Compliant Systems & Networks
Compliant Systems Design Lab Research Assistant
University of Michigan Fall ’06 – Fall ’07
Designed and modeled non-linear compact torsional springs using compliant members Developed algorithms to optimize geometry and material parameters using Matlab, ANSYS Classic & Optimus to obtain any desired non-linear force – deflection behavior Generated a library of behavioral curves thru optimization & DOE for further research and development Engineering Research Center, National Institute of Science & Technology Intern
Univ of Michigan Summer ’07 Developed a semiconductor factory network simulator to investigate IEEE 1588 time synchronization techniques in distributed systems in industrial Ethernet Implemented modules handling data requests & reports in XML, JAXB complying with SEMI standards. Achieved weekly goals in conjunction with a team in NIST, Maryland
Optimization of kinematic linkages of Caterpillar backhoe vehicle Winter ’07 Generated mathematical model of kinematic behavior of digging mechanism & hydraulic actuator system Performed multi-variable design optimization of power consumption by actuator sizing & selection of actuator pin locations resulting in lower power consumption Mechatronic Gauge for Piano Regulation (Patent in progress) Client: Piano Technology Department, U of M School of Music
Winter ’07 Designed & implemented a feedback control algorithm for constant velocity arm deflection and reaction force calculation in C++, LabVIEW using optical encoders & OOPIC microcontrollers Surpassed expectations of client – 80% reduction in measurement time, 0.01 gm least count achieved
Page | 3 PAPERS ‘Precise Time Synchronization in Semiconductor Manufacturing’, Proceedings of the IEEE 1588
Conference, October 2007 ‘Time synchronization for diagnostics and control in Ethernet-based applications’, Proceedings of the American Controls Conference, June 2008