College of EngineeringDepartment of Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Faculty

Mechanical Engineering Faculty

Jeffrey Suhling

Quina Professor
Department Chair
1418G Wiggins Hall
suhlijc@auburn.edu
334.844.3332

Ph.D. Engineering Mechanics, University of Wisconsin
M.S. Engineering Mechanics, University of Wisconsin
B.S. Applied Math, Engineering, and Physics, University of Wisconsin

Keywords/Tags

Experimental Mechanics Solid Mechanics Advanced and Composite Materials Finite Element Analysis Computational Mechanics Continuum Modeling Electronic Packaging Silicon Sensors Solder Joint Reliability Mechanics of Paper

Ali Abdel-Hadi

Lecturer
3436 Wiggins Hall
aza0060@auburn.edu
334.844.3308

Ph.D. Agricultural and Biological Engineering, University of Florida
M.S. Aerospace Engineering, University of Florida
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, University of Khartoum-Sudan

Keywords/Tags

Solid Mechanics Granular Mechanics Constitutive Equations Granular Flow Rheology Consolidation Shear Testers

Sabit Adanur

Professor
2448 Wiggins Hall
adanusa@auburn.edu
334.844.5497

Ph.D. Fiber and Polymer Science, North Carolina State University
M.S. Textile Engineering and Science, North Carolina State University
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Istanbul Technical University

Keywords/Tags

Fiber Yarn Fabric Nonwovens Weaving Knitting Braiding Tufting Composites Polymer Processing Nanotechnology Safety and Protective Materials Paper Machine Clothing Computer Aided Design Textile Testing and Analysis Textile Machinery

Brendon Allen

Assistant Professor
3418G Wiggins Hall
bca0027@auburn.edu
334.844.3368

Ph.D Mechanical Engineering, University of Florida
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Brigham Young University
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, University of Florida

Keywords/Tags

Nonlinear and Adaptive Control Rehabilitation Robotics Autonomous Systems Hybrid Exoskeleton Switched and Hybrid Systems Human-Machine Interaction Cyber-Physical Systems Wearable Devices

Aleksander Antic

Visiting Assistant Professor
3418F Wiggins Hall
asa0049@auburn.edu
334.844.3329

Ph.D. Science of Advanced Materials, Central Michigan University
B.S. Aerospace Engineering, Florida Institute of Technology

Keywords/Tags

Carbon Nanotubes Graphene Ribbons Thin Films Li-Ion Batteries Anode Materials Characterization Methods

Mehmet Arik

Associate Professor
1418 Wiggins Hall
mza0223@auburn.edu
334.844.3321

PhD., University of Minnesota, Mechanical Engineering
MS, University of Miami, Mechanical Engineering
BS, Istanbul Technical University, Mechanical Engineering

Keywords/Tags

Energy Systems Defense Systems Microfluidics Photonics Systems Thermal Management Six Sigma

Anahita Ayasoufi

Senior Lecturer
3430 Wiggins Hall
aza0082@auburn.edu
334.844.4947

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, University of Toledo
M.S. Aerospace Engineering, Sharif University of Technology
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, University of Tehran

Keywords/Tags

Numerical Simulation CFD Helical Static Mixers Solid-Liquid Phase Change Magnetic Properties of Carbon Nanotubes Engineering Education

David Bevly

Bill and Lana McNair Distinguished Professor
2418F Wiggins Hall
bevlydm@auburn.edu
334.844.3446

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, Stanford University
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Texas A&M University

Keywords/Tags

Vehicle Dynamics, Navigation, & Control Sensor Fusion for Navigation & Control On-line State and Parameter Estimation

Sushil Bhavnani

Henry M. Burt, Jr. Professor
1418C Wiggins Hall
bhavnsh@auburn.edu
334.844.3303

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, Iowa State University
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology-Bombay
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Bangalore University

Keywords/Tags

Thermal Management of Datacenters Phase-Change Cooling Heat Transfer Enhancement Jet Impingement Pool Boiling on Micro-Structured Surface Convective Boiling Spacecraft Thermal Management Condensate Mobility Renewable Energy Heat Transfer in Microchannels

