of a Classification Scheme for Lean Manufacturing Tools (J. K. Gershenson)

Shailendra Chaubal MSME Implementation of Modified Frontier Algorithm for Constraint Solving (B.P. Bettig)

Sze Kwan Cheah MSME Modeling and Application on an Eddy Current Damper or a Rotating System (H.A. Sodano)

Wei Chen MSME Optimal Sensor Design and Control of Piezoelectric Laminate Beams (G.G. Parker)

Wen-Po Chiang MSME Engine Speed Control Using Throttle-by-Wire (RP. Patankar)

Jer-Hong Chong MSME Dynamic Behavior of Spacecraft Formation Flying Using Coulomb Forces (G. G. Parker, L. B. King)

Nicholas D. Chope MSME Development of Design Guidelines for the Climbing Hold Industry (J. K. Gershenson)

Abigail R. Clarke MSME (J. K. Gershenson)

Wendell Dayton MSME Effects of Environmental Factors on the Measurement of Sound Power with Application to Snowmobiles (M. D. Rao)

Christopher Dehlin MSME The Design and Development of a Multiple-Axis Shaker for Experimental Structured Dynamics (C. D. Van Karsen)

Joseph R. Derk MSME The Estimation and Ediction of Bearing Forces within a

Gearbox (C. D. Van Karsen)

Amajot S. Dhaliwal MSME Active Structural Acoustic Control of Road Noise in a Passenger Vehicle (G. G. Parker)

Jagdish K. Dholaria MSME (M.D. Rao)

Brandon John Dilworth MSME Implementation of the Time Variant Discrete Fourier Transform as a Real-Time Order Tracking Algorithm (J. R. Blough)

Jared L. Dinkel MSME Algorithms for Autonomous Tandem Operation of a Dual M113 System (J. R. Blough)

Jeffrey C. Etapa MSME High Frequency – Low Amplitude Dynamic Characterization of Elastomers through Experimental Techniques

(J. R. Blough, C. D.Vankarsen)

Markus Fischer MSME (B.D. Youn)

Steve A. Frait MSME Parameter Effects in Magnetic Speed Sensing Through an Interposed Rotating Element (G. G. Parker)

Jing Voon Gan MSME Actuator Characterization and Design Improvement (G.G. Parker)

Vikram Ganpule MSME Modal Testing and Correlation of Flexible Plate Structures (C. D. Van Karsen)

Catherine A. Hagemeyer MSME The Classification and Applications of Problem Solving Quality Tools (J.K. Gershenson)

Name Degree Thesis (Advisor) Daniel A. Hicks MSME A Comparison of Speech Intelligibility between the Callsign

Acquisition Test and the Modified Rhyme Test (M. D. Rao)

John G. Holt MSME The Use of Unique Time History Excitation in the Dynamic Characterization of Elastomers (M. D. Rao)

Matthew J. Hurt MSME Non-Steady State Simulation of a Hybrid-Electric Vehicle (J. E. Beard)

Hugo Damian Jimenez MSME Some Results on a Study of an Unattended Ground Sensor (UGS) Prototype using COTS in Terms of it’s Communication and Power Capabilities (G. G. Parker)

David Johnson MSME In-Situ Powertrain Inertial Estimation (J.R. Blough)

Matthew Jones MSME Effects of Acoustic Plan Wave Reflections on In-Duct Transmission Loss Measurements Using the Two Microphone Method (C. D. Van Karsen)

Shantanu D. Joshi MSME Control Over Projection Using Head Tracking for a Desktop Virtual

Reality System (B.P. Bettig)

Britta A. Jost MSME Application of the Approximation and Model Management Optimization (AMMO) Framework to Parameter Identification Problems (G.G. Parker)

Vidyasagar Kantipudi MSME (J.K. Gershenson)

Justin D. Keske MSME Characterization of Human Vibration Exposure from the Operator Interfaces of Snowmobiles and All Terrain Vehicles (J.R. Blough)

Jason C. Kiiskila MSME Caterpillar CB-534D Vibratory Asphalt Compactor Cab Noise Reduction (C. D. Van Karsen)

Anthony J. Komarek MSME Experimental Modal Analysis of Conventional and Two-Piece Automotive Propshafts (C. D. Van Karsen)

Kurt H. Korpela MSME (C.E. Passerello)

Darin Kowalski MSME The Effects of Different Input Excitation on the Dynamic Characterization of Automotive Shock Absorbers (M. D. Rao)

Jaime A. Krull MSME A method to Identify Promising Materials – An Enabling Technology for Sustainable Developments

(J. K. Gershenson, J.W. Sutherland)

Erin E. Kruse MSME Nonlinear Modeling and Simulation of a Hydrostatic Drive System (G. G. Parker)

Edward T. Lee MSME Noise Path Analysis of a Clothes Dryer (C.D. Van Karsen)

Phie Theng Lee MSME Field Data Acquisition Apparatus Setup and Testing for Household Clothes Washers and Clothes Dryers

(C.D. Van Karsen)

Daniel P. Leep MSME (J.K. Gershenson)

Dhaval D. Lokagariwar MSME A Purely Declarative Feature-Based Design Methodology with Feature Type Property Maintenance (B. P. Bettig)

Niranjan R. Londhe MSME Development of In-Situ Sound Absorption Measurement Technique and Comparison of Sound Absorption Coefficient of Grass Surface and Acoustic Treatments (J.R. Blough, M. D. Rao)

Thomas Mayer MSME Control of Electric Power Steering (R. P. Patankar)

Name Degree Thesis (Advisor) Angus M. Morison MSME Nondestructive Evaluation of Short Span Timber Bridges with

Impact Generated FRFs (C. D. Van Karsen) Nathan A. Mouw MSME Experimental Relative Acceleration and Instantaneous Center

Approaches to Rigid Body Motion as Applied to Automotive Exterior Mirrors (C. D. Van Karsen)

Siong Kai Ng MSME Robot Trajectory Design for High-Speed Flexible Payloads (G.G. Parker)

Yuming Niu MSME (J.K. Gershenson)

Sandeep J. Pavnaskar MSME A Structured Toolset for Lean Product Development (J. K.Gershenson)

Rebecca S. Petteys MSME Modeling, Simulation and Adaptive Control of an Electromagnetic Bearing System (G. G. Parker)

Ronald L. Pruse MSME Speech Intelligibility of the Callsign Acquisiton Test (CAT) in Noise (M. D. Rao)

Abhay Surendra K Rawal MSME Compliant Floor Test Stand (M. D. Rao, C .D. Van Karsen,)

Paul A. Rosso MSME A Variable Displacement Engine with Independently Controllable Stroke length and Compression Ration (J. E. Beard, J. R. Blough)

Peter Sandretto MSME Application of Next Generation Technologies to Competition Human Powered Vehicles (J. K. Gershenson)

Matthias H. Schabus MSME Damping of Multiple Constrained Layered Systems (M. D. Rao)

Arunandan Sharma MSME Genetic Algorithm Based Command Shaping Technique for Rapid Reposition of Flexible Payload (G.G. Parker)

Nishant Singh MSME Development of a Vehicle Engine Aftertreatment System Simulation (VEASS) Model with Application to the Study of a Controls Design Strategy for Active Regeneration (G. G. Parker)

Palwinder Singh MSME Port Compatibility and Connectability Based Assemby Design (B. P. Bettig)

Robert E. Smith MSME Modeling the AH-64A Apache: Hardbody and Plume (E. Lumsdaine)

Matthew J. Spruit MSME Modeling and Correlation Techniques for Development of Experimental and Analytical Modal Models of a Thin, Flexible Plate (C.D. Van Karsen)

Albert K. Suckow MSME Unstructured Surface Mesh Generation through Point Cloud Interpolation (H. A. Evensen)

Jiping Tang MSME Residual Vibration Reduction for Nonminimum Phase Systems Using an Input Shaping Approach (G. G. Parker)

Britta Vande Hei MSME Application of the Approximation and Model Management Optimization (AMNO) Framework to Parameter Identification Problems (G. G. Parker)

Prasanth R. Vengala MSME A Study of Active Noise and Vibration Control Using Filtered Reference Gradient Adaptive Lattice Algorithm (J. R. Blough)

James C. Vizanko MSME An Investigation into the Error Sources of Indirect Force Estimation for the Application of Experimental Transfer Path Analysis

(H. A. Evensen)

Name Degree Thesis (Advisor) Timothy R. Walter MSME Evaluation of Sandwich Panel Parameters with Hydromat Test

Method (G. Subhash)

Don M. Wilbur, Jr. MSME Automatic Transmission, Static Engagement Design Improvements Using a Systems Engineering Design Approach (W. R. Shapton)

