Adjunct Faculty Directory
Bernhard P. Bettig
Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering–Engineering Mechanics
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Finite element/finite difference simulation of hydro-generator rotordynamics
- Tethered spacecraft vibration visualization
- Variational geometric/algebraic constraint solving
- Declarative component design
- Topology optimization of smart structures
- Optimization using distributed computing
Areas of Expertise
- Computer-Aided Design
- Geometric Modeling
- Knowledge-based Systems
Jaime A. Camelio
Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering–Engineering Mechanics
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- 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
Areas of Expertise
- Assembly Systems
- Dimensional Analysis of Manufacturing Processes
- System Diagnosis
Peck Cho
Adjunct Professor, Mechanical Engineering–Engineering Mechanics
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Behavior of laminar and turbulent premixed flames
- Green engineering
- Engineering education
Areas of Expertise
- Combustion
Roshan M. D'Souza
Adjunct Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering–Engineering Mechanics
Research Interests
- Generating cost efficient manufacturing plans directly from a CAD model
- Mechatronics
- Micro Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS)
Areas of Expertise
- Manufacturing Planning
- Optimization
- Process Planning
- Planning Automation
Maruthi Devarakonda
Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering–Engineering Mechanics
509-375-4347
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
William J. Emblom
Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering–Engineering Mechanics
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Finite Element Analysis
- Structural Analysis
- Dynamic/Vibration Analysis
- Failure/Fatigue Analysis
- Design Engineering
- Project Engineering
- Wind Tunnel Test and Evaluation
- Aerodynamics
Tammy L. Haut Donahue
Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering–Engineering Mechanics
Adjunct Professor, Biomedical Engineering
Director, Mechanics of Multiscale Materials Research Group
Links of Interest
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 stimulus
Areas of Expertise
- Biomedical Engineering
- Orthopaedic Biomechanics
- Finite Elements
- Computational and Experimental Mechanics
Spandan Maiti
Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering–Engineering Mechanics
Links of Interest
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
Areas of Expertise
- Computational solid mechanics
- Multiscale modeling
- Failure and fracture of materials
- Dynamic fracture
Dennis DeSheng Meng
Adjunct Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering–Engineering Mechanics
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Self-regulating micro fuel cells for portable military/civilian electronics
- Nano-structured surfaces for energy and environmental applications
- Micro and nano fluidics for energy harvesting
- Self-healing material
Areas of Expertise
- Micro and nano technologies for energy and environmental applications
- Microfluidics
- Micro fuel cells
- Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS)
- Micro and nano fabrication
Abhijit Mukherjee
Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering–Engineering Mechanics
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Numerical and experimental study of liquid-vapor interface with interfacial heat and mass transfer with applications in boiling, condensation, combustion and multiphase flows
- micro- and nanofluidics
Areas of Expertise
- Heat Transfer
- Boiling
- Interfacial Phenomena
- Micro- and Nanofluidics
Henry Sodano
Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering–Engineering Mechanics
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Utilization/development of smart structures and materials
- Non-contact vibration control mechanisms
- Identifying structural damage using wireless sensor nodes
- Development of structural materials that incorporate biological concepts into their design to allow self-healing or active control of material properties
Areas of Expertise
- Smart Structures
- Vibration Control
- Power Harvesting
- Structural Health Monitoring
- Deployable Satellites
Ghatu Subhash
Adjunct Professor, Mechanical Engineering–Engineering Mechanics
906-487-3161
subhash@mtu.edu
subhash@mtu.edu
Links of Interest
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
Areas of Expertise
- Experimental Mechanics
- High Strain Rate Mechanics
- Constitutive Behavior of Metallic Glasses
- Ceramics
- Structural Foams
- Composites and Metals
- Dynamic Hardness & Dynamic Wear Fracture
- Bio Inspired Nanotechnology
John W. Sutherland
Adjunct Professor, Mechanical Engineering–Engineering Mechanics
906-487-3395
jwsuther@mtu.edu
jwsuther@mtu.edu
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Manufacturing and environment/sustainability
Areas of Expertise
- Environmentally Responsible Manufacturing
- Quality
- Machining
- Sustainability
Byeng Dong Youn
Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering–Engineering Mechanics
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Design under engineering uncertainties
- Possibility-/evidence-based design
- Statistical information technology (SIT)
- Design sensitivity analysis
- Biomechanics
Areas of Expertise
- Reliability-Based Design
- Multi-scale Computational Analysis and Design
- Statistical Information Technology (SIT)
- Biomechanics
