Mechanical

Dr. Abdel E. Bayoumi
professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering
(919) 515-5270
bayoumi@eos.ncsu.edu
Intelligent supervisory controls in manufacturing processes; ultra-high-pressure waterjet cutting technology; sensing and digital image processing in experimental mechanics. Design methodologies, concurrent engineering and tribology in manufacturing processes.


Dr. Herbert M. Eckerlin, P.E.
professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering
(919) 515-5227
eckerlin@eos.ncsu.edu
Boiler and steam systems and their improved efficiency. Reducing boiler emissions. Alternate fuel efficiencies and incineration. Industrial energy conservation management.


Dr. Joseph W. David
associate professor of mechanical engineering
(919) 515-5298
Failure analysis, motion prediction, racing vehicles (especially NASCAR).


Dr. Clarence J. Maday
professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering
(919) 515-5225
maday@eos.ncsu.edu
Theory of constraints. Synchronous/concurrent management. Integrated product planning and development.


Dr. Paul I. Ro
associate professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering
(919) 515-5235
paul_ro@ncsu.edu
Precision mechantronics and control, microdynamics, robotics and automation. Intelligent vehicle control.