Donald G. Wirkner MSME Experimental and Finite Element Analysis of a Parking Brake Bracket Using Contact Elements (C.E. Passerello)

Kenneth J. Wirkner MSME Dynamic Characterization of Elastomeric Materials (M. D. Rao)

Janardhan Yandooru MSME The Development of an Interface Between MATLAB and I-DEAS That will Enable MATLAB Access and Manipulate I-DEAS Geometric Data (J. E. Beard)

Kacey Zach MSME Application of a Viscoelastic Dynamic Absorber to a Front-Loading Washing Machine (C. D. Van Karsen)

DEPARTMENT OF

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING-ENGINEERING MECHANICS

Energy thermofluids research Combustion Computational fluid mechanics Fluid mechanics Heat transfer Thermodynamics

Michigan Technological University 1400 Townsend Drive, Houghton, MI 49931-1295

www.me.mtu.edu

Energy Thermofluids Faculty

Telephone: Area Code (906)

E‑Mail Jeffrey S. Allen, Assistant Professor 487-2349 PhD, University of Dayton jstallen@mtu.edu Capillary Flow, Interfacial Transport Phenomena, Fuel Cells, Phase-Change Heat Transfer, Microgravity Fluid Physics Carl L. Anderson, Professor 487‑2378 Associate Chair and Director of Graduate Studies cander@mtu.edu Director Powertrain Systems Caucus PhD, University of Wisconsin‑Madison Heat Transfer, I. C. Engines, Torque Converters, Infrared Radiometry, Infrared & Microwave Telemetry Peck Cho, Professor 487‑2891 PhD, Northwestern University peckcho@mtu.edu Combustion Lyon B. King, Associate Professor 487-2683 Area Director Energy Thermo Fluids lbking@mtu.edu PhD, University of Michigan Space Propulsion, Plasma Physics, Optical Fluid Diagnostics Donna J. Michalek, Assistant Professor, 487‑3152 Associate Chair and Director of Undergraduate Studies donna@mtu.edu PhD, University of Texas at Arlington CFD, Multi-Phase Flow, Atomization and Sprays, Thermosciences in Manufacturing Abhijit Mukherjee, Associate Professor 487-1174 PhD, University of California – Los Angeles mukherje@mtu.edu Heat Transfer, Boiling, InterfacialPhenomena, Micro- and Nanofluidics Jeffrey D. Naber, Associate Professor 487-1938 PhD, University of Wisconsin-Madison jnaber@mtu.edu Powertrain Systems, Internal Combustion Engines, Combustion & Aftertreatment Amitabh Narain, Professor 487‑2555 PhD, University of Minnesota narain@mtu.edu Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Viscoelastic Flow K.V.C. Rao, Lecturer 487-1173 PhD, I.I. T. Madras kvcrao@mtu.edu Heat Transfer, Fluid Flow & Ventilation Jason (Song Lin) Yang, Professor 487‑2624 PhD, University of Florida slyang@mtu.edu Computational Fluid Dynamics and Heat Transfer, Grid Generation, Turbine Combustor Simulation, Computational Aerodynamics

Research Faculty John H. Johnson, Research Professor 487‑2576

PhD, University of Wisconsin‑Madison jjohnson@mtu.edu Internal Combustion Engines, Diesels, Air Pollution, Emissions, Modeling

Research Laboratory Facilities Automotive Powertrain Laboratories – A wide variety of facilities are available for engine and power transfer research: Automotive Engines - Three automotive-type engine dynamometer cells are available with space for six test engines. These facilities have emission measuring capabilities, in-cylinder wireless telemetry measuring capabilities, and high-speed data acquisition capabilities. SI and CI engines are studied. Small Engines Laboratory - The small engine laboratory has a number of small engines used for the study of engine combustion, alternate fuels, and other engine phenomena. One dynamometer test cell is devoted to research associated with two stroke engines. This facility has access to emissions mea-suring equipment and high speed data acquisition equipment. Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Laboratory - The diesel engine laboratory contains two modern diesel engine dynamometer facilities. All the standard engine measurement, including emissions, can be obtained. In addition, both the physical and biological characteristics of diesel exhaust can be obtained. Torque Converters - A 275 Hp torque-converter test-cell with both motoring and absorbing capa-bilities is available. A microwave telemetry technique is employed for a diverse array of torque converter studies including cavitation studies, static pressure maps on the blade elements, blade strain, and noise measurements. The Interdisciplinary Center for Advanced Propulsion (ICAP) - Faculty members in the Energy Thermofluids Area participate in a Center of Excellence in the area of internal combustion engines. The Interdisciplinary Center for Advanced Propulsion (ICAP) is housed in the College of Engineering and is funded by the United States Department of Energy and related industries. ICAP is focused on both education and research and is the only DOE Center of Excellence in engine technology in the United States. The goals of ICAP are to develop a truly cross disciplin-ary course offering in engines and to educate highly qualified engineers and scientists who will seek to overcome technological barriers preventing the development and production of cost-effec-tive high-efficiency vehicle for the U.S. market. ICAP is composed of faculty members from mechanical, chemical, electrical and metallurgical engineering. Droplet/Spray Laboratory - The centerpiece of the experimental facilities is a drop collider apparatus. This device for determining the outcome of collisions between two liquid drops is unique in that it constrains the motion of the drops to a plane, and allows the number and sizes of the post-collision drops to be accurately measured. This apparatus includes a standard 30 fps digital video camera and computer system that can analyze every frame of video individually. Advanced Space Propulsion Laboratory — The centerpieces of the ASPL is a 2 m-dia x 5-m long space simulation vacuum facility for full-scale testing of electric propulsion systems used on spacecraft. Cryogenic pumps are capable of evacuating the facility to 10 -6 torr at speeds up to 60,000 liters-per-second. Bioengineering Facilities - Experimental facilities within the department are used for bioengineering. Microfluidic and Interfacial Tranport Lab - The Microfluidic and Interfacial Transport Lab contains a variety of compound (upright and inverted) and stereo microscopes, optical components and a vibration isolation optical table. The lab is designed to explore the fundamental physics of fluid and thermal transport at the microscale including evaporation/condensation and microscale two-phase flow with an emphasis on water management in low-temperature fuel cells.

Cold Room Facility - The Cold Room Facility consists of 8'H x 12'L x 7'W Test Chamber located in a 550 square foot Control Room. The Test Chamber can maintain steady temperatures between -30 and +40 deg. C and can control the relative humidity to ± 2%. The Test Chamber is capable of rejecting up to 36,000 BTU per hour to a water cooled condensing unit and is capable of exhausting and making up of 300 CFM (0.144 cubic m/s). The Control Room is capable of rejecting approximately 1.5 to 3 tons (18,000-36,000 BTUH) of energy through the air handling system when the heat is not rejected to the drain and is capable of exhausting 1,225 CFM. Heat Transfer Laboratory - A heat transfer laboratory includes research and classic heat transfer experiments. Instrumentation is available for temperature and other measurements. Internal Condensing Flow Test Bench - A condensing flow loop is being used to study the dynamics of wavy interfaces, measure heat transfer rates, visualize flows, investigate effects of exit conditions, and investigate the effects of noise. Laser Laboratory - This laboratory contains laser instrumentation for the measurement of the fundamental characteristics of flames. The laboratory also contains laser instrumentation for the measurement of droplet sizes of fuel injectors and an instrument for measuring the pattern produced by a fuel injector spray.

