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Compliant Mechanisms, Flexure/Torsion Hinges, MEMS, Microsystems, and Finite Element Analysis
Expert notes that both of Castigliano's theorems are excellent tools in quantifying deformations and loads (external or reaction) of elastic bodies under small- or large-deformation modeling assumptions. He has extensively applied these theorems in finding closed-form solutions for compliances or…
Mechanical Engineering Design and Prototype Development
Expert received a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering from the University of California, Berkeley (UCB), with an emphasis in composite manufacture and analysis. His Ph.D. dissertation dealt with manufacturing analysis for axisymmetric composite structures. Part of the research included building a…
Machine Tools, Semiconductor Process Equipment, Machine Dynamics, Metrology
In his research on structural dynamics, Expert employs the techniques of finite element analysis extensively. He regularly uses ANSYS, NASTRAN, Pro/Engineer, and SDRC Master Series in analyzing a variety of static, transient, thermal, and eigenvalue problems. Examples of his recent…
Structural Analysis, FEA
ROTATING EQUIPMENT FAILURE ANALYSIS. Expert has applied his knowledge of the finite element method and his field experience with hardware to evaluate, analyze, and upgrade the design of a wide range of rotating equipment. He has worked with fans, compressors,…
Materials and Controls
As the former Vice President of Materials and Controls at Texas Instruments, Expert has diversified experience in electronics corrosion prevention, metallurgy, and electronic ceramics and thermostatic bimetal discs. He led the development of unique processes for titanium aluminide thin foil…
Tribology, Wear, Coatings, Materials Selection, Materials Testing, Computer Modeling, Lubrication
Expert has experience with numerous types of abrasive wear problems, including the design of optimal surface topography to minimize abrasive wear. This includes surface design, wear testing, and the use of coatings in abrasive wear environments to enhance system life…
Mechanical Noise/Vibration
Expert has expertise in many aspects of automotive noise control and issues related to sound quality. His research has been on technology's cutting edge in transmission noise, brake squeal, and electro-mechanical actuator noise. He has also consulted on engine noise,…
Plastic Molding Processes
Expert has extensive experience with plastic molding processes and with injection molding in particular. He is often called upon to help clients with issues such as injection molding machine selection, injection mold lubrication, and in-mold labeling. He has been responsible…
Process Heat and Mass Transfer, Energy Systems and Equipment, Alternate Energy, Power Generation
Expert has more than 20 years of experience dealing with the theory and application of devices to heat and mass transfer applications. He has published widely in the area of direct-contact condensation, evaporation, and liquid-liquid exchange. He is also knowledgeable…
Clean Water Act, Wastewater
WATER QUALITY ASSESSMENT. Expert has designed, performed, and managed water quality studies of rivers, streams, lakes, estuaries, coastal ocean areas and bays, and groundwater systems for water bodies throughout the U.S. and in Puerto Rico. WATER QUALITY MODELING. Expert has…