Thomas Burch

Senior Lecturer
2418H Wiggins Hall
burchte@auburn.edu
334.844.3304

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, Louisiana State University
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Auburn University
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Auburn University

Keywords/Tags

Energy Utilization Steam Boilers Chillers HVAC Cooling Towers Boiler Safety

Howard Chen

Assistant Research Professor
2530 Woltosz Engineering Research Laboratory
hzc0074@auburn.edu
334.844.4340

Ph.D. Industrial Engineering, University of Iowa
M.S. Industrial Engineering, University of Iowa
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, University of Iowa

Keywords/Tags

Robotics Inertial Navigation Ergonomics Human Factors Biomechanics Human Motion Analysis Wearable Technologies

Song-Yul Choe

William B. and Elizabeth Reed Professor
2418C Wiggins Hall
choeson@auburn.edu
334.844.3328

Ph.D. Electrical Engineering, Technical University of Berlin
Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Technical University of Berlin
B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Han-Yang University, Korea

Keywords/Tags

Modeling/Control of Power Sources Piezoelectric Devices High Powered Connectors Solenoid Values Tires PEM Fuel Cells Batteries Electric Motors

Lorenzo Cremaschi

Professor
2446 Wiggins Hall
lzc0047@auburn.edu
334.844.3302

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, University of Maryland
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia

Keywords/Tags

Miniature-Scale Refrigeration Oil Retention Frosting/Icing Boiling/Condensation Nanolubricant Microchannel Air Conditioning Heat Exchangers Low GWP Refrigerants Energy Efficiency

David Dyer

Professor
1432 Wiggins Hall
dyerdav@auburn.edu
334.844.3305

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, University of Tennessee

Keywords/Tags

Thermodynamics Energy Conservation Mechanical Equipment Mechanical Design/Safety Water Supply

George Flowers

Professor
Dean of the Graduate School
3428 Wiggins Hall
flowegt@auburn.edu
334.844.4375

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Auburn University

Keywords/Tags

Dynamics of Rotating Machinery Vibration Analysis of Electronic Systems

Reza Ghiaasiaan

Assistant Research Professor
140 Gavin Engineering Research Laboratory
srg0041@auburn.edu
334.844.2415

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, McMaster University, Canada
M.A.Sc. Materials Processing, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden
M.A.Sc. Materials Science and Engineering, Sharif University of Technology, Iran
B.A.Sc. Metallurgical Engineering, Isfahan University of Technology, Iran

Keywords/Tags

Additive Manufacturing (AM) 3D Printing Mechanical Behavior of Materials Physical Metallurgy of AM Metals Microstructure-Process-Property Relation Microstructure Characterization Nickel-base Superalloys Experimental Mechanics Heat Treatment Development Laser Materials Processing

Daniel Harris

Associate Professor
2418B Wiggins Hall
harridk@auburn.edu
334.844.3337

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, Purdue University
M.S. Applied Mathematics, Johns Hopkins University
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, University of Maryland

Keywords/Tags

Thermal Management Electronics Cooling Heat Pipes Thermal Interface Materials Liquid Metals Heat Transfer Thermodynamics Satellite Thermal Design Cube-Sats Lunar Environments

Mark Hoffman

Assistant Professor
1448 Wiggins Hall
mah0142@auburn.edu
334.844.3360

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Union College

Keywords/Tags

Internal Combustion Engines Low Temperature Combustion Alternative Fuels Heat Transfer Thermal Barrier Coatings Gasoline Particulate Filters Three-Way Catalysts Waste Heat Recovery Alternative Powertrains Vehicle Systems

Robert Jackson

Albert Smith Jr. Professor
3418E Wiggins Hall
jacksr7@auburn.edu
334.844.3340

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology

Keywords/Tags

Wear Surface Fatigue Surface Engineering Tribology Friction Bearings Lubrication Nanoparticles Surface Roughness Biotribology

Nickolas Jovanovic

Lecturer
3446 Wiggins Hall
nick.jovanovic@auburn.edu
501.240.4556

Ph.D. M.Phil., M.S., Engineering and Applied Science (Program in Applied Mathematics), Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut
M.S., Mechanical Engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, New York
B.S., Mechanical Engineering, Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois
U.S. Naval Submarine School, Groton, Connecticut
U.S. Naval Nuclear Prototype Training, Ballston Spa, New York