ME-EM Research Projects through June 2006 Energy Thermofluids (ETF)

Name Role Sponsor Total Award Title

Allen, Jeffrey PI National Aeronautics Space Administration $64,138

Dynamics and Heat Transfer of Evaporating Films in Reduced Gravity

PI National Aeronautics Space Administration $50,333

Microscale Investigation of the Thermo-Fluid Transport in the Transition Film Region of an Evaporating Capillary Meniscus

PI State of Michigan $28,176

REF: Technique for Non-Instrusive Pressure Measurements in Microfluidic-Based MEMS Devices - A Feasibility Study

Anderson, Carl PI US Dept of Education $163,980

GAANN: Enhancing the Position of the United States Through Interdisciplinary Development of Fuel Efficient Hybrid Compatible Internal Combustion Engines

PI Visteon Corporation $393,193 Electronically Controlled Powertrain Cooling - Year 4

PI General Motors Corp $96,510 Experimental Determination of Turbine Blade Inlet Tip Loading

PI General Motors Corp $196,194

The Effect of Torque converter Design Parameters on Noise & Cavitation Characteristics

PI Ford Motor Co $45,000 Ford Distance Learning Program - PhD in Mechanical Engineering (MEEM)

PI US Dept of Energy $54,074

Direct Injection Compression Ignition Diesel Automotive Technology Education (GATE) Program

Cho, Peck Co-PI US Dept of Energy $54,074

Direct Injection Compression Ignition Diesel Automotive Technology Education (GATE) Program

Johnson, John Co-PI

International Truck & En-gine $112,473

SCR Catalyst Modeling & Evaluation of Control Strategies for NOx Reduction in Diesel Engine Exhaust Aftertreatment Systems

Co-PI US Dept of Energy $54,074

Direct Injection Compression Ignition Diesel Automotive Technology Education (GATE) Program

PI John Deere Co $224,915

Modeling of a Continuously Regenerating Particulate Trap in a Heavy-Duty Diesel Engine with Cooled Low Pressure EGR

King, Lyon PI US Dept of Defense $383,119 A Vaporizing Liquid-Metal Anode for High-Power Hall Thrusters

PI US Dept of Defense $242,115

PECASE: Spacecraft Interaction Studies of a 20-kW Bismuth-Fueled Hall Thruster

PI National Science Founda-tion $602,334

CAREER: Electron Fluid Dynamics in a Hall-effect Accelerator: Using Fundamental Research to Enhance Education and Technology

PI

University of Michigan-Michigan Space Grant Consortium $2,500 High Power Vacuum Arc Thruster

PI

University of Michigan-Michigan Space Grant Consortium $5,000 Electron Dynamics in Hall Thrusters

ME-EM Research Projects through June 2006 Energy Thermofluids (ETF)

Name Role Sponsor Total Award Title

King, Lyon PI

University of Michigan-Michigan Space Grant Consortium $5,000 Electron Dynamics in Hall Thrusters

PI

University of Michigan-Michigan Space Grant Consortium $2,500

An Investigation of Model Characteris-tics of an Inflatable Space Structure

PI

University of Michigan-Michigan Space Grant Consortium $2,500

Design of High Altitude Glider Using Composite Materials

PI

University of Michigan-Michigan Space Grant Consortium $2,500 High Altitude Glider

Michalek, Donna Co-PI State of Michigan $34,700

Nationally Visible Infrastructure: The MTU Machining Education & Research Laboratories (MERL)

Co-PI US Dept of Energy $54,074

Direct Injection Compression Ignition Diesel Automotive Technology Education (GATE) Program

PI Kimberly-Clark Corp $20,349 Senior Design: #2 Venturi Eductors - Kimberly-Clark

Naber, Jeffrey Co-PI Ford Motor Co Inc $80,143 Auto-Calibration: Cold Start & Warm-Up

Co-PI Ford Motor Co $45,000

Ford Distance Learning Program - PhD in Mechanical Engineering (MEEM)

PI Motorola Inc $147,646

Experimental Measure & Analysis for Determination of IC Engine Performance Interations

PI Ford Motor Co Inc $81,742 TI-VCT Engine Optimazation

PI State of Michigan $36,865

REF-RS: The Development of Hydrogen & Hydrogen Duel Fuelled Internal Combustion Engine Research Programs

PI John Deere Co $23,400

Senior Design #28 - Series Turbocharger System with Interstage EGR Routing

Narain, Amitabh PI R.W. Fernstrum & Co $12,218

Investigation of Flow and Heat Exchange Capabilities for FERNCOOL Box Cooler Heat Exchangers (Extension)

PI National Aeronautics Space Administration $436,763

Direct Computational Simulations and Experiments for Internal Condensing Flows' System-Instabilities/Dynamics in Micro-Gravity and Terrestrial Environments

PI Engineered Machined Products Inc $67,748

Flow Simulations for Optimized Performance of EMP (Engineered Machined Products, Inc.) made displacement pumps

Yang, Song-Lin Co-PI Visteon Corporation $393,193

Electronically Controlled Powertrain Cooling - Year 4

Co-PI John Deere Co $224,915

Modeling of a Continuously Regenerating Particulate Trap in a Heavy-Duty Diesel Engine with Cooled Low Pressure EGR

Co-PI US Dept of Energy $54,074

Direct Injection Compression Ignition Diesel Automotive Technology Education (GATE) Program

PI National Aeronautics Space Administration $47,515

Numerical Study of Low Emission Gas Turbine Combustor

Energy Thermofluids Graduate Students (2001 to 2006)

Doctoral Degree (PhD)

Name Degree Dissertation (Advisor) Anand Gandhi PhD Combustion Stability from a Direct Injection Spark Ignition

Engine During Cold Start (C. L. Anderson)

Wilson Wei-Seng Hii PhD Transient CFD Study of Machining Mist Removal through Kinematic Coagulation (D. J. Michalek)

Mehmet Koray Inal PhD Thermal Loading and Surface Temperature Analysis of the Piston of a Small HSDI Diesel Engine (C. L. Anderson)

Darin Kowalski PhD Characterization and Prediction of Cavitation Induced

Torque Converter Noise (C. L. Anderson, J. R. Blough)

Qiyu Liang PhD Unsteady Computational Simulations and Code Development for a Study of Internal Film Condensation Flows' Stability, Noise Sensitivity, and Waviness (A. Narian)

Ka Heng Liew PhD Aerothermodynamic Cycle Analysis of a Dual-Spool, Separate- Exhaust Turbofan Engine with an Interstage Turbine Burner

(S.L. Yang)

Scott Andrew Miers PhD Identification and Characterization of Impingement Signatures in a High Speed Diesel Engine Using Piston Surface Temperature Measurements (C. L. Anderson)

Tian Wei Ng PhD Development and Calibration of a Fluorescence and Fiber- Optics Based Real-Time Thickness Sensor for Dynamic Liquid Films (A. Narain)

Antonio Triana Padilla PhD Development of Models to Study the Emission, Flow, and Kinetic characteristics from Diesel Oxidation Catalysts and Particulate Filters (J. H. Johnson, S. L. Yang)

Paul D. Rogers PhD Evaluation of Loop Heat Pipe Performance for Ground Vehicle Applications (D. A. Nelson)

Yeow-Khern Siow PhD A Reynolds-Stress Turbulence Model in the KIVA Code

for Engine Simulation (S.L. Yang)

Jichao Sun PhD Cutting Fluid Mist Formation and Behavior Mechanisms (D. J. Michalek)

Master of Science

Name Degree Thesis (Advisor) Nirav S. Acharya MSME Start of Combustion Detection Using In-Cylinderlonization

Feedback in a HPCR Direct Injection Diesel Engine (J.D. Naber)

Benjamin Andrus MSME CFD Simulations of a Full-Scale, Blunt-Based Vehicle at High Reynolds Numbers (S. L. Post)

Amit S. Barve MSME Report: Comparative Study of Internal

Condensing Flows In Converging and Parallel Channels (A. Narain)

Name Degree Thesis (Advisor)

Kirtan R. Bhandary MSME Characterization of Knock/Pre-Ignition and Combustion Study of a Hydrogen Engine (J.D. Naber)

Jordan D. Bilyeu MSME Flow Simulations for Optimized Performance of Displacement Pumps Manufactured by Engineered Machined Products (A. Narain)

Abhishek A. Biswas MSME A Computational Method to Predict Human Thermal Comfort (D. A. Nelson)

Sylvain J. Charbonnel MSME Predicting Tissue Heating Effects of RF Radiation in Humans Using a High Resolution Voxel-Based Thermoregulatory Model (D. A. Nelson)

Radhika Cherukuru MSME Experimental Study of Nox Reduction from SI Natural Gas Engines with DME as a Combustion Optimizer (D. L. Abata)

Alan Chichester MSME CFD Modeling of Natural and Forced Convection Regimes for a Hull-Mounted U-Tube Marine Heat Exchanger (A. Narain)

Brent R. Cook MSME (L.W. Evers)

William Cornish MSME Causes of Hydrcarbon Emission in a Direct Injection Two-Stroke Engine (L. W. Evers)

John S. Curlee MSME A Approach for Determining Localized Thermal Clothing Insulation for Use in an Element Based Thermo regulation and Human Comfort Code (D. A. Nelson)

Edward De Jesus MSME Blade Tip Loading on a 310mm Automotive Torque Converter Turbine Blade (C. L. Anderson)

Satwick H. Deshmukh MSME Controlled Spacecraft Charging for Coulomb Force Control of Spacecraft Formations (L. B. King)

Paul Diemer MSME Investigation of Engine Noise Induced by Vibrational Force Transmitted at the Crankshaft and Engine Block Interface

(D. L. Abata)

