Subject: Postgraduate Scholarship - Australia
From: bilston@tiny.me.su.oz.au (Lynne E. Bilston)
Date: Sun, 12 Jan 97 23:51:58 GMT
POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIP
NECK INJURY BIOMECHANICS
Department of Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering
University of Sydney
A postgraduate scholarship (PhD) is available for 3 years in the area of neck
injury biomechanics. The research project will include engineering design and
testing of an improved crash test dummy neck, computer modelling of the
design, and an investigation of the design aspects of vehicle head restraints
which affect neck injury in motor vehicle accidents. The scholarship is being
funded by an Australian Research Council Postgraduate Award (Industry),
General Motors Holden Automotive, and the NSW Road and Traffic Authority. The
stipend will be approximately A$20,000 (tax free) and is available starting
February 1 1997.
Applicants should have a bachelors degree in mechanical or biomedical
engineering with honours, or equivalent and must be Australian citizens or
permanent residents.
Further information is available from:
Dr Lynne Bilston
Department of Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering
Building J07, University of Sydney, NSW, 2006
AUSTRALIA
Tel (02) 9351-2344
Fax (02) 9351-7060
email: bilston@tiny.me.su.oz.au
Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a certified copy of your
undergraduate transcript, a description of your research interests, and
confirmation of Australian citizenship or permanent resident status. They
should be sent to Dr Bilston at the above address. Closing date: January 31st
1997.
__________________________________________________________________________
Lynne E. Bilston, PhD
Department of Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering Tel (02) 351-2344
Room 311, Building J07 Fax (02) 351-7060
University of Sydney, N.S.W., 2006 bilston@tiny.me.su.oz.au
AUSTRALIA http://www.me.su.oz.au/staff/bilston.html
__________________________________________________________________________
Subject: ANNOUNCEMENT FOR International Workshop on Modelling of Metal Powder Forming Processes
From: Christophe Martin
Date: Mon, 13 Jan 1997 12:15:31 -0800
ANNOUNCEMENT FOR
International Workshop on Modelling
of Metal Powder Forming Processes
http://www-gpm2.grenet.fr/news/pm_mod/
Grenoble, France
21 - 23 July 1997
This meeting will focus on the numerical modelling of metal powder
forming via cold and hot compaction. It is intended to conclude a
three-year International Programme which was formed originally at PM' 94
in Paris to evaluate the procedures and facilities involved in both
modelling and experimentation of selected benchmark problems.
Emphasis will be laid on the processes and materials considered in this
programme, which deals with die compaction of iron powders and hot
isostatic pressing of stainless steel powder. However others processes -
such as free sintering, sinter-forging, etc. - and other materials,
including ceramics, are also relevant.
More informations on this workshop on
http://www-gpm2.grenet.fr/news/pm_mod/
Subject: Process Control Short Course for Industry
From: cooper@eng2.uconn.edu (Doug Cooper)
Date: 13 Jan 1997 12:42:04 GMT
*********************************************
***** Two Day Short Course for Industry *****
"A Practical Approach to Process Control"
March 17 & 18, 1997
June 23 & 24, 1997
The University of Connecticut at Storrs
by Prof. Doug Cooper
********************************************
This course has been offered many times over the last five
years. Written comments by past participants include:
- "I learned concepts which will help me greatly in my job"
- "[Doug Cooper] is very knowledgeable...[His] teaching
style stimulated my interest"
- "The software was easy - and even fun - to use"
- "I will make sure my co-workers attend the next course"
Course Description ********************
This two day course gives you intensive hands-on
training in modern methods and practices of automatic
process control. Rather than lectures filled with
complicated mathematics and puzzling plots, this course
puts you in front of a computer where you face real-world
control challenges.
At the computer, you enter a simulated environment of
a control room in a production facility. There, you run
experiments on several processes, animated in color-
graphic display, to obtain measurement data. You will
learn proven methods for modeling this data for controller
design and tuning. And you will follow through and
implement and test your controller designs to gain hands-
on experience in set point tracking and disturbance
rejection. In fact, you will "test drive" each of the
concepts discussed in the short course using the software.
Who Will Benefit ********************
Operators and Technicians who use automatic control
systems in their jobs. You will learn the basics of
process control and gain exposure to advanced topics.
Engineers who have production, design or research
responsibility. You will learn modern methods for
assessing control loop capability and for designing and
tuning control loops from basic applications up through
advanced strategies.
Managers and Supervisors who supervise engineer, operator,
and technician practitioners. You will strengthen your
background in this important subject, thus improving
your companies competitiveness and profitability.
2-Day Outline ********************
Day 1:
- Fundamentals of Process Dynamics and Control
- Fitting Process Models to Plant Data
- Using Process Models for Controller Tuning
- Tuning of P-Only, PI, PD, and PID Controllers
Day 2:
- Tuning PID Controllers in Industrial Applications
- Cascade Control Design and Implementation
- Feed Forward and Decoupling Control
- Parameter Scheduling and Adaptive Control
Short Course Software ********************
The computer software used in this short course is the
Process Identification and Control Loop Explorer System.