Keywords/Tags

Nuclear Power Heat Transfer Thermodynamics Power Plants Renewable Energy HVAC High Performance Computing Scientific Computing Parallel Computing Partial Differential Equations

Jay Khodadadi

Alumni Professor
2418E Wiggins Hall
khodajm@auburn.edu
334.844.3333

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign

Keywords/Tags

Phase Change Solidification Mathematical Modeling Porous Media Experimental Fluid Dynamics Microfluidics Energy Storage Computational Fluid Dynamics Heat Transfer & Fluid Mechanics Materials Processing

Dong-Joo (Daniel) Kim

Alumni Professor
280 Wilmore Laboratories
kimdon2@auburn.edu
334.844.4864

Ph.D. Materials Science and Engineering, North Carolina State University
M.S. Ceramic Engineering, Yonsei University
B.S. Ceramic Engineering, Yonsei University

Keywords/Tags

Condition Monitoring Systems Sensors and Actuators Energy Harvesting and Storage Smart Materials and Devices Thin Film Materials and Devices MEMS and NEMS Advanced Nano and Microfabrication Piezoelectrics Ferroelectrics

Pradeep Lall

John and Anne MacFarlane Endowed Distinguished Professor
Director, National Science Foundation Center for Advanced Vehicle and Extreme Environment Electronics
1438 Wiggins Hall
lallpra@auburn.edu
334.844.3424

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, University of Maryland
M.B.A. Finance and Strategy, Northwestern University
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, University of Maryland
B.E. Mechanical Engineering, Delhi College of Engineering

Keywords/Tags

Flexible Hybrid Electronics Harsh Environment Electronics Additive Printed Electronics Light Emitting Diodes MEMS Prognostics Health Management Semiconductor Packaging Shock and Vibration Solder Joint Reliability Wirebonding

Dan Marghitu

Professor
2418G Wiggins Hall
marghdb@auburn.edu
334.844.3335

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, Southern Methodist University
Diplome D'Etudes Approfondies, Mechanical Engineering, Universite Paul Sabatier
Diplome de Inginer, Mechanical Engineering, University of Craiova

Keywords/Tags

Mechanical Impact Dynamics Mechanisms Robots Vibrations Animal and Human Locomotion Nonlinear Dynamics

Scott Martin

Assistant Professor
2428 Wiggins Hall
smm0008@auburn.edu
334.844.4928

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, Auburn University
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Auburn University
B.S. Systems Engineering, East Carolina University

Keywords/Tags

GPS Software Receiver Design Real Time Kinematic Positioning Sensor Fusion for Navigation Navigation and Control of Unmanned Sys

Elham Mirkoohi

Assistant Professor

3418C Wiggins Hall
elham.mirkoohi@auburn.edu

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Oregon State University
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, University of Tehran

Keywords/Tags

manufacturing processes material microstructure mechanical properties machine learning deep learning reinforcement learning materials informatics

Joseph Ragan

Lecturer
2450 Wiggins Hall
raganjs@auburn.edu
334.844.4943

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, Auburn University
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Auburn University
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Auburn University

Keywords/Tags

Reverse Osmosis Desalination Computer Simulation of Physical Systems

Jordan Roberts

Senior Lecturer
0407 Wiggins Hall
roberj4@auburn.edu
334.844.4910.

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, Auburn University
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Auburn University
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, University of Alabama-Birmingham

Keywords/Tags

Additive Manufacturing Stress and Strain Analysis Experimental Mechanics Finite Element Analysis Electronic Packaging Electronics Reliability Silicon Sensors Test Chips Solder Material Behavior and Aging Underfill Material Behavior

Chad Rose

Assistant Professor
2452 Wiggins Hall
chadgrose@auburn.edu
334.844.3401

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, Rice University
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Rice University
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Auburn University

Keywords/Tags

Robotics Rehabilitation Robotics Wearable Robotics Soft Robotics Physical Human-Robot Interaction Assistive Device Design Haptics Motor Learning Prosthetics MRI

