Alumni

Ph.D. Theses

Geoff Rideout

Geoff Rideout - drideout@umich.edu

Ph.D. (2004)
Developement of a Model Partitioning Algorithm


John Harder

John Harder - jharder@umich.edu

Ph.D. (2004)
Controlling Thermally Induced Bearing Loads to Improve Spindle Performance


Polat Sendur

Polat Sendur - Polat.Sendur@us.bosch.com

Ph.D. (2002)
Proper System Models for Design: Model Accuracy and Validity
Tec-Masters, Inc.


Stephen Riley

Stephen Riley - stephen.riley@mscsoftware.com

Ph.D. (2000)
Model Reduction of Multibody Systems by the Removal of Generalized Forces of Inertia
MSC Software Inc.


Alex Gibson

Alex Gibson - agibson8@ford.com

Ph.D. (1999)
Modeling and Estimation of Thermally Induced Bearing Loads in Machine Tool Spindles
Ford Motor Company


Loucas Louca

Loucas Louca - cyl@umich.edu

Ph.D. (1998)
An Energy-Based Model Reduction Methodology for Automated Modeling
Automotive Research Center


John Ferris

John Ferris - john.ferris@zf.com

Ph.D. (1995)
Deducing and Redesigning Complex System Models
ZF Industries


Greg Ohl

Greg Ohl - email

Ph.D. (1995)
Dynamic Analyses of a Methanol to Hydrogen Steam Reformer for Transportation Applications
ChyslerDaimler Corporation


Seung-Hi Lee

Seung-Hi Lee - email

Ph.D. (1993)
A Study on Robust Control and Estimation for Systems with Real Parameter Uncertainties
Unknown


Bruce Wilson

Bruce Wilson - wilson@volpe.dot.gov

Ph.D. (1992)
Model-Building Assistant: An Automated Modeling Tool for Machine Tool Drive Trains
Volpe National Transportation Systems Center


Kunsoo Huh

Kunsoo Huh - khuh2@hanyang.ac.kr

Ph.D. (1992)
Design of Model-Based Monitoring Systems For Machine Monitoring
Hanyang University, Seoul, Korea


J.F. Tu

J.F. Tu - tujf@ecn.purdue.edu

Ph.D. (1991)
On-Line Preload Monitoring For High-Speed Anti-Friction Spindle bearings Using Robust State Observers
Purdue University - School of Industrial Engineering


Yih-Tun Tseng

Yih-Tun Tseng - email

Ph.D. (1991)
The Automation of Physical System Modeling: Modeling Strategies and an AI Implementation
National Chung-Shang University, Kao-Hsiung City, Taiwan, ROC


Churn-Hway Wang

Churn-Hway Wang - email

Ph.D. (1990)
Automated Detection of Clearance in Mechanical Systems
Ford Motor Company


Youngjin Park

Youngjin Park - email

Ph.D. (1987)
State and Input Observers for Model-Based Machine Diagnostics
KAIST, Seoul, Korea

Masters Theses

Rob Hoffman

Rob Hoffman - Robert.C.Hoffman@ArvinMeritor.com

M.Sc. in Engineering (2004)
Using the Milliken Moment Method and Dynamic Simulation to Evaluate Vehicle Stability and Controllability
ArvinMeritor


Umut Yildir

Umut Yildir - umutyildir@hotmail.com

M.Sc. in Engineering (2002)
An Output Specific Model Order Reduction Methodology using Sensitivity Analysis
Unknown


John Harder

John Harder - jharder@umich.edu

M.Sc. in Engineering (2000)
Modeling and Analysis for Thermal Control of Spindles for Reconfigurable Machines
University of Michigan


Jeff Glodich

Jeff Glodich - email

M.Sc. in Engineering (2000)
Actuator Design Tool for Controlling Thermal Induced Load in Reconfigurable Spindles
Unknown


Derek Hogland

Derek Hogland - derek.k.hogland@gm.com

M.Sc. in Engineering (2000)
A Parametric Model to Generate Subsystem Constitutive Laws for a Vehicle Ride Model
General Motors


Bjorn Christensen

Bjorn Christensen - Bjorn.Christensen@harley-davidson.com

M.Sc. in Engineering (1999)
A Global Design Metric for Dynamic Systems
Harley Davidson, Milwaukee WI


Doug Walker

Doug Walker - email

M.Sc. in Engineering (1996)
Proper Models for Active Suspension Systems
Unknown


Larry Kaung

Larry Kaung - email

M.Sc. in Engineering (1995)
Dynamic Analysis of revolute machine tool drive systems
TRW


Gene Altermatt

Gene Altermatt - email

M.Sc. in Engineering (1995)
An Investigation In The Design Space Of High Stiffness Belt Drives For Precision Machine Tools
General Motors


Stephen Riley

Stephen Riley - stephen.riley@mscsoftware.com

M.Sc. in Engineering (1995)
A Finite Segment Representation of A Cantilevered Beam
MSC Software Inc.


Loucas Louca

Loucas Louca - cyl@umich.edu

M.Sc. in Engineering (1995)
A Template-Based Modeling Approach for System Design: Theory and Implementation
Automotive Research Center


Thomas Rohlfs

Thomas Rohlfs - email

M.Sc. in Engineering (1994)
A Preliminary Design and Study of a New Class of Machine Tools
UNKNOWN


Richard Bolt

Richard Bolt - email

M.Sc. in Engineering (1991)
Initial Design of a Class of CNC Milling Machines Utilizing Rotation Mechanisms for Tool Translation
UNKNOWN


Wei Wu

Wei Wu - email

M.Sc. in Engineering (1989)
Automated Detection of Stick/Slip in Machine Tool Slides
Vice-President of his own Ann Arbor Based Company


Masters Level Projects

Girish Mudgal

Harsha Badarinarayan - hbadarin@umich.edu

M.Sc. in Engineering (2003)
Modeling of Anti Lock Brake System
company, Ann Arbor MI


Girish Mudgal

Girish Mudgal - gmudgal@altair.com

M.Sc. in Engineering (2002)
Terrain Characterization for Durability Studies
Altair, Troy MI


James Dunn

James Dunn - James.S.Dunn@lmco.com

M.Sc. in Engineering (2002)
Bond Graph Modeling of Internal Combustion Engines
Lockheed Martin, Fort Worth TX


Nicolas Zachariou

Nicolas Zachariou - 1996

Computer-Based Design of Experiments Applied to Active Safety Conflict Models


Ted Vanden Berg

Ted Vanden Berg - 1994

Model and Design of a Uniform tension Spindle Winding Machine for Rectangular Coils


Tim Athans

Tim Athans - 1991

Dynamic Systems Analysis


Sudhakar Medepalli

Sudhakar Medepalli - 1988

Optimal Control for Machine Diagnostics


Peter Hickman

Peter Hickman - 1987

Design of a DC Servo Power Train Test System


John Kesh

John Kesh - 1986

AI techniques for Robot Program Generation


Dave Van Essen

Dave Van Essen - 1986

Design of a Current Monitoring Automatic Test System


Milivoj Teodorovic

Milivoj Teodorovic - 1985

Implementation of CSS on the IBM-PC with Enhanced Graphics


Daniel Colvin

Daniel Colvin - 1984

Current Monitoring on DC Servo Feed Drives


Glenn Clever

Glenn Clever - 1984

Quantification of Dynamic Mechanical Components Of The Spindle System on the Jones and Lamson Numerical Controlled Lathe