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Menomonie, Wi, Us

Menomonie, Wi

Published 15 manuscripts published in peer-reviewed venues, conference proceedings and journals. Developed five new mechanical engineering courses. Supervised 24 undergraduate engineering research students supported by the National Science Foundation.

Menomonie, Wisconsin, United States

Founding Program Director. Supported the new program approval process at the state system level. Led curriculum development and student recruitment, growing the program from zero to 450 students.

Menomonie, Wi

Successfully conducted research activities supported by nearly one million dollars in National Science Foundation funding and an additional thirty-three thousand dollars in internal grant support. Authored twelve peer reviewed conference papers and three journal papers. Recognized for my teaching performance, receiving the ASEE Ferdinand P. Beer and E. Russell Johnston Jr. Outstanding New Mechanics Educator Award.

Menomonie, Wisconsin, United States

My dissertation research was in the area of robotic surgical devices under Professor Perry Li and Professor Arthur Erdman.• Researched and designed a novel robotic multi-articulated surgical platform for use with various forms of surgical procedures.• Designed a novel hydraulic valve capable of low-flow rate, high-pressure operation within restrictive size constraints.• Planned and fabricated prototypes for various components of the proposed surgical platform for validation and… Show more My dissertation research was in the area of robotic surgical devices under Professor Perry Li and Professor Arthur Erdman.• Researched and designed a novel robotic multi-articulated surgical platform for use with various forms of surgical procedures.• Designed a novel hydraulic valve capable of low-flow rate, high-pressure operation within restrictive size constraints.• Planned and fabricated prototypes for various components of the proposed surgical platform for validation and testing design effectiveness.• Developed analytical and numerical models to describe system kinematics and test operation. Show less

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

• Co-founded an undergraduate internship program.• Mentored various undergraduate and graduate engineering design groups in the medical device. development process and general engineering design.• Designed, maintained, and enforced safety protocols for a multi-function laboratory space.• Trained students in the use of advanced prototyping and development equipment.• Developed and maintained an up-to-date design environment through equipment acquisition, skills training, and… Show more • Co-founded an undergraduate internship program.• Mentored various undergraduate and graduate engineering design groups in the medical device. development process and general engineering design.• Designed, maintained, and enforced safety protocols for a multi-function laboratory space.• Trained students in the use of advanced prototyping and development equipment.• Developed and maintained an up-to-date design environment through equipment acquisition, skills training, and needs analysis. Show less

Senior Design Projects• Provided project support for 47 industry sponsored student senior design groups.• Assisted students through the design experience and provided feedback through project reviews.• Located on campus resources and equipment to meet various project needs.Design and Manufacturing I• Instructed students in both a small group lecture format and laboratory format.• Covered topics such as statics, stress analysis, machine component design, mechanics… Show more Senior Design Projects• Provided project support for 47 industry sponsored student senior design groups.• Assisted students through the design experience and provided feedback through project reviews.• Located on campus resources and equipment to meet various project needs.Design and Manufacturing I• Instructed students in both a small group lecture format and laboratory format.• Covered topics such as statics, stress analysis, machine component design, mechanics, fatigue, manufacturing processes, and computer aided design/analysis.• Supervised laboratory sessions on basic machining, numerically controlled machining, injection molding, rolling, and welding.Design and Manufacturing II• Led a discussion section of approximately 50 students weekly.• Lectured on topics including graphical and analytical synthesis of mechanisms, mechanism analysis, machine component selection, and kinematics.• Mentored student groups in the design and analysis of mechanism based projects. Show less

St. Paul, Mn

• Led a laboratory class covering the topics of statics and dynamics.• Helped students to make the connection between classical theory and the real-world applications through the use of hands-on projects.• Introduced students to the basics of manufacturing by teaching wood and metal machining skills.

• Conducted an experimental study evaluating the accuracy, precision, and repeatability of an Optotrak motion capture camera system.• Prepared computer models of human bones and joint implants using image processing software, Mimics.• Performed data analysis, interpreted results, and summarized findings in preparation for submission to a peer-reviewed journal for publication.

• Worked under the Director of Research. • Collected and analyzed speciation data from diesel engine emissions. • Interpreted experimental results and prepared manuscripts for both internal report and external publication.

Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering

Ms, Mechanical Engineering

Bs, Mechanical Engineering

Activities and Societies: Pi Tau Sigma, Tau Beta Pi, Badger Amateur Radio Society