Matthew L. Flaska MSME (O. Arici)

Gurpeet Gambhir MSME An Experimental and Computation Investigation on Pre-Heating of Fuel to Improve Cold Starting in Diesel Engines (D. L. Abata)

Gary J. Gorsalitz MSME A Feasibility Analysis on Utilizing an Existing Environmental

Chamber Laboratory for Freezing Studies Relating to Water Management in PEM Fuel Cells (J. S. Allen)

Adam Michael Hales MSME Binary Droplet Collision with Droplets of Greatly Unequal Size (S. L. Post)

Mohammed Hasan MSME The Filtration and Oxidation Characteristics of a Diesel Oxidation Catalyst and a Catalyzed Particulate Filter: Development of a

1-D-2 layer Model (J. H. Johnson)

Christopher Henning MSME Natural Gas Compression Ignition Engine with Pilot Injection of Dimethyl Ether (DME) (S. L. Post)

Wilson Hii MSME Transient Model of Compound Fuel Injector Nozzle (D. J. Michalek)

David Hilbert MSME Hydrocarbon Emission Sources in a Direct Injected Two-Stroke Engine (D. L. Abata)

David L. Horstman MSME On-Board DME Generation for Pilot Injection and Enhanced Ignition (D. L. Abata)

Cuong Huynh MSME A Study of the Filtration and Regeneration Characteristics of a Catalyzed Wall-Flow Diesel Particulate Filter One-Dimensional Model Calibrated and Validated with Experimental Data

(J. H. Johnson)

Name Degree Thesis (Advisor)

Girish Janakiraman MSME Study of the Effects of an Oxidation Catalytic Converter and Emulsified Fuel on Heavy-Duty Diesel Engine Emissions (J. H. Johnson) Patrick J. Kenny MSME The Influence of Laminar Speed on Cyclic Combustion Variability During the Engine Warm-Up Period (P. Cho)

Siddhartha S. Kinare MSME An Experimental Investigation of Cutting Fluid Mist Removal by an Atomizer System (D. J. Michalek)

Evdoxia Kladopoulou MSME A Computation Study of the Loading and Regeneration Performance of Diesel Particulate Filters Using a Lumped Parameter Model for Design Analysis (J. H. Johnson)

Lisa Kukula MSME An Experimental Investigation of Metal Working Fluid Mist Formation During the Wet Turning Process and Mist Reduction Using a Kinematic Coagulation System

(D. J. Michalek, J. W. Sutherland)

Nicholas J. Lauer MSME EHD Enhancement of Condensation Heat Transfer

Venkata R. Lakkireddy MSME The Effect of an Advanced Oxidation Catalytic Converter and a Catalyzed particulate Filter on the Emissions from a Heavy Duty Diesel Engine (J. H. Johnson)

Chiao Ming Lee MSME Investigation of LiBr/Water Based Double Effect-Absorption Cooling Cycle with a Computer Algorithm (O. Arici)

Glen S. Lichtenberg MSME Quality Improvement of a Manual Transmission Input Shaft Radial Lip Sealing System: Failure Analysis, Design and Manufacturing Assessment (L.W. Evers)

Brian Luptowski MSME Development and Evaluation of an All Electric Active Cooling System in a Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Using the Vehicle Engine Cooling System Simulation Enhanced with (J,J, Johnson)

Joel T. Mekkes MSME Static Pressure Measurements on the Nose of a Torque Converter Stator During Cavitation (C.L. Anderson)

Kenneth J. Miller MSME (C.L. Anderson)

Amod S. Nadgouda MSME Calibration and Parametric Studies of a 1-D Filter Model to Predict the Performance Characteristics of Diesel Particulate Filters (S.L. Yang)

Satpreet Nanda MSME I.C. Engine Flow Simulation Using KIVA Code and Modified Reynolds Stress Turbulence Model (S-L. Yang)

Rama Chandra Nandiraju MSME A Study of the Effects of Fuel Sulfur on a Catalyzed Diesel Particulate Filter for Controlling Emissions from a Heavy Duty Diesel Engine with ERG (J. H. Johnson)

Jason C. Olson MSME Dynamic Cooling Load Simulation in Residential Structures for Heat Extraction and Internal Energy Demand (O. Arici)

Swapnil A. Padate MSME Dynamics of Evaporating Films: A Numerical Model and an Experimental Approach (J.S. Allen)

David Pariseau MSME Development of a Computational Fluid Dynamics Model for Assessment of Lubricant Performance in a Manual Transmission Gear Mesh (D. J. Michalek, J.W.Sutherland)

Arvind K. Peehal MSME (O. Arici)

Kiran C. Premchand MSME An Experimental and Modeling Study of the Filtration and Oxidation Characteristics of a Diesel Oxidation Catalyst and a Catalyzed Particulate Filter (J. H. Johnson)

Name Degree Thesis (Advisor)

Satheesh Rajh Rajagopalan MSME Experimental Measure and Analysis for Determination of Combustion Knock Intensity in Spark Ignition Engine (J.J. Johnson)

Aditya K. Ringshia MSME Calibration and Analysis of Strain on 310 mm Automotive Torque Converter Turbine Blades (C.L. Anderson)

Thae Hwan Ryu MSME (Jason S.L. Yang)

Anand S. Shende MSME A Study of the Filtration and Particulate Matter Oxidation Characteristics of Two Catalyzed Wall-Flow Diesel Particulate Filters: Experimental and 1-D 2-Layer Model (J. H. Johnson)

Nishant Singh MSME Development of a Vehicle Engine After treatment System Simulation (VEASS) Model with Application to the Study of a Controls Design Strategy for Active Regeneration of Catalyzed Particulate Filter (J. H. Johnson)

Paramjot Singh MSME An Experimental Study of Active Regeneration of an Advanced Catalyzed Particulate Filter by Diesel Fuel Injection Upstream of an Oxidation Catalyst (J. H. Johnson)

Yeow-Khern Siow MSME A CFD Investigation of Cutting Fluid Mist Formation via Atomization (S-L Yang)

Jason D. Sommerville MSME Emission Cross Sections for Neutral Xenon Impacted by Xe + and Xe 2 + (L.B. King)

Krista Stalsberg-Zarling MSME An Investigation of Vapor Generation from Artificial Cavities with Appplications to Fuel Rail System (D. J. Michalek)

Robert J. Stocker MSME Experimental Study of Direct Injection Fuel Sprays Under HCCI Conditions (S. L. Post)

Arvind Suresh MSME A Study of the Effect of a Catalyzed Particulate Filter on the

Emissions from a Heavy-Duty Diesel Engine with EGR (J. H. Johnson)

Chen Yen Teo MSME CFD Study of Discrete Jet LDI Combustor Using KIVA Code with Re-Stress Model (S-L Yang)

Abishek M. Thalagavara MSME A Study of the Effects of Two Catalyzed Particulate Filters with Different Loadings of the Catalyst on Exhaust Emissions from a Heavy Duty Diesel Engine (J. H. Johnson)

John Vande Kemp MSME Nozzle Spray Penetration of the Diesel Injection Process at Reduced Temperatures (D. L. Abata)

Xiaomin Wang MSME Direct Computational Simulations of Internal Condensing Flows

and Effects of Normal Gravity, Zero Gravity, Shear and Surface Tension on Interfacial Waves and Heat Transfer Rates

(A. Narain)

James Warner MSME Effects of a Catalyzed Particulate Filter on Emissions from a Heavy-Duty Diesel Engine: Chemical Characterization Data and Particulate Emissions (J. H. Johnson)

Joseph A Wegleitner MSME Characterization of Exhaust Catalysts for Marine Spark Ignited Engine Applications (L. W. Evers)

Yen Woo MSME Optical Film Thickness Sensor Measurements in Engine Connecting Rods (L. W. Evers)

Li Zeng MSME Experimental Investigation of Cavitation Signatures in an Automotive Torque Converter (C. L. Anderson)

Liang Zhou MSME Calculate Cooling load of a Vehicle by radiant Time Series Method (O. Arici)

DEPARTMENT OF

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING-ENGINEERING MECHANICS

Manufacturing & industrial engineering research

Michigan Technological University 1400 Townsend Drive, Houghton, MI 49931-1295

www.me.mtu.edu

Assembly Computer-aided Manufacturing Drawing Drilling Extrusion Face milling Forging Grinding Injection Microscale machining Milling Molding Nanometrology Process Control

Process monitoring & Identification Process Planning Production planning Particulate processing Quality design & control Rheology Robotics Sensor integration Sheet metal forming Simultaneous Engineering Surface characterization Sustainability Turning

Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering Faculty

Telephone: Area Code 906 E‑Mail

Jaime Camelio, Assistant Professor 487-3363 PhD, University of Michigan jcamelio@mtu.edu Assembly Systems, Dimensional Analysis of Manufacturing Processes, System Diagnosis Roshan D’Souza, Assistant Professor 487-1001 PhD, University of California - Berkeley rmdsouza@mtu.edu Manufacturing planning, Optimization, Process planning, Planning Automation William J. Endres, Associate Professor 487-2567 Area Director Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering wjendres@mtu.edu PhD, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Machining Dynamics, Cutting Mechanics, Manufacturing Processes, Process and Tooling Innovation Craig R. Friedrich, Professor 487‑1922 Director Multi-Scale Technologies & Sensors Caucus craig@mtu.edu PhD, Oklahoma State

Micromechanical Systems, Micromachining, Nanofabrication, Metrology Mahesh Gupta, Associate Professor 487‑3566 PhD, Rutgers University mahesh@mtu.edu Polymer Processing, Polymer Rheology, Design with Plastics and

Composites, Finite Element Method Michele H. Miller, Associate Professor 487‑3025 Director Engineering Education Innovation Caucus mhmiller@mtu.edu

PhD, North Carolina State University Grinding, Precision Engineering

Sudhakar M. Pandit, Professor 487‑2153

PhD, University of Wisconsin‑Madison pand@mtu.edu Data Dependent Systems Modeling, Computer Control, Machine Vision, Nanometrology John W. Sutherland, Richard W. & Elizabeth A. Henes Chair Professor 487‑3395 PhD, University of Illinois, Urbana‑Champaign jwsuther@mtu.edu Environmentally Responsible Manufacturing, Quality, Machining, Sustainabiltiy

Research Faculty Klaus J. Weinmann, Research Professor 487‑2154

PhD, University of Illinois, Urbana‑Champaign kjweinma@mtu.edu Sheet Metal Forming, Tribology in Metal Forming, Metal Cutting

Research Laboratory Facilities Materials Processing Laboratories

• 300‑ton Satec hydraulic compression testing machine • 120,000‑lb. Southwark‑Baldwin testing machine • 120,000‑lb. Tinius Olsen hydraulic testing machine • 150‑ton hydraulic press • MTS (Model 866.01) sheet metal formability analysis system • MTS (Model 204.08) Mini LDH load frame • Adaptive sheet metal forming testing machine • 125‑ton converted mechanical press • MTS 70,000-lb servo hydraulic testing system • 3-MTS 35,000-lb servo hydraulic actuator systems • 1-MTS 12,000-lb servo hydraulic actuator system • 2- grid analysis systems

Material Removal Laboratories

• Flexible Manufacturing Cell • CNC turning center, Cincinnati Milacron Model 1208C • CNC machining center, Cincinnati Milacron Model 7VC • Industrial Robot, Cincinnati Milacron Model T3‑646

• General Purpose Machines/Equipment • Monarch machinability lathe • Bridgeport milling machine • Brown and Sharpe surface grinder • Bridgeport CNC 2.5‑axis milling machine • 4-Milling/Turning/Grinding dynamometers • 2-Drilling dynamometers

Metrology Laboratory

• Brown and Sharpe coordinate measuring machine • Starret coordinate measuring machine • Perthen Surface Profilometer • Pocket-Serf Profilometer • Talyrond 100‑roundness assessment machine • Microscopes (Leitz and Nikon) • Tool analyzer • Mechanical and optical comparators

Nanomechatronics Laboratory

• Atomic Force Microscope • Nanoindenter on Nanomechatronics Laboratory • Micro-manipulator • Laser induced micro-etching machine • Optical table

Machine Vision Laboratory

• GE Industrial Vision System • Imaging Technology PC‑VISION plus boards • 68HC11 boards and monitors • Javelin CCD camera

Polymer Processing Lab • Nigalo 85 ton Injection Molding Machine • Hull Transfer Modeling Machine

Precision Machining Laboratory

• Moore two‑axis jig grinder base with Excello air bearing work spindle • High‑speed (60,000 rpm) air bearing grinding spindle • Piezoelectric fine feed axis • Nanometer resolution capacitance gauge • DSP based machine controller

Micromechanical Machining Laboratory

• Dover high precision micromilling/microdrilling machine • Precitech diamond turning machine • ADE-Phase Shift interferometric microscope • Ultrasonic milling machine • Precitech LVDT tool probes • Electroplating bath • Microembossing tool

Manufacturing Air Quality Laboratory

• Particle imaging system • Aerodynamic particle sizer (APS) • Scanning mobility particle sizer (SMPS) • Real-time airborne mass concentration measurement device (DustTrak) • Dilutor

Graduate Computing Facilities

Research labs and graduate student offices contain a variety of computers (SUN, PC, and MAC) that are linked to the campus network. A wide range of engineering and business software are available via this hardware. Additional computers are available in the laboratories for data acquisition and real time control.

Demanufacturing Research and Education Laboratory (DREL)

Computers in the DREL include seven PC workstations. The DREL supports research and education on product design for demanufacturing, product life-cycle issues, and end-of-use value recovery (including recycling/remanufacturing infrastructure technologies). Special software available in the DREL includes: i) discrete-event simulation (ARENA and Flexsim), ii) Autocad, iii) e-Factory (Jack), and iv) Teamcenter.

ME-EM Research Projects through June 2006 Manufacturing/ Industrial (MI)

Name Role Sponsor Total Award Title

Camelio, Jaime PI izzydesign $23,400 Senior Design: #9 Mobile Power Sensor - izzy design

D'Souza, Roshan Co-PI State of Michigan $34,700

Nationally Visible Infrastructure: The MTU Machining Education & Research Laboratories (MERL)

PI National Science Foundation $83,113

SGER: Preliminary Investigation of Selective Volumetric Sintering of Powder Metallurgy Parts

Endres, William Co-PI National Science Foundation $214,230

Acquisition of High Speed Digital Imaging System for Multidisciplinary Research at MTU

Co-PI Boston Scientific Corp $60,000 P2A2 Membership

Co-PI State of Michigan $34,700

Nationally Visible Infrastructure: The MTU Machining Education & Research Laboratories (MERL)

PI M.K. Morse Co, The $83,639 Mechanics-Based Design of Metal Cutting Circular Saws

PI GHSP $20,349 Senior Design: #5 Driver Interface Module - GHPS

PI GHSP $20,349 Senior Design: #6 Position Sensor - GHPS

Friedrich, Craig Co-PI State of Michigan $34,700

Nationally Visible Infrastructure: The MTU Machining Education & Research Laboratories (MERL)

Co-PI University of Michigan $1,311,902 An Engineering Research Center in Wireless Integrated Microsystems

PI US Dept of Defense $5,806,939

Research and Infrastructure Development Center for Nanomaterials Research

Gupta, Mahesh PI National Science Foundation $405,044

GOALI: Optimum Design of Extrusion Dies Using the Estimated Elongational Viscosity of Polymers

PI Haldex Brake Prod-ucts Corp $25,096

Senior Design: #4 Electronic Ride Height - Haldex Brake Products

PI Noble Company, The $23,400 Senior Design: #14 Acoustic Panel Design - The Noble Company

Miller, Michele Co-PI State of Michigan $34,700

Nationally Visible Infrastructure: The MTU Machining Education & Research Laboratories (MERL)

Pandit, Sudhakar PI Kimberly-Clark Corp $195,236 KIMBE-Data Systems Engineering Project

Sutherland, John Co-PI National Science Foundation $99,976

Defining a Curriculum for Service Sector Engineering

Co-PI National Science Foundation $114,498

BE/MUSES: Renewable Energy from Forest Resources: Investigating the Complex Interre-lated Issues Associated with Gen-erating Automotive Fuels from Lignocellulosic Biomass

ME-EM Research Projects through June 2006 Manufacturing/ Industrial (MI)

Name Role Sponsor Total Award Title

Sutherland, John Co-PI State of Michigan $99,976

Nationally Visible Infrastructure: The MTU Machining Education & Research Laboratories (MERL)

Co-PI Caterpillar Inc $180,000 Evaluation of Low Greenhouse Gas Bio-Based Energy Technologies

PI National Science Foundation $6,519,800

IGERT: Achieving Environmental, Industrial, and Societal Sustainabil-ity via the Sustainable Futures Model

PI Boston Scientific Corp $60,000 P2A2 Membership

PI Caterpillar Inc $141,311

Predicting Environmental Perform-ance of Manufacturing Operations/SFI

Weinmann, Klaus PI Ford Motor Co $31,620

FORD-PhD: A Proposal for Advis-ing Support Development of Hybrid Forming Dies for Superplastic Forming in Aluminum Sheet

