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Upcoming Events
CEAT - Southwest Mechanics Lecture Series:
Wednesday, Nov 18, 2009 - 2:30 PM (Refreshments at 2:00)
Bacteria Are Stressed Out Too: The Physical Basis of Mechanosensation
Professor Rob Phillips
Professor of Applied Physics and Mechanical Engineering
California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, CA
Advanced Technology Research Center
For more information click here
Past Events
CEAT Week 2009:
March 23-27 - CEAT Week is a week in the spring dedicated to students of CEAT that include fun activities and free food, look at the schedule here. This year CEAT Student Council will be showcasing a different country each day, and its uses of engineering, architecture, and technology. During CEAT Week, CEAT Student Council will be holding several charity functions in which all proceeds will be benefiting their philanthropy, Coaches Vs. Cancer.
CEAT - Southwest Mechanics Lecture Series:
Friday, Mar 27, 2009
Recent Developments in Flow Control of Separation and Circulation
and Their Impact on Improved Aerodynamic Performance
Professor Hassan M. Nagib
Department of Mechanical, Materials & Aerospace Engineering
Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago, IL
Noble Research Center Room 207
For More information click here
Wednesday, Feb 11, 2009
Simulations of Electroactive Materials:
Ferroelectric Switching and Elastomer Dielectrics
Professor Robert M. McMeeking
Department of Mechanical and Environmental Engineering and Materials Department
University of California, Santa Barbara, CA
New Classroom Building, Room 303
For More information click here
Academic News
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Aerospace News
Aerospace Students Present Aircraft Designs to Air Force
Thu, Jul 16, 2009
As part of the US Air Force's US Air, Trade and Technology Expo, OSU Aerospace Engineering students Eric Johnson and Alan Larson are presenting their winning aircraft designs to the Air Force and public this week in Dayton, OH. For the first time, the Air Force has invited winning aircraft designs to be part of the exposition, highlighting efforts of undergraduate students across the nation. Since winning both 1st and 2nd place this year at the AIAA Design/Build/Fly competition in April, OSU secured the top spot at the event that highlights activities of the Air Force and other aviation sectors in the nation. Over a thousand visitors to the expo have seen the OSU aircraft designs.
Dr Jacob launches NASA Rocket
Fri, Jun 26, 2009
From OSU News: As part of the RockOn! 2009 workshop held at NASA Wallops, Oklahoma State University mechanical and aerospace engineering professor Jamey Jacob built and integrated a scientific payload into a NASA rocket which launched at 5:30 am EDT off the east coast of Virginia on June 26, 2009. OSU News • Youtube
Space Cowboy Update
Fri, Jun 19, 2009
"The OSU Space Cowboys research team has completed their week at Johnson Space Center, including a weightless trip on the Vomit Comet." Read more • Youtube
Students Take 1st and 2nd at AIAA Design Build Fly Competition
Mon, Apr 20, 2009
The OSU black and orange Design Build Fly teams took 1st and 2nd place respectively in AIAA's annual international competition this weekend in Tuscon, Az. Check out the O'Colly article for full details and images!
Balloon Launch
December 2008
Pterosoar-B Autonomous Flight Records
August 27, 2008
A team of OSU aerospace engineering students set two new aviation world records for flight. The team spent 16 hours a day working on creating the
Pterosoar-B. Read more...
FAI world record broken by the Pterosoar
September 14, 2007
Dr. Andy Arena and his aerospace engineering student team, lead by OSU aerospace engineering students Dustin Gamble, Valentin Sanchez
and Ryan Paul set another FAI world record in point and return range mission using a new plane called the “Pterosoar” designed and constructed
at OSU. This was a joint project with Cal State LA, who was responsible for the fuel cell and hydrogen tank system.
MAE Student to present paper on Mars Aircraft at international Congress
July 12, 2007
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics has selected OSU student Johnny Chandler to present a paper on a design for a
Mars aircraft at the 58th International Astronautical Congress in September. Chandler, an undergraduate from Chowchilla, Calif., will travel all
expenses paid to Hyderabad, India, to present the paper, “Design and Flight Testing of a Mars Aircraft Prototype Using Inflatable Wings.” For
more about the aircraft project, visit click here.