Kyle Schulze

Assistant Professor
3452 Wiggins Hall
kdschulze@auburn.edu
334.844.3452

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, University of Florida
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, University of Florida
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, University of Florida

Keywords/Tags

Soft Matter 3D Printing Biomaterials Surface Mechanics Implant-Tissue Interactions Solid Lubricants Multibody Dynamics Simulation Composite Structures Shape Memory Alloys Design Innovations

Nima Shamsaei

Philpott-WestPoint Stevens Distinguished Professor
Director, National Center for Additive Manufacturing Excellence
3448 Wiggins Hall
nzs0058@auburn.edu
334.844.4839

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, University of Toledo
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Sharif University of Technology
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Isfahan University of Technology

Keywords/Tags

Additive Manufacturing 3D Printing Fatigue & Fracture Failure Analysis Mechanical Behavior of Materials Microstructure-Property Relationships Laser Materials Processing Experimental Mechanics Durability and Reliability Mechanical Design

Shuai Shao

Associate Professor
1454 Wiggins Hall
szs0244@auburn.edu
334.844.4867

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, Washington State University
B.S. Mechanical Engineering & Automation, Beijing University of Chemical Technology

Keywords/Tags

Additive Manufacturing Materials Science Computational Materials Science Solid interfaces Multiscale modeling

Mrinal Thakur

Professor
3418D Wiggins Hall
thakumr@auburn.edu
334.844.3326

Ph.D. Physics and Macromolecular Science, Case Western Reserve University
M.S. Physics, Case Western Reserve University
B.S. Physics, Visva-Bharati University

Keywords/Tags

Organic Single-Crystal Films Nonlinear Optics Electro-Optics and Frequency Conversion Nonconjugated Conductive Polymers Femtosecond Time-Resolved Measurements Fluorescence of Excited States Photovoltaics Sub-nanometer Metallic Quantum Dots

Hareesh Tippur

McWane Chair Professor
Associate Chair, Graduate Studies
1446 Wiggins Hall
tippuhv@auburn.edu
334.844.3327

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, State University of New York-Stony Brook
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Science
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Bangalore University

Keywords/Tags

Fracture & Failure High-Strain Rate Behavior Experimental Mechanics Computational Modeling Mechanics of Materials Solid Mechanics Shock and Impact Optical Metrology Advanced Materials Composite Materials

Ali Reza Torabi

Assistant Research Professor
240 Gavin Engineering Research Laboratory
azt0123@auburn.edu
334.844.2640

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, Iran University of Science and Technology (IUST), Tehran, Iran
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Sahand University of Technology (SUT), Tabriz, Iran
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Iran University of Science and Technology (IUST), Tehran, Iran

Keywords/Tags

Additive Manufacturing Crack Notch Brittle Fracture Ductile Fracture Nonlinear Fracture Mechanics Equivalent Material Concept (EMC) Fictitious Material Concept (FMC) Virtual Isotropic Material Concept Fracture of Anisotropic Materials

Nicholas Tsolas

Assistant Professor
3450 Wiggins Hall
nzt0020@auburn.edu
334.844.5496

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, Pennsylvania State University
M.A.Sc. Mechanical Engineering, University of Toronto
B.A.Sc. Mechanical Engineering, University of Toronto

Keywords/Tags

In-situ Process Monitoring Thermal Modeling of AM Processes AM Design for Combustion Nuclear & Thermal Systems Low-Temperature Kinetics Mechanism Development Chemical Kinetics IC Engines and Propulsion Systems Experimental Methodologies Plasma-Assisted Combustion

Richard Williams

Senior Lecturer
2436 Wiggins Hall
rrw0006@auburn.edu
334.844.3316

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, Auburn University
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology

Keywords/Tags

Thermal Design Heat Exchangers Heat Pipes Additive Manufacturing Fluid Systems Engineering Education

Michael Zabala

Auburn Alumni Engineering Council Associate Professor
3434 Wiggins Hall
zabalme@auburn.edu
334.844.4916

Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, Stanford University
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Stanford University
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Auburn University

Keywords/Tags

Biomechanics Orthotics Implants Prosthetics Advanced Dynamics Musculoskeletal Injury MRI Rehabilitation Athletic Performance Motion Capture

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