Manufacturing Graduate Students (2001 to 2006)

Doctor of Philosophy

Name Degree Dissertation (Advisor) Benjamin Y. Arcand PhD An Active Surgical Position Device for a Cochlear Implant

Electrode Array (C R. Friedrich)

William J. Emblom PhD Closed-Loop Control of the Sheet Metal Stamping Processwith Active Drawbeads, a Flexible Blankholder, and VariableActive Blank Holder Forces (K.J. Weinmann)

Xiaorui Fan PhD Force Modeling for Intermittent Grinding Processes (M. H. Miller)

Aleksander Filipovic PhD Magnetostrictive Actuation to Achieve Dry Deep Hole Drilling of Aluminum (J. W. Sutherland, S. M. Pandit) Kenneth L. Gunter PhD Inventory and Value Management in Demanufacturing Facilities (J. W. Sutherland)

Ruihua Han PhD Three Dimensional Simulation of Reactive Polymeric Flow During Microchip Encapsulation ( M.Gupta)

Yong Kyu Hong PhD Development of an Integrated Atomic Force Microscopy-Nanoindentation System (M. H. Miller)

Xuefei Hu PhD An Experimental and Analytical Study of the Effect of Material Microstructures on the Machinability of Al-Si Alloys (J. W. Sutherland)

Chuanxi Ju PhD Development of Particulate Imaging Systems and Their Application in the Study of Cutting Fluid Mist Formation and Minimum Quality Lubrication in Machining

(J. W. Sutherland)

Di Ling PhD Simulation of Core Deflection in Powder Injection Molding (M. Gupta)

George S. Luckey PhD Development of Finite Element Analysis Based Tools and Methods for the Design of Advanced Superplastic Forming Dies and Processes (K.J. Weinmann)

Ge Shen PhD Modeling the Effect of Cutting Fluids in Peripheral Milling (J. W. Sutherland)

Jichao Sun PhD Cutting Fluid Mist Formation and Behavior Mechanisms

(J. W. Sutherland, D. J. Michalek)

Yong Sun PhD Optimization of Die Geometry for Polymer Extrusion (M. Gupta)

Huanran Xue PhD Application of Input-Output Modeling to the Environmental Characterization and Improvement of Manufacturing

Processes (J. W. Sutherland, S. M. Pandit)

Yumei Zhan PhD Micro Zero-Insertion-Force (ZIF) Connector for Multi-Substrate Packages (C. R. Friedrich)

Ping Zhang PhD Investigation of Grinding Wheel Loading (M. H. Miller)

Master of Science

Name Degree Thesis (Advisor) Rupesh-Reddy Avula MSME Bulkhead Fluidic Microconnector for Microsystems (C. R. Friedrich)

Anup Bandivadekar MSME Economic Exchanges with the U S Automotive Life Cycle Chain (J. W. Sutherland)

Eric W. Barrett MSME A Comparison of Electric Power Assist Steering with Hydraulic Power Assist Steering for Automotive Application

(J. W. Sutherland)

Peter C. Beaupre MSME A Comparison of the Axisymmetric and Planar Elongational Viscosities of a Polymer (M. Gupta)

Steven U. Behm MSME An Investigation into the Effects of Processing Conditions on Airborne Emissions from the Lost Foam Casting Process

(J. W. Sutherland)

Gordon A. Bekkala MSME Assessing the Environmental Impact of Product Design Decisions Across the Life Cycle

(J. W. Sutherland, S. M. Pandit)

Erin Ann Burns MSME Micro-Electrode Fabrication and Ion Implantation by Focused Ion Beam Machining (C. R. Friedrich)

Nikhil Butala MSME An Actuated Cochlear Prosthesis insertion Tool (C. R. Friedrich)

Patrik Chandan MSME Meshing Algorithm for Two Dimension/Three Dimensional Moving Boundary Problems (M. Gupta)

Lee Meng Chiew MSME Simultaneous Simulation of Solid Conveying, Melting, and Melt Flow between Parallel Plates: An Approximation to the Flow in a Screw Extruder (M. Gupta)

Abigail R. Clarke MSME (J.K. Gershenson, J.W. Sutherland)

Rahul N. Gami MSME Effect of Corner Radius on Tool Temperature (W. J. Endres)

Sarang R. Garud MSME An Analysis of Workpiece Thermostructural Distortions in Peripheral Milling by Finite Element Method (J. W. Sutherland)

Lit Ming Gho MSME Water Jet Assisted In-Progress Dressing of Grinding Wheels (M. H. Miller)

Yun Guan MSME (S.M. Pandit)

Shaileshkumar Gugale MSME A Monolithic Actuated Cochlear Prosthesis Insertion Tool (C. R. Friedrich)

Karl R. Haapala MSME A Model for Predicting Manufacturing Waste in Product Design and Process Planning (J.W. Sutherland)

Prasann B. Handigund MSME Modeling of Abrasive Wear and Forces in Grinding of Silicon Carbide (M. H. Miller)

Yong Kyu Hong MSME Microscale Fabrication and Motion Measurement of PZN- PTFilm Actuators (K.S. Moon)

Kyriaki Kalaitzidou MSME Gradient Theory: Application on Dislocation Dynamics and Adiabastic Shear Bands Formed in Metal Cutting

(J. W. Sutherland)

Lucas P. Keranen MSME A Model for Multi-Stage Machining including Cutting Fluid Related Costs (J.W. Sutherland)

Name Degree Thesis (Advisor)

Kiran Khadke MSME An Energy Model for Discrete Product Manufacturing (J. W. Sutherland)

Siddhartah S. Kinare MSME An Experimental Investigation of Cutting Fluid Mist Removal by an Atomizer System (J. W. Sutherland)

Karthik Krishna MSME Effects of Tooth Parameters on the Performance of Metal Cutting Circular Saw Blades (W.J. Endres)

Jaime Krull MSME A Method to Identify Promising Materials - An Enabling Technology for Sustainable Development

(J. W. Sutherland, J. K. Gershenson,)

Steven A. Kubow MSME Speed Tracking and Time-Frequency Analysis of a Rotating Shaft Using Data Dependent Systems (S. M. Pandit)

Ram Mohan Kuchibhotla MSME An Investigation into the Effects of Lubrication, Surface Finish, and Clearance on Machine Tool Slideway Damping and Friction (J.W. Sutherland)

Lisa A. Kukula MSME An Experimental Investigation of Metal Working Fluid Mist Formation During the Wet Turning Process and Mist Reduction Using a Kinematic Coagulation System

(J. W. Sutherland, D. J. Michalek)

Chandan Kulkarni MSME Chip-Level Fluid Connector for Microsystems (C. R. Friedrich)

Vivek P. Kulkarni MSME Micromilling Forces Based on Workpiece Elastic Spring Back (C. R. Friedrich)

Kian Ying Lian MSME A Simulation and Neural Network Based Shop Floor Scheduling Advisor (K.S. Moon)

Prasanna Mahadalkar MSME Force and Temperature Reduction in Vibration Assisted Grinding (M. H. Miller)

Christian M. Muehlfeld MSME Data Dependent Systems Forecasting for Hybrid Electric Vehicle Control (S. M. Pandit)

Nishit Nagar MSME Development of Electrokinetic Micro-Pump for an Actuated Cochlear Prosthesis Insertion Tool (C.R. Friedrich)

Wolfgang Neher MSME Flexible Blankholder Design Using Finite Element Analysis and its Effect on the Sheet Forming Process

(K. J. Weinmann)

Richard T. Nesbit MSME Powersplit Hybrid Electric Vehicle Controls with Data Dependent Systems Forecasting of Accessory Loads

(S. M. Pandit)

Kah Wei Ng MSME A Machine Vision Based Technique to Measure the Three Dimensional Shapes of Microscopic Objects (K. Moon)

Charles W. Plotkin MSME Continuously Variable Transmission Degradation Test for Customer Satisfaction Attributes (K.S. Moon)

Amit B. Shah MSME Simulation of Polymeric Flow in a Twin-Screw Extruder: An Analysis of Elongational Viscosity Effects (M. Gupta)

Mayur P. Shetty MSME The Effects of Dwell on Surface Finish - An Experimental Study (W. J. Endres)

Prasad S. Shirodkar MSME Characterization of Value Flow During the Product Life Cycle (J.W. Sutherland)

Sudeep Shyansunder MSME An Electrokinetic Pumping System for a Cochlear Implant Insertion Tool (C. R. Friedrich)

Name Degree Thesis (Advisor)