Discovery Channel Films Mars Airplane
June 6, 2007
The Discovery Channel filmed the MAE Mars Airplane team on June 5, for an upcoming show. The filming included students working on
the inflatable wings and wind tunnel tests and included two maiden flights of never before flown configurations.
Faculty News
Dr. Fisher named ASHRAE Fellow
Tue, Jul 21, 2009
Dr. Dan Fisher has recently been selected as a Fellow of ASHRAE, recognizing his longstanding and
significant contributions to the field of heating, refrigeration, and air-conditioning.
Dr Arena presented with State of Oklahoma Citation of Congratulations
Fri, May 08, 2009
State Senator Dr. Jim Halligan presented Dr. Andy Arena with a "State of Oklahoma Citation of Congratulations",
recognizing his receiving the 2009 Medal of Excellence in Teaching at a Research University, his profound impact on the success of the aerospace engineering program,
his successful program of students who design, build, and fly in international competitions, and his internationally recognized world records, including one of the
most memorable aeronautic records of 2006 along with Steve Fossett's flight around the world.
Dr Lilley to receive ASME Worcester Reed Warner Medal
Tue, May 05, 2009
Dr. David Lilley has been selected to receive the prestigious ASME Worcester Reed Warner Medal, awarded to an individual
for outstanding contribution to the permanent literature of engineering. Dr. Lilley's citation reads, "for innovative mathematical tools development, through the
fundamental understanding of complex swirl flows, and their use to examine combustion performance, efficiency improvements, fire onset and fire growth in industrial
applications." Formal presentation of the award will be at the President's Luncheon, Nov 16, 2009, during the ASME International M. E. Congress in Orlando, FL.
Dr. Ghajar named Honorary Professor of Xi'an Jiaotong University
May 2009
Dr. Afshin Ghajar will be presented with this award in a special ceremony during his visit there
in July. Xi'an Jiaotong University (XJTU) is one of the top ten universities in China and is ranked number 1 in the field of Energy and Power Engineering. The
Honorary Professorship at Xi'an Jiaotong University is one of the highest positions offered by the university to foreign scholars.
Dr. Komanduri selected as Phoenix Award Recipient
April 2009
Dr. Ranga Komanduri has been selected by the OSU Graduate Student Association to receive the Phoenix Award, recognizing him for his outstanding service as advisor to graduate students.
Dr. Arena selected for Oklahoma Medal of Excellence
February 2009
The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering would like to congratulate Dr. Andy Arena for being selected to receive the 2009 Medal of Excellence
in Research University Teaching, given by the Oklahoma Foundation for Excellence. This is the most prestigious teaching award for higher education in Oklahoma and will
be presented May 16 at the annual Academic Awards Banquet in Norman. Dr. Jamey Jacob and Dr. Eric Price prepared the nomination package. Read More...
Dr. Arena and Dr. Lu selected as AIAA Associate Fellows
Fall 2008
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) has selected Dr. Andy Arena and Dr. Hongbing Lu as AIAA Associate
Fellows. Other AIAA Associate Fellows within the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering are: Dr. Jamey Jacob, Dr. Afshin Ghajar, and Dr. Frank
Chambers. There is also an AIAA Fellow in the Department, Dr. David Lilley.
Dr. Spitler named OSU Regents Professor
August 12, 2008
Dr. Jeff Spitler has been elevated to the rank of OSU Regents Professor, which is the highest professorial rank at OSU. He joins
Drs. Ranga Komanduri, Don Lucca, and Afshin Ghajar as the other MAE faculty members in this elite group of highly accomplished and internationally
recognized faculty members.
MAE Department Welcomes New Faculty
April 17, 2007
The Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering Department is happy to welcome two new professors starting this fall.
