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PhD Graduates
Dr. Dan Sanders, 2008
Senior Technical Fellow, The Boeing Company, Seattle
http://www.boeing.com
Project Title: - Development of Friction Stir Welding Combined with Superplastic Forming Processes for the Fabrication of Titanium Structures
Dr. Suhasini Gururaja, 2008
The Boeing Company, Seattle
http://www.boeing.com
Project Title: Analytical Modeling of Orthogonal Cutting of FRPs:
Dr. Franna Pitt, (2005)
Associate Technical Fellow, The Boeing Company, Seattle
http://www.boeing.com
Project title: - Effect of Simulated Superplastic Forming Processing on the Mechanical Properties of Three Titanium Alloys.
Dr. William Pedersen (2003)
Assistant Professor, University of Minnesota, Duluth
http://www.d.umn.edu/~wpederse/
Project title: - Machinability of Functionally Gradient Al/SiC Metal Matrix Composite.
Dr. Dave Wook Kim (2002)
Assistant Professor, Washington State University, Vancouver, WA
http://www.vancouver.wsu.edu/fac/kimd/
Project title: - Machining And Drilling Of Hybrid Composites.
(Late) Dr. Kunaporn Sawalee (2002)
Assistant Professor, Institute of Engineering and Resources Technology Walailuk, Thailand
Expired in August 2005
Project title: An Experimental and Numerical Analysis of Waterjet Peening of 7075-T6 Aluminum Alloy.
Dr. Patrick Stickler (2001)
Tech Fellow, The Boeing Company, Seattle
http://www.boeing.com
Project title: Experimental and Numerical Investigation of Transversely Stitched T-joint.
Dr. Zihong Guo (1998)
Research Manager, Light Sciences Corporation, Issaquah, WA
http://www.lightsciences.com
Project title: Experimental and Numerical Investigation of Machining Damage in Structural Ceramics.
Dr. Farzad Zafari (1997)
Principal Engineer, Damage Tolerance, The Boeing Company
http://www.boeing.com
Project title: Experimental and Numerical Investigation of Elastic-Plastic Mixed Mode Fracture in High Strength Aluminum Alloys.
Dr. Dwayne Arola (1996)
Associate Professor, University of Maryland, Baltimore County
http://www.umbc.edu/engineering/me/lamp/
Project title: Abrasive Waterjet Manufacturing Effects on the Structural Integrity of Fiber-Reinforced Plastics.
Dr. C.W. Wern (1995)
Associate Professor, Portland State University, OR http://www.me.pdx.edu/~wernc/
Project title: Fiber and Fiber-Matrix Interface Effects on the Orthogonal Cutting of Fiber Reinforced Plastics.
Dr. S.P. Raju (1994)
http://www.boschusa.com/
Project title: Theoretical and Experimental Investigations into the Material Removal Process During Abrasive Waterjet Cutting.
Dr. D. H. Wang (1993)
Professor, Kyungnam University, Korea
http://mecha.kyungnam.ac.kr/prof/dhwang/
Project title: Machining Characteristics of Graphite/Epoxy Composites.
Hon Yeh PhC (1993)
Project title: Dynamic Photoelastic Study of High Pressure Waterjet Penetration Process in Brittle Polymer
(Didn’t Submit Final Dissertation to Grad School)
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MS Thesis 2008
Matthew Beck
Thesis Title: Investigation of Wear behavior in Laser cladded Low Carbon Steel Using Inconel 625 Nano Powder
Trent Greenwell
Thesis Title: Full-Field Strain Behavior of Friction Stir-Welded Titanium Alloy
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MS Thesis 2007
Nda-Agyima Addae-Mensah
Graduate Student, University of Washington
Thesis Title: Characterization of Surface Morphology and Roughness Generated by Friction Stir Welding (FSW) Process in Titanium Alloy.
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MS Thesis 2006
Temitope R. Adekola
Schlumberger, http://www.slb.com/
Thesis Title: Characterization of the Effects of different Peening Techniques on the Fatigue Crack Propagation in Aluminum Alloy 7075-T6.
Joel Hoksbergen
Team Corporation, http://www.teamcorporation.com
Thesis Title: A Comparison Study on the Vibration Characteristics of Magnesium Plate versus Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic Plate.
Timothy Briggs
Graduate Student, University of Washington
Thesis Title: Low Velocity Impact Response Characterization of Glass Fiber Reinforced Plastics (GFRP).