Xiaohang Song MSME Modeling Compression Modeling Process for Wood Fiber/Polymer Composites (M. Gupta)

Sudip Matthew Thomas MSME Focused Ion Beam System Characterization for Rates of Material Removal in Silicon (C. R. Friedrich)

Ajit Vaze MSME Octree Decompositon-Recomposition Approach to Rapid Manufacturing (R. M. D’Souza)

Karl Walczak MSME The Analysis of Elongational Viscosity of Low Density Polyethylenes and Polystyrenes using Entrance Loss

Data (M. Gupta)

Lennart Walqui MSME The Effects of Chip-Splitting Grooves in Metal Cutting Circular Saws (W. J. Endres)

DEPARTMENT OF

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING-ENGINEERING MECHANICS

solid mechanics research Biomechanics Computational mechanics Continuum mechanics Experimental mechanics Fracture mechanics Impact mechanics Mechanics of Composites Mechanics of materials Micromechanics Wave propagation mechanics

Michigan Technological University 1400 Townsend Drive, Houghton, MI 49931-1295

www.me.mtu.edu

Solid Mechanics Faculty

Telephone: Area Code 906 E‑Mail

Elias C. Aifantis, Professor 487‑2518

PhD, University of Minnesota mom@mtu.edu Mechanics and Materials Science Tammy L. Haut Donahue, Associate Professor 487-2078 PhD, University of California at Davis thdonahu@mtu.edu Orthopaedic Biomechanics, Finite Elements, Computational and Experimental Mechanics Gopal Jayaraman, Professor, Solid Mechanics Area Director 487‑2519 PhD, University of Iowa gjayar@mtu.edu

Biomechanics, Orthopaedic Mechanics, Sports Safety, Autocrash Safety, Elastic Stability of Structures

Adam Loukus, Lecturer 487-1096 PhD, Michigan Technological University arloukus@mtu.edu Solid Mechanics, Manufacturing Josh E. Loukus, Lecturer 487-3374 PhD, Michigan Technological University jeloukus@mtu.edu Solid Mechanics, Manufacturing Spanden Maiti, Assistant Professor 487-3442 PhD, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign spandan@mtu.edu Computational Solid Mechanics, Multiscale Modeling, Biomimetics, Dynamic Failure and Fracture, Fatigue Response of Advance Materials Ibrahim Miskioglu, Associate Professor 487‑2752

PhD, Iowa State University imiski@mtu.edu Engineering Mechanics, Experimental Stress Analysis, Composite

Materials Gregory M. Odegard, Assistant Professor 487-2329 PhD, University of Denver gmodegar@mtu.edu Multiscale Computational and Experimental Mechanics, Composites, Multifunctional Materials William W. Predebon, Professor, Department Chair 487‑2551

PhD, Iowa State University wwpredeb@mtu.edu Ceramics, Impact Phenomena, Wave Propagation, Computer

Simulation of Explosive –Metal Systems

Ghatu Subhash, Professor, 487-3161 PhD, University of California‑San Diego subhash@mtu.edu Experimental Mechanics, Friction and Wear, Fracture Mechanics, High Strain Rate Behavior, Dynamic Indentation and Nanostructured

Materials, Metallic Glasses, Porous Materials Madhukar Vable, Associate Professor 487‑2747 PhD, University of Michigan mavable@mtu.edu Computational Mechanics Carl R. Vilmann, Associate Professor 487‑2377 PhD, Northwestern University crvil@mtu.edu

Fracture Mechanics, Stress Analysis, Finite Element Methods, Magnetoelasticity Robert L. Whipple, Research Engineer 487‑2082

MS, Michigan Technological University rlwhippl@mtu.edu Engineering Mechanics, Experimental Methods, Biomechanics,

Phytomechanics

Research Faculty Qingli Dai, Visiting Research Assistant Professor 487-2619 PhD, University of Rhode Island qingdai@mtu.edu Computational Mechanics, Mechanics of Materials, Multiscale Modeling

Research Laboratory Facilities Photomechanics Laboratory

• Two bench polariscopes with white and monochromatic light sources for static test-ing using transmission photoelasticity.

• Two reflection polariscopes equipped with tele‑microscopes for stress analysis using photoelastic coatings.

• EyeCom II Digital image analyzer with complete polariscope/light source to conduct digital image analysis to enhance the resolution of photoelasticity. This system has a digitizer with 8 bit resolution, one refresh memory, an integral PDP‑11 computer with LSI 11/73 operating system, and it is networked with the Sun systems in the ME‑EM department. The image analyzer is also used to enhance the resolution of other opti-cal techniques such as interferometric moire and shadow moire.

• Four beam moire interferometry set up to investigate in‑plane displacements on a specimen along two orthogonal directions. This system offers very high resolution of in‑plane displacements.

• Darkroom to support the optical methods of stress analysis.

• Specimen preparation room, with vented hood. This room also houses ProLight Ma-chining Center PLM 1001 (2.5 axes numerically controlled machining center), stress freezing oven (used in 3‑D photoelastic analysis) a band‑saw, and a router.

• Photomicrography System including an Olympus BX60 polarizing microscope retro-fitted with quarter wave plates and a monochromatic filter to function as a conven-tional polariscope.

Materials Testing Laboratories • MTS servo‑hydraulic universal testing system:

Frame: 100,000‑lb Tension/Compression static force 50,000‑lb Tension/Compression dynamic force

Grips: 110‑kip hydraulic grips with alignment head 5‑kip hydraulic grip

Hydraulic Actuator: 6‑inch stroke, 70 kip force Controller: TestStar II Control system, with TestWare‑SX multi‑purpose testing software (both products of MTS Systems Corporation)

• MTS 3‑axes structural testing system: The main portion of this laboratory area consists of a large 15618‑foot‑bed‑plate sus-pended on self‑leveling air cylinders so that all the applied dynamic loads are not trans-mitted into the building. The bed plate comes equipped with six 8‑inch H‑type beams with cross members and add‑on supports, which allow a variety of different testing set-ups in the vertical and horizontal directions.

Hydraulic Actuators: Two‑6‑inch stroke, 35 kip force One‑6‑inch stroke, 12 kip force

Controller: TestStar II Control System (3 channel simultaneous control available) with TestWare‑SX multi‑purpose testing software.

• Instron 20 kip screw‑driven testing system:

Controller: Sintech digital controller, with TestWorks monotonic testing program

• Cincinnati environmental chamber (heating and cooling)

• Instron environmental chamber (heating only) • Accessories: 15% strain MTS extensometer 100% strain MTS extensometer MTS transverse extensometer MTS COD gage Three/four point bending fixture 1K (2), 5K, 20K, 50K (2) load cells. • Hydromat Test System (two dimensional panel testing)

Testing laboratories are supported by a fully equipped machine shop.

High Strain Rate Laboratory The laboratory consists of facilities to conduct research on dynamic behavior of metals, ceramics, and soft materials. The facilities include:

• A modified split Hopkinson pressure bar to study material response under dynamic loads at strain‑rate range of 102 to 103/s

• Polymer split Hopkinson pressure bar for testing soft materials • Dynamic Indentation Hardness Tester • High‑speed digital oscilloscope, Nicolet Pro40 • High‑speed Infra‑red detectors to measure rise in temperature during dynamic

deformation • Dynamic Scratch Tester to study wear & scratch resistance of metals & ceramics. • Laser Profilometer

Biomechanics Research Laboratory

The biomechanics research laboratory caters to the needs of research activities in the fields of biomechanics, sports mechanics, ergonomics, and rehabilitation engineering. The laboratory houses the following facilities:

• Testing machines for biological and orthopaedic materials • Impact test bed/instrumentation • Baseball pitching machine/instrumentation • Gait kinematic/dynamic analyzer • Inclinator - a total gym therapeutic system • Cybex - upper body strength testing machine

Skeletal Tissue Mechanics and Mechanotransduction Laboratory

Instron Axial Servohydraulic Dynamic Testing System (Model 8872) 10 kN Tension/Compression 10 kN Dynamic loadcell FastTrack 8800 controller with Merlin software Adaptive PID control Screw Side Action Grips, 500 N capacity

Ultra 80 Sun Workstation (4 processors)

Bioreactor • Load & Displacement Control • Physiological Environment

Cell culture facilities

Water baths, gel electrophoresis equipment, -20º freezer, -80º freezer, light microscope and fluorescent microscope, microplate reader, centrifuges, microcentrifuges, cell culture hood, incubators, a fluid flow system for exposing cells to shear stress and a fluorscent microscopy/imagining system for real-time measurement of fluorescently labeled biosignaling molecules.