Dr. David Rubenstein and Dr. Wei Yin, from Stony Brook University,
are joining the faculty in August. Rubenstein is teaching MAE 3013, Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering Analysis; Yin is teaching MAE 5010.378,
Physiology and Physiological System Analysis, this fall.
Research News
OSU projects attract state funding for commercialization
July 12, 2007
MAE instructor, Lorenzo Cremachi, is one of two OSU instructors who will benefit from state funding of research projects due to the
commercial viability of their studies. Cremaschi won $299,830 to improve compact heat pumps by using michchannel technology. This project was one
of nine that was selected from 43 submitted statewide to the Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology. Albert Rosenberger,
physics, also received funding.
OCAST to help fund five OSU research projects, including MAE's Dr. Hanan
June 6, 2007
The Oklahoma Center for Science and Technology has chosen research projects of five OSU instructors who will benefit from $4 million
in funding over the next three years. Dr. Hanan's project will conduct research a new generation of durable dental crowns.
Click here for more information regarding Hanan's research project.
Student News
Congratulations to Sherri Treat
Wed April 23, 2009
The MAE Department congratulates Sherri Treat for being selected the OSU Student Employee of the Year. Sherri is a junior in Mechanical Engineering and was recognized for her outstanding work in the CEAT Student Services Office.
Sarah Cary, MAE Student Honored for Philanthropy
…at the Women for OSU Leadership and Philanthropy Council’s inaugural symposium on April 23 at the Wes Watkins Center on the OSU Stillwater campus.
Wed April 23, 2009
Women for OSU will recognize Sarah Cary, civil and mechanical engineering junior, as the Student Philanthropist of the Year. The Tulsa native has
demonstrated leadership in philanthropy as Project Manager for Engineers without Borders, which supports
community-driven development projects worldwide through the design and implementation of sustainable engineering projects. She has examined projects in Bolivia and
South Africa and is developing a project in Honduras to build dorms for doctors, dentists and instructors. In addition to this honor, Cary will receive a $2,000 OSU
scholarship.
2009 Goldwater Scholars Announced:
Wed Apr 01, 2009
The MAE Department congratulates Ryan Paul, a senior in aerospace engineering, for being named a 2009 Goldwater Scholar. The Barry M.
Goldwater Scholarship awards highly-qualified students in the fields of Mathematics, Science and Engineering.1 Ryan joins recent MAE Goldwater Scholars Paul Egan and Melinda Hale.
Congratulations to Dhivakar Jeeven Kumar and Ellen Jarrett
March 13, 2009
The Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering Department would like to congratulate MAE graduate student Dhivakar Jeeven Kumar and MAE sophomore Ellen Jarrett; both were recently named winners for the 20th Annual OSU Research Symposium presentations!
Dhivakar Jeeven Kumar, working with Dr. Raman Singh, was selected as the 2nd place winner in the Graduate Posters for Physical Science and Technology. Ellen Jarrett, working with Dr. David Rubenstein, won the second place Undergraduate Poster for the Biomedical Sciences Category.
Congratulations to Michael Bolitho and Johnny Chandler
May 9, 2007
Michael Bolitho and Johnny Chandler competed at the AIAA Region IV Student Competition May 3 and 4. Bolitho received first place in
the Masters Division and will travel to Reno in January for the National Competition. Chandler received second place in the undergraduate
division.
Congratulations to Thomas Hays & Evan Worley
April 20, 2007
Thomas Hays was chosen for the CEAT Dean's Award and Evan Worley was announced as a 2007 outstanding senior. Congratulations!
Dr. Delahoussaye Gets Dunked
As part of CEAT Week Celebrations, students were invited to lunch, which included barbeque goodies, cotton candy and a chance to dunk
their favorite professor. Delahoussaye attracted a large crowd. Dr. Hoberock, Dr. Areana and his graduate class were in attendance.
OSU Mini Baja Team Makes Front Page of O'Colly
The OSU Mini Baja Team was featured on the front-page of March 14th's O'Colly. Click here to read the full story.
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