Alex Chillman
Flow International Corporation, http://www.flowcorp.com
Graduate Student, University of Washington
Thesis Title: Surface Preparation and Textures by Ultra High Pressure Waterjet Cleaning Processes.
Paul Edwards
The Boeing Company, www.boeing.com
Graduate Student, University of Washington
Thesis Title: Experimental and Numerical Characterization of Friction Stir Welded and Superplastically Formed Friction Stir Welded Titanium.
Eric Winter
The Boeing Company, www.boeing.com
Thesis Title: A New Approach to Focusing Virtual Manufacturing Efforts in a Product Development Environment.
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MS Thesis 2005
Edward J. Klock-McCook
Westing House
Thesis Title: Characterization of Friction Stir Welded and Superplastic Formed Titanium Joints.
Sandeep D Abhyankar
Microsoft Corporation, http://www.microsoft.com
Thesis Title: Modeling and Simulation of Tensile behavior of Titanium Alloy under Simulated SPF Conditions.
Curtis D.Doyle
Thesis Title: Experimental studies on the Propellant Burn-Rate Testing Techniques.
Jennifer L. McCormick
Thesis Title: Product Development Methodology for Use During Development of Specialized Defense Products.
Brian Carver
Thesis Title: Operational Forecasting Models, Case Study: Amazon.Com.
Scott E. Bernhardt
Thesis Title: Impact Response Characterization of a Hybrid Titanium Composite Laminate.
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MS Thesis 2004
Jacob P. Civitts
Thesis Title: Lean Manufacturing Implementation: A Case Study of the Omax Corporation.
Christopher T. Hughes
Thesis title: Investigation of Surface modification and Laser Cladding of Low carbon Steel using Inconel 625 Nano-powder.
I.Conner
Thesis title: Development of a Windows-Based Program for Remote and Unattended Operation of an Abrasive Waterjet System.
M.Spaulding
Thesis title: - Electrical Discharge Machining of Hybrid Titanium Composite (HTCL) Material.
Edward .M. West
Thesis title: Development of a Two-Speed Automated Manual Transaxle for a Parallel Hybrid Electric Vehicle.
Y.Seo
Thesis title: Fatigue Crack Growth Rate in Super Plastic Formed Titanium Alloys.
T. Munson
Thesis title: The Effect of Shot Peening on Fatigue Crack Propagation in 7075-T7351 Aluminum Alloy, SENB Specimens.
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MS Thesis 2003
J.Bennett
Thesis title: Test Analysis and Reduction of Brake System Air Leaks in Class 8 Trucks.
P.Posinasetti
Thesis title: Modeling and analysis of Abrasive Waterjet Drilling.
H.Wu
Thesis title: A Comprehensive Review of Application of Competitive Technical Intelligence in New Product Development Lifecycle.
J. Arnold
Thesis title: Evaluation of Assembly Simulation as a Process Planning Development Aid.
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MS Thesis 2002
Samuel V. Alworth
Thesis title: Analysis of Market Segments, Customer Requirements and Technical Specification for a Processor Based, Home Ultrasound Medical Imaging Device.
Arlene R. Martin
Thesis title: Microsoft Xbox Program Equipment Allocation: A Case Study in using Six Sigma Methodology.
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MS Thesis 2001
Scott Kraja
Thesis title: Abrasive Waterjet Drilling of Composites.
X.T. Doan
Thesis title: Drilling Study of Thermoplastic Composite.
Adam Terry
Thesis title: A method for determining Tool Group flexibility with Uncertain Machine Variability: Application in a Semiconductor Manufacturing Process.
Bekki S. Leu
Senior Analyst, Solectron, CA
Thesis title: Finished goods distribution strategy : a case study of Solectron.
L.Kaegabien
Thesis title: Models for Optimization of the Integration of Parts: Application in the Aerospace Industry.
Larry Parafitt
Thesis title: Tension-Tension Fatigue Behavior of Heavy Truck Industry Utilized Composite Materials.
Matt Lau
Thesis title: A Strategy on Bill of Material for High Volume High Variability Product Release.
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MS Thesis 2000
Craig Hall
Manufacturing Engineer, The Boeing Company, http://www.boeing.com
Thesis title: Six Sigma Application in 777 Assembly Process
Sean Weathers
Manufacturing Engineer, Ford Motor Company, Detroit
Thesis title: Surface Roughness Model to Predict the Flexural Strength of Ceramics and Composites.
