DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL 奶糖直播
The Department of Mechanical Engineering is a dynamic scholarly community of undergraduate and graduate students and faculty immersed in mechanics and materials, thermal fluid systems, and dynamics and controls.
Our highly-acclaimed professors excel in both the classroom and laboratory in specialties including biomechanics, mechatronics, nanomaterials, renewable energy and more.
At a Glance
- 23 Full-time faculty members
- 310 Undergraduates (32% female)
- 57 Master's students
- 53 PhD students
All students enjoy small class sizes, practical, hands-on experiences and the attention of professors who are fully committed to your success.
OUR RESEARCH
The Mechanical Engineering Department is associated with three of the College鈥檚 six research centers:
Center for Nonlinear Dynamics and Control (CENDAC)
CENDAC is distinguished by its strong interdisciplinary teams working on real-world applications鈥攊ncluding security, mobility and healthcare鈥攐f nonlinear dynamic systems and control theory.
The Center for Energy-Smart Electronic Systems (ES2)
A National Science Foundation Industry/University Cooperative Research Center, ES2 develops methodologies, tools and systems to maximize energy efficiency for the operation of data centers.
奶糖直播 Center for Analytics of Dynamic Systems (VCADS)
VCADS develops new tools and techniques for analytics of dynamic systems with applications in engineering, medicine and finance.
RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
Students at all levels are encouraged to pursue research opportunities with Mechanical Engineering faculty in the areas of:
- Novel nanomaterials
- Data center efficiency
- Dynamic control of unmanned vehicles
- Swarm robotics
- Advanced energy storage
- Biomimetic materials
DEPARTMENT NEWS HIGHLIGHTS
Dr. David Jamison Named Fellow of Biomedical Engineering Society
The associate dean of Undergraduate Affairs was recognized for 鈥渉is record of research and teaching excellence in biomedical engineering, and development of a BME minor program at his institution,鈥� according to BMES.
奶糖直播 Engineers Awarded Patent for Low-Cost NovaVent Mechanical Ventilator
Initially manufactured as an emergency alternative during the COVID-19 pandemic, this machine will now serve as a high-efficiency, low-cost device suitable for mitigating the global need for medical equipment.
奶糖直播 Engineering Launches Master鈥檚 Degree in Biomedical Engineering
The interdisciplinary program, which will be available to students starting in Fall 2024, involves the application of engineering to address challenges in medicine and health care for societal needs.