Kettering University Technical Research News Digest 2005 Archive

Research Publications from Kettering Faculty and Staff

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Borchers, Andrew; Doyle, Daryl (deceased); El-Sayed, Jacqueline; Harding, Trevor; Hoff, Craig; Lynch-Caris, Terri; Redekop, Benjamin. "Undergraduate Course in Environmental Design and Manufacturing."
Journal of Manufacturing Systems, Vol. 24, no. 3 (2005). Kettering University thanks the Journal of Manufacturing Systems for permission to use this material.

Lynch-Caris, Terri; LaRocque, Nicole. "Integrating Physical Fitness Research into the Ergonomics Classroom."
This paper is used by permission from the American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE) and originally appeared in the 2005 ASEE Annual Conference proceedings. Kettering University thanks the ASEE for permission to use this material.

Erwin, Gary. "University--Company Partnerships Key To Resolving Outsourcing of U.S. Jobs."
Electrical Manufacturing and Coil Winding Association Annual Conference Proceedings (Fall 2005)

Kettering Research News Stories

Scoring major crash test points - Published: Dec 15, 2005

A side-impact crash test series for a major industry partner ensures a bright future for Kettering University's Crash Safety Center and crash safety curriculum.

Getting kids on their feet - Published: Dec 02, 2005

A Kettering professor has been instrumental in making dreams come true for hundreds of handicapped kids and their families.

Kildee aids fuel cell development in Michigan - Published: Nov 23, 2005

Congressman Kildee was instrumental in securing $500,000 for fuel cell research and development through Kettering's Fuel Cell Commercialization Incubator (FCCI).

Analyzing chronic pain - Published: Nov 18, 2005

Kettering research continues to explore the use of technologies to unravel the causes of Fibromyalgia Syndrome. The newest technology involves decoding the function of the brain by analyzing electroencephalographic (EEG) readings.

3 modern labs coming to ECE - Published: Nov 18, 2005

The space may be empty now, but upgraded facilities are coming soon for students in Electrical and Computer Engineering.

Eaton gives another $10,000 - Published: Nov 11, 2005

Ongoing donation support fuel cell development efforts.

No meandering in learning - Published: Nov 11, 2005

Because of his academic diligence and thirst for learning, Kettering University graduate William Sommerville '05 produced what his co-op advisors describe as a Ph.D. level senior thesis project in just a few short years. The result? Possibly the world's smallest radio.

New technologies need new math - Published: Nov 04, 2005

Traditional mathematical equations to rapidly calculate heat transfer don't work with new technologies like lasers. A Kettering undergrad developed a numerical solution to the problem with a little help from his professor.

Beating high gas prices - Published: Nov 04, 2005

What gets up to 51 miles to the gallon and smells like doughnuts? Most likely it's one of three Kettering students' re-engineered bio-diesel vehicles running on used bakery oil.

Cleaning up diesel emissions - Published: Oct 28, 2005

A Kettering University researcher is working to clean up diesel emissions as part of the effort to reduce U.S. dependence on foreign oil.

Forensic Engineering - Published: Oct 14, 2005

Figuring out how something works is easy, Charles White and his Materials Analysis students spend their time doing reverse engineering to figure out why things DON'T work.

Integrating engineering disciplines - Published: Oct 07, 2005

Kettering University advisory panel examines if strengthening the diversity of engineering teams can teach students how to work on multidisciplinary efforts to reduce design and manufacturing time, and ultimately lead to less outsourcing of U.S. production work.

Going with the flow - Published: Sep 30, 2005

Researching air flow dynamics is not everyone's idea of a summer vacation, but Kettering graduate student Richard Anderson thought it was great.

Periscope up - Published: Sep 23, 2005

Submarines in the Recreation Center pool, soldering irons and laptops scattered on the pool deck - it must be an Electrical Engineering capstone project in process.

The science of clicks and pops - Published: Aug 30, 2005

Kettering researchers are using bio-engineering to "listen" to the sounds made by shoulders to develop a new method for diagnosing injuries.

Opening with a BANG! - Published: Aug 26, 2005

The walls are up around the crash sled, the safety glass is in place and the dummies are ready to ride. Kettering's Crash Safety Center officially opened Aug. 25.

Fuel Cell Center opens - Published: Jun 18, 2005

Gov. Granholm among the hundreds to tour the new Kettering Center for Fuel Cell Systems and Powertrain Integration.

It's a small, small, small, small world. - Published: Jun 06, 2005

Having an environmental scanning electron microscope (ESEM) on campus has allowed Kettering and industry researchers to "get down" to the subatomic level.

$1 million for international exchange - Published: May 16, 2005

A gift from Bob '64 and Marcy Oswald will support international study and research for students and faculty.

Improving engine emissions - Published: May 16, 2005

Researchers at Kettering will use a National Science Foundation grant to determine levels of particulate matter emitted by diesel engines, spark ignited engines, jet engines and in hydrogen production, to help manufacturers improve emissions and meet new EPA regulations.

First in Michigan! - Published: May 09, 2005

A partnership between Kettering and the Flint Mass Transit Authority will place the state's first fuel cell bus on streets in Flint, Mich.

Kids help Kettering measure up - Published: May 06, 2005

Kettering researchers are going where no one has gone before in the realm of crash test safety, by measuring the range of motion in children's necks.

International collaboration - Published: May 02, 2005

Visiting Italian graduate student Alberto Zuccollo aids Kettering professor with FlexCAN research project.

The science of softball - Published: Apr 20, 2005

Dr. Dan Russell applies the principles of physics to softball bats to help manufacturers produce high performance bats within USSSA and ASA guidelines. He has also developed a quick test to identify a good bat.

Partnerships key to resolving outsourcing of jobs - Published: Apr 11, 2005

Many analysts believe industry-university partnerships similar to Kettering University's relationship with the Electrical Manufacturing and Coil Winding Association could help the U.S. electrical manufacturing industry recover from the loss of jobs overseas.

Kettering Snow Dogs place 5th - Published: Mar 21, 2005

The Kettering Snow Dogs placed fifth overall in the 2005 SAE Clean Snowmobile Challenge at Michigan Technological University.

Snow Dogs rev up - Published: Mar 04, 2005

The Kettering SAE Clean Snowmobile team is working like "dogs" to get their sled ready for the upcoming competition in Houghton, Mich.

Racing with the wind - Published: Mar 04, 2005

A degree in engineering doesn't prepare you to be a championship hot air balloon racer, or does it? According to Kettering/GMI grad Al Nels '75, a technical background and an interest in gadgets might just be an advantage in the world of balloon racing.

A sacred trust - Published: Feb 10, 2005

Kettering Professor Michael Callahan's new scholarly study offers a further view of the League of Nations and Africa from 1929-1946 under the Mandates System.

Good finish leads to great start - Published: Feb 03, 2005

The Kettering Formula SAE team is gearing up for the 2005 season with a lighter vehicle that they hope will drive them into the top 10 at the Silverdome in May.

Validating computer simulations - Published: Jan 21, 2005

A hands-on experimentation lab helps students validate computer simulations of engineered products and prove that time-tested methods are still useful in today's world of technology.