- Develop detailed finite element full human body model for military (I-PREDICT), including model of bones, organs, skin, flesh, and muscles- Evaluate human injury with through FE modeling (ANSA, LS-PrePost, Oasys Primer) and simulation (LS-Dyna) through multiple contracts for projects with engineering companies and universities- Respond to user support requests of the GHBMC (Global Human Body Models Consortium) models- See more detail in description of role at Elemance LLC in 2020 - 2021

In this role I had similar responsibilities to those I had as a research engineer at Wake Forest University (see below). In this role I engaged in technical work primarily within finite element modeling for human injury prediction and prevention. More information on Elemance can be found at https://www.elemance.com/about/.• I-PREDICT project (military applications)o Built detailed finite element full human body model in LS-Dyna for injury prediction in military environmentso Used ANSA and LS-Dyna to mesh and integrate muscles into human body modelso Ran simulations using LS-Dynao Used Python to post-process and plot output datao Used CORA to quantify model biofidelity with respect to experimental datao Used Microsoft Word to write quarterly reports for sponsors• Global Human Body Models Consortium (GHBMC) o Used LS-Dyna to improve models and tools based on user feedbacko Updated documentation (user manuals and post-processing tool instructions)• Sheep Model Development (ballistic impact research)o Performed and presented detailed research in literature for skin material propertieso Used ANSA to mesh bone geometryo Performed three-point bending tests to optimize rib model• NASCARo Implemented model updates to the LS-DYNA latest car generation model in sync with communication with NASCARo Ran simulations in LS-Dynao Post-processed data via Pythono Assisted in optimization project in LS-Dyna model to improve head surround foam for injury mitigation

• Developed partners in Hamburg for serving university students• Engaged in German with local university students through sports, activities, and meetings• Created and led a hiking group for university students• Mentored church members and served alongside team’s new church (German)• Taught and served at youth Baseball camp (1 week)

I was part of a team of professors, graduate students, and staff engineers that develops, validates, and presents world-class, highly detailed finite element computational human and dummy models. My primary role was to assess and improve the numerical stability, biomechanical response, and user-friendliness of our GHBMC detailed 50th percentile male human model based on user feedback and experimental data. I played a major role in regularly writing and updating quarterly reports, manuals, release notes, and update presentation materials.• Global Human Body Models Consortium (GHBMC): Human body models (HBMs), used for injury prediction in car crashes.o Improved detailed 50th percentile male model (M50-O) biofidelity response (match to cadaver biomechanical responses) in frontal, lateral, and oblique impact cases and in sled cases according to CORA (Correlation and Analysis).o Validated M50-O in frontal sled test simulation with 68% biofidelity response (CORA). Presented validation and rib fracture data at GHBMC Users Conference. Published validation and belt path sensitivity study data in Annals of Biomedical Engineering journal.o Improved M50-O numerical stabilityo Technically supported team and colleagues in development and validation of 13 HBMso Significantly improved efficiency, user-friendliness, and versatility of biofidelity response plotting code in Matlab• Warrior Injury Assessment Manikin (WIAMan) – First generation military ATD, used for injury prediction in high-acceleration vertical loading in under-body blast scenarios, i.e. IEDso Set up and performed full body and head-neck model validation and parameter study simulationso Processed and plotted simulation results and presented progress to partners• Military HuMod study: External anthropometry CAD development for Army Research Laboratories (ARL)o Assisted in development of subject data collection protocolo Ordered supplies and assembled experimental set up

• Worked on team to design cost-effective, accurate and stable bubble CPAP system for preemies• Created need statements, product requirements and designs• Kept Design History File (DHF) and detailed engineering notebook• Conducted interviews with engineers and respiratory therapists• Managed expense report• Presented progress in formal setting after each of five phases

• Visited labs to observe and assist in gait research protocols for kinematic, kinetic, and physiological data collection• Discussed gait lab articles with research team

• Developed Matlab program to process surface EMG data to study effect of push-ups and transfers on muscle fatigue of five shoulder/thorax muscles for manual wheelchair users• Subjects performed vertical push-ups at a rate of two seconds per push-up until too fatigued to continue• Results: triceps became fatigued first with a median frequency decrease of 20.1% and electrical activity increase of 27.4%; latissimus dorsi carried extra body weight due to fatigue of other muscles• Used MATLAB program in separate project to analyze ultrasound data of the wrist cross-section• Designed poster and presented research

• Participated in independent research on dielectrophoresis (DEP) for mesenchymal stem cell separation• Methods: cultured stem cells, placed in wedge chip with AC voltage via electrodes, took videos for analysis of cell velocity versus electrical frequency• Results: Ideal cell separation electrical frequency of 5 MHz and cross-over frequencies of 20 MHz and 40 MHz• Educated on experimental processes and ethics via research seminars and workshops• Designed poster and presented research

I served as a YMCA camp counselor for a 4th grade class of kids. During this role I supervised kids, organized activities for the kids, led warm-up activities, and taught Bible lessons.