Research
Designer driven nonlinear transient FEM analysis of manufacturing processes such as welding, heat treating and casting to optimize the design and production of real production parts in mechanical structures such as tractors, ships and automobiles; software environments that enable designers to accurately simulate and optimize the manufacturing processes and in-service behavior of complex structures such as an automobile frame.
Application
Simulating the process of high pressure die casting for components for the automotive industry. Simulating welding structures such as tractor frames to manage distortion that impacts manufacturing costs and residual stress that impacts fatigue life. Simulating the heat treatment of gears to predict distortion, residual stress and hardness and then optimize the heat treating process.
Activities
Member, NSERC Advisory Committee on University-Industry Grants. 2005-2008.
Member, Canadian Welding Association Member, Canadian Council of International Institute for Welding