Indresh P. Datar
Design Engineer, The Boeing Company, http://www.boeing.com
Thesis title: Influence of Manufacturing Processes on Mechanical Properties of Advanced Polymer Composites
Troy C. Harris
Intel Corporation
Thesis title: A Comparative Simulation of Advanced Re-entrant Scheduling Policies in a Semiconductor Application.
Long K. Nguyen
Thesis title: A decision support model for quality implementation.
Touya A. Harris
Leaders Program, Ford Motor Company
Thesis title: Standard Interior Configuration: A Process for developing A standard Selection Interior and reducing Engineering design time.
Welly Sugiarto
Security Analyst, Deloitte
Thesis title: A framework for developing and managing network security system.
John R. Mason
R&D, Microsoft Corporation
Thesis title: Software Packaging Process Improvements: A Case Study in the Application of Modern Quality Concepts at Microsoft.
William E. Anderson
Thesis title: Preliminary Study on the Oblique Facing of Magnesium Metal Matrix Composite.
Thomas D. Hall
Manufacturing Engineer, The Boeing Company, http://www.boeing.com
Thesis title: Optimization of the Manufacturing Engineer’s Organization Role.
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MS Thesis 1999
Adam Biggs
Manufacturing Engineer, The Boeing Company, http://www.boeing.com
Thesis title: Analysis of Factors Affecting Almen Strip Arc Height After Shot Peening.
Nicole McDevitte
Process Engineer, The Boeing Company, http://www.boeing.com
Thesis title: Effects of Processing Methods on the Flexural Properties of High Temperature Composites.
Christopher Dawson
The Boeing Company, http://www.boeing.com
Thesis title: Fatigue Crack Propagation in Bolt Materials.
Sharon M. Hayes
Instructor, Highline Community College
Thesis title: Machinability of Titanium Composite.
Terry H. Branson
Thesis title: Drilling of Graphite/Bismaleimide and Titanium stacks.
Garry M. Hieke
Senior Analyst, Price Waterhouse Cooper, Seattle, WA
Thesis title: Modeling of Alternatives for Mixed Model Assembly in the Aerospace Industry.
Kirk R. Neumann
Senior Manager, Greatergood.com
Thesis title: Developing a Business Strategy and Cost Model for Evaluating a New Telecom Laser Design.
Elizabeth W. Kent
Genie Manufacturing Company, Redmond, WA
Thesis title: Reducing Cycle Time in an Assembly and Test Area Using Simulation Modeling.
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MS Thesis 1998
Martin Trimble
IBM, San Jose, CA
Thesis title: Modeling and Simulation of Waterjet Cutting Forces.
Timothy E. Hansen
Manager, Environmental Consultancy, Alaska
Thesis title: Resource Allocation in the Communication Industry.
Christopher D. Hance
Ernst & Young, Seattle, WA
Thesis title: Production Policies for Multiple Products and Multiple Product Families.
Robert V. Dwyer
Manager, Harris Group Industries, FL
Thesis title: Process Optimization in Steel Platform Fabrication and Painting.
Geoffrey J. Bissell
Manager, Paccar, TX
Thesis title: Controlling Supplier Variability – An analysis of Frame Mismatches in the 41 Section of an Aerospace Aircraft.
John Campbell
Manager, InfoSpace.com, Seattle, WA
Thesis title: Process Defect Analysis and Re-work Reduction in Final Assembly of Aircraft Structures.
Christopher Brem
Product Manager, Inter Corporation, OR
Thesis title: Titanium Castings in Primary Aircraft Structures- Status Quo and Implementation Proposal.
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MS Thesis 1997
S. Kao
Thesis title: Drilling of Aluminum-Based Metal Matrix Composites.
W. McClenahan
Manager, The Boeing Company, http://www.boeing.com
Thesis title: Application of Statistical Analysis & Parameter Design to Structural Assembly Process.
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MS Thesis 1995
Peter Young
Mantech, San Francisco, CA
Thesis title: Experimental Investigation on Drilling of Graphite/Epoxy.
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MS Thesis 1994
Michael Allen
M+IND, Seattle, WA
Thesis title: Fractographic Investigation of Fracture and Fatigue in Aluminum Alloys.