Nanoindentation Laboratory

MTS NanoIndenter XPS System with the following options: • Continuous Stiffness Measurement (CSM) • Lateral Force Measurement • High Load System • High Performance Table Dynamic Contact Module (DCM) With the above options the specifications :

• Displacement resolution <0.01 nm (XP), 0.0002 nm (DCM) • Maximum load 500 mN (XP), 1 kg (XP-High Load), 10 mN (DCM) • Load resolution 50 nN (XP and XP-High Load), 1nN (DCM)

ME-EM Research Projects through June 2006 Solid Mechanics

Name Role Sponsor Total Award Title

Haut-Donahue, Tammy PI Whitaker Foundation, The $522,931

Mechanotransduction in the Meniscus

PI Pennsylvania State University $9,951 Finite Element Analysis of Small Blood Pumps

PI US Dept of Health & Human Services $244,550

Structure and Function of Me-niscal Horn Attachments

PI

University of Michigan Michigan Space Grant Consortium $2,500

Exploring the Meniscal Tissue of the Knee Joint

PI Champion Marine Inc $23,400 Senior Design: Side-Lift Tan-dem Boat Hoist

PI Mayo Clinic $50,000 Microsensor for Intramuscular Pressure Measurement

PI

University of Michigan Michigan Space Grant Consortium $2,500

The Effect of Disuse on Matrix Production in the Knee-Joint Meniscus

Miskioglu, Ibrahim Co-PI National Science Foundation $214,230

Acquisition of High Speed Digi-tal Imaging System for Multid-isciplinary Research at MTU

Odegard, Gregory PI National Aeronautics Space Administration $181,602

Equivalent-Continuum Model-ing of Nanostructured Polymer Composites

PI State of Michigan $29,815

REF: Multiscale Modeling of Fracture Toughness of Nanos-tructured Viscoelastic Foam Materials

Predebon, William Co-PI Henry Luce Foundation, The $295,611

Clare Boothe Luce Scholar Program

PI State of Michigan $34,700

Nationally Visible Infrastruc-ture: The MTU Machining Education & Research Labora-tories (MERL)

PI State of Michigan $42,300

REF: Biotechnology Research Center Technician Support to Enhance Interdisciplinary Mo-lecular Research

Subhash, Ghatu PI National Science Foundation $451,318

GOALI-Ultrafine Grained and Nanostructured Ceramics: In-fluence of Processing Grain Size and Strain Rate on Frac-ture Characteristics

PI Oak Ridge National Labora-tory $220,259

Plasticity Limits for Structural Ceramics Under Instrumented Single-Grit Scratch Testing

PI Raytheon Co $1,666,456

Development and Characteri-zation of Environmentally Be-nign Functional Materials

Solid Mechanics Graduate Students (2001 to 2006)

Doctor of Philosophy Name Degree Dissertation (Advisor)

Chengyi Huang PhD Mathematical Characterization of Road Surface Texture and its Relation to Laboratory Friction Measures

(G. Subhash)

Mehdi Imaninejad PhD Experimental and Numerical Investigation of Tube Hydroforming of Aluminum Alloys (G. Subhash)

Hao Li PhD Mechanical Behavior of Metallic Glasses and Metallic Glass Matrix Composites (G. Subhash)

Ke Li PhD Micromechanical Modeling of Graphitic Carbon Foams (X-L. Gao)

Shengjian Li PhD Contact Problems in a Simple Strain Gradient Theory of Elasticity and Application to Nano-Indentation (I. Miskioglu)

Qunli Liu PhD Mechanical Behavior of Structural Polymeric Foams (G. Subhash) Peter J. Schuster PhD Evaluation of the Real-World Injury-Reduction Potential of the

Proposed European Pedestrian ‘Leg-Form’ Impact Test Using a Detailed Finite Element Model of the Lower Limb (G. Jayaraman)

Hong Wang PhD Mechanics of Material Removal During the Formation of a Single-

Grit Rotating Scratch with a Conical Tool (G. Subhash) Wei Zhang PhD Finite Element Analysis of Induced Damage due to Indentation

and Scratching on Brittle Materials (G. Subhash)

Master of Science Name Degree Thesis (Advisor) Sangram A. Bagwe MSME Optimization of Bolted Joints for Sandwich Composites (C. R. Vilmann)

Raka Bandyo MSME An Investigation of the Scratch Susceptibility of Structural Ceramics (G. Subhash)

Patrick J. Calder MSME Studies to Determine Ideal Use and Positioning of an Airdam and Simulations to Predict Pedestrian Trajectory During Automotive Collisions (G. Jayaraman)

Srikanth Chintala MSME Analytical and Experimental Comparison of Higher Order Theory for Sandwich Panels (I. Miskioglu, J. B. Ligon)

Mark A. Edmonds MSME Balancing Attributes within a Truck Underbody Sub-System (C.R. Vilmann)

Robert L. Eifler MSME Oscillatory Fluid Flow Regulates Glycosaminoglycan Production via an Intercellular Calcium Pathway in Meniscal Cells (T. L. Haut Donahue)

Lindsay M. Godin MSME A Mechanotransduction Pathway in Bone- The Role of Calcium-Calmodulin Dependent Protein Kinase and Calcineurin in Bone Adaption (S. W. Donahue)

Shane Goodhall MSME Investigating Deflection in a Seat Integrated Restraint System (C. R. Vilmann)

Name Degree Thesis (Advisor)

Patrick D. Grattan MSME Finite Element Study to Interpret the Fracture Pattern on the Patella Resulting from Knee Impact Due to an Automobile Crash (G. Jayaraman)

Kristin B. Harvey MSME The Effects of Annual Periods of Hibernation on the Material Properties of Black Bear (Ursus americanus) Cortical Bone

(S. W. Donahue)

James W. Howell MSME Mechanical Fasteners for Thermoplastic Composite to Aluminum Joints Subjected to Dynamic Peel and Shear Loading

(J.B. Ligon)

Jeffrey S. Kemppainen MSME A Finite Element Study of the Standard Auto-Bumper When Tested as per the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Standards and Code (G. Jayaraman)

David M. Labyak MSME Interpretation of Head Injuries Due to Oblique Impact by Finite Element Analysis (G. Jayaraman)

Chin Fei Lee MSME Assessment of Induced Damage During Single-Scratch and Multi-Scratch Experiments in Structural Ceramics (G. Subhash)

Robert D. Lemon MSME Testing and Computational Modeling of Steering Wheels for Maxillofacial Impact Loads During Crash Event (G. Jayaraman)

Satyajit A. Lonkar MSME Design and Optimization of In-Plane Adhesively Bonded Joint Between Sandwich panels (C. R. Vilmann)

Jason A. Maes MSME Time Dependent and Material Properties of Bovine Meniscal Attachments (T. L. Haut Donahue)

Melissa A. Marszalek MSME Scratch Resistance of Machined Silicon Nitride (G. Subhash)

Jeffrey A. McHenry MSME Nitric Oxide Production by Meniscal Explants Following Dynamic Compression (T. L. Haut Donahue)

Brandon W. Ollanketo MSME Characterization of the Dynamic Tensile Properties of a Glass-Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic at High Strain Rates

and Two Temperatures (J. B. Ligon, I. Miskioglu, G. Subhash) Pey Hann Ooi MSME Analysis of Post Yield Shear Distribution within Sandwich Bemas

and Panels (C.R. Vilmann)

William J. Peers MSME Wear Characterization of Self-Reinforced Composite Poly(methyl methacrylate) (D. W. Wright, I. Miskioglu)

Thomas Piaget MSME Finite Element Method Analysis of a Tie Rod Bumper System for Improved Automotive Crash Energy Management (G. Jayaraman)

Glenn Pietila MSME Characterization of the Dynamic Tensile Material Properties of a Glass Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic (G. Subhash)

Tejas Rao MSME Study of Core Compression Using Digital Image Correlation (DIC) (I. Miskigolu, J. B. Ligon)

Rose F. Riemer MSME A Validated, Subject-Specific Model for Predicting Tibiofemoral Knee Force Distribution from Intersegmental Forces

(T. L. Haut Donahue)

Christine A. Saxon MSME (J.B. Ligon)

Arun Sharma MSME (G. Subhahsh)

Lisa Smith MSME Mechanical Fasteners for Theroplastic Composite-to-Steel Joints Subjected to Peel Loading (J. B. Ligon, I. Miskioglu)

Mike Steele MSME Supportive, Dynamic Walker for Gait Training and Rehabilitation Purposes (T. L. Haut Donahue)

Hongwen Zhang MSME (G. Subhash)