• Evaluated the effects of motion and magnetic disturbance on accuracy of inertial-based motion capture systems (Partial Dissertation Project, Principal Investigator: $15,000 one-year pilot grant project)• Developed biomechanical motion analysis software for inertial-based motion capture (Matlab) • Developed, fabricated, tested, and deployed inertial measurement units capable of recording of motion patterns during full-working shifts for research project (Co-Investigator: $29,000 one-year pilot grant) • Designed and fabricated a measurement device for on-line measurement of tool force for pneumatic drivers • Designed sensor fusion algorithms (Kalman and Complementary Filters) to obtain spatial orientation from a combination of gyroscope, accelerometer, and magnetometer measurements (Matlab)• Developed software for computing whole-body vibration measurements from accelerometers according to established ISO standards (Labview)

• Taught and demonstrated various manufacturing processes including casting, welding, rapid prototyping and machining in a machine shop setting for a class consisting of over 150 undergraduate students per year. • Maintained machine shop equipment and inventory including two CNC Mills • Instructed students on manufacturing processes and CAD (Pro/Engineer and Creo) in a laboratory setting• Assisted students with homework assignments, design and fabrication aspects of the final course project

• Developed and implemented an automated supermarket signaling system to initiate transition to a facility-wide pull-based material supply system• Worked with vendors and conducted independent investigations to evaluate the use machine vision systems and the specifications necessary for a part-specific application. • Redesigned a reworking fixture to improve fit and finish of window parts

• Developed and implemented a drawing automation system for track bushings using Pro/Engineer• Collaborated with design and manufacturing engineers to standardize manufacturing drawings and processes for track links• Validated truck engine software prior to release• Revised software documentation and internal testing procedures• Developed software to automate validation and support processes using Microsoft Excel VBA