S. Miguel
Kyosara Corporation, Vancouver, WA
Thesis title: Ultrasonic Machining of Si3N4.
Ben Hu
The Boeing Company, http://www.boeing.com
Thesis title: Erosion of Silicon Nitride Material by Abrasive Air Jets.
Cathylyn Durand
Data I/O, Redmond, WA
Thesis title: Machining silicon nitride with a Nd:YAG laser.
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MS Thesis 1993
Kevin Colligan
Boeing Defense and Space, Seattle, WA
Thesis title: Machined Edge Effects on The Compressive Strength of Graphite/Epoxy.
Frank W. Ng
Indonesia
Thesis title: Ultrasonic Drilling of Ceramics.
Lt. Chris Carlsson
Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Dayton, OH
Thesis title: Experimental and Numerical Investigation of Mixed-Mode Fatigue.
Shon Harker
Research Engineer, GE, Schenectady, NY
Thesis title: Experimental Modeling of Abrasive Jet Drilling and Cutting of Glass.
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MS Thesis 1992
Greg C. Paul
Veteran's Administration, Chicago, IL
Thesis title: Effect of Electrical Discharge Machining on Surface Integrity and Fatigue Properties of 15 Vol% SiCp/A356 Metal Matrix Composite.
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MS Thesis 1991
Karen L. Sakai
The Boeing Company, http://www.boeing.com
Thesis title: Ultrasonic Machining Effects on the Surface Integrity of Advanced Ceramics.
Jamil Zarrah
Design Engineer, Royal Buildings, Morocco
Thesis title: Plane Stress Fracture Toughness Evaluation of Aluminum Alloys.
Jinse Park
Product Engineer, International Paper, Oregon
Thesis title: A Study on the Effect of PCD Tool Geometry on the Machining of Graphite/Epoxy Composite Material.
John Diagnault
Manufacturing Engineer, Immunex Corporation, Seattle, WA
Thesis title: EDM Process Effects on Surface Finish and Strength of TiB2/SiC.
Kwok-Pew Wong
Manufacturing Engineer, Hydrojet Company, Singapore
Thesis title: Photoelastic Investigation of Abrasive Waterjet Machining.
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MS Thesis 1990
Gene C. Anderson
Consultant, Advanced Technologies, Everett, WA
Thesis title: Fracture Toughness Testing of Aluminum-Lithium Alloys under Predominantly Plane Stress Conditions.
Eric Rogers
The Boeing Company, http://www.boeing.com
Thesis title: An Experimental Study on the Performance of PCD and Carbide Tooling in the Interrupted Cutting of Graphite-Epoxy.
Faridnia Mohammed-Reza
Design Engineer, Control Components Inc., CA
Thesis title: Preliminary Study on the performance of Polycrystalline Diamond (PCD) Cutters in Machining of Graphite/Epoxy.
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MS Thesis 1988
Gary Hamatani
The Boeing Company, http://www.boeing.com
Thesis title: Machinability of High Temperature Composites.
Allen Gilliams
Industrial Products, San Francisco, CA
Thesis title: Economics of Waterjet Cutting.
(Withdrawn from Univ, Dec 1988)
Richard Jefferson
Lecturer, Community College, Bellingham, WA
Thesis title: Small Fatigue Crack Propagation Under Mixed-Mode Loading.
(First Native American to get MS in the history of the Mechanical Engineering Department)
Mark C. Rubbert
Sales Engineer, GE, San Francisco, CA
Thesis title: Weldability of Aluminum-Lithium Alloys.
Jiou Zeng
Research Engineer, Omax Corporation, Seattle, WA
Thesis title: Erosion of Ductile Material Under Angular Impact of Waterjets.
Hung-Wah See
Product Supervisor, HP, Singapore
Thesis title: Electrical Discharge Machining of Ceramic Composites.
Kenneth Wing-Ning Lu
Software Engineer, Manufg Software, CA
Thesis title: PC-Based CAD/CAM Integration for Computer Numerical Control Machine Tools.
John H. Koh
Consulting Engineer, Rotodyne, Seattle, WA
Thesis title: Investigation of Acoustic Emission During Oblique Metal
Cutting.
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MS Thesis 1987
Ram Hatangadi
Siemens, Seattle
Thesis title: Modeling of Material Removal Using Abrasive Waterjet Machining.
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