This software is well-proven and time tested. In fact, it
is currently being used in more than 100 college-level
process control courses around the world.
The software offers a virtual world of processes and
controllers for hands-on experimentation and study.
Processes available to demonstrate short course concepts
include: level control of a tank, temperature control of
a heat exchanger, concentration control of a reactor and
purity control of a distillation column.
About the Instructor ********************
Prof. Doug Cooper of the Chemical Engineering Department
at the University of Connecticut, has been teaching and
directing research in control for fifteen years. The goal
of his research is the development of advanced control
systems which are easy for practitioners to use. Recent
efforts have focused on how neural networks can
contribute to this goal.
Industrial and laboratory applications he has studied
include fluidized bed incineration, injection molding,
distillation, heat exchange and surge tank control. Doug's
past experience as an industrial practitioner sparked his
interest in teaching process control from a real world
perspective. This interest ultimately led him to author
the popular Picles and Digest process control software.
Price ********************
The registration fee for the short course is $795 and
includes a workbook with over 150 pages of course material.
For More Information, Contact ********************
Prof. Doug Cooper
Chemical Engineering Dept., U-222
University of Connecticut
Storrs CT 06269-3222
Phone: (860) 486-4092
Fax: (860) 486-2959
E-mail: cooper@eng2.uconn.edu
*****************************************************
News Group Registration Form
"A Practical Approach to Process Control"
Held at the Beautiful
University of Connecticut Storrs Campus
8:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Check One:
____March 17 & 18, 1997
____June 23 & 24, 1997
Name:___________________________________________
Title:_____________________________________________
Organization Name:__________________________________________
Address:____________________________________________________
City:_________________State:_____________Zip:_______________
Business Phone:______________________________________
Business Fax:________________________________________
E-Mail:______________________________________________
Mail completed form and check or purchase order for $795,
payable to The UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT, to:
Prof. Doug Cooper
Chemical Engineering Dept.
University of Connecticut, U-222
Storrs CT 06269-3222
Phone: (860) 486-4092
Fax: (860) 486-2959
E-mail: cooper@eng2.uconn.edu
Subject: US-NC Project Engineer: Hydraulic System Design
From: nccgn@aol.com (Nc cgn)
Date: 13 Jan 1997 15:52:41 GMT
CGN s North Carolina operations has the following opportunity available:
Positions (1): Project Engineer-Hydraulic Systems
Location: Central North Carolina
Description: Responsible for the development and analysis of
reliability and cost saving ideas to improve a vehicle hydraulic system.
Will travel to foreign and domestic plants, dealerships, and customer job
sites to solve design problems or to field test locations to evaluate a
hydraulic system improvements. Also responsible for resolving
manufacturing problems and working with various teams. Emphasis is
providing new innovative design concepts and any other assignments that
improves the hydraulic system.
Skills and Educational Requirements: Seeking candidates with 3-5 years of
industry experience, preferably with hydraulic engineering experience.
Need to have a good mechanical aptitude and Pro/E experience.
CGN & Associates, Inc. is a provider of Strategic Technology Resources and
Products. We offer full-time positions with excellent compensation and
benefits.
For more information please visit our web site at www.cgn.org.
For Immediate Consideration, Please Submit Resumes To:
CGN & Associates, Inc.
Attn: Technical Recruiter
125 Edinburgh South, Suite 220
Cary, NC 27511
919-462-0434 voice 919-462-0133 fax
Subject: US-NC Project Engineer: Supplier Quality, Manufacturing, Fabrication
From: nccgn@aol.com (Nc cgn)
Date: 13 Jan 1997 15:41:45 GMT
CGN s North Carolina operations has the following opportunity available:
Positions (1): Project Engineer-Supplier Quality
Location: Central North Carolina
Description: Participation in CPPD activities, supplier quality
certification, validating supplier manufacturing processes, and
investigating potential cost reduction opportunities for production
material.
Skills and Educational Requirements: Seeking candidates with 3-5 years of
industry experience, preferably with prior manufacturing experience in
hydraulics. Aptitude to evaluate supplier manufacturing processes in
areas of hydraulics and fabrication. Experience in light and/or heavy
fabrication. BS/MS Engineering degree required.
CGN & Associates, Inc. is a provider of Strategic Technology Resources and
Products. We offer full-time positions with excellent compensation and
benefits.
For more information please visit our web site at www.cgn.org.
For Immediate Consideration, Please Submit Resumes To:
CGN & Associates, Inc.
Attn: Technical Recruiter
125 Edinburgh South, Suite 220
Cary, NC 27511
919-462-0434 voice 919-462-0133 fax
Subject: US-NC Project Engineer-Powertrain Design - Pro/Engineer
From: nccgn@aol.com (Nc cgn)
Date: 13 Jan 1997 15:29:43 GMT
CGN s North Carolina operations has the following opportunity available:
Positions (1): Project Engineer
Location: Central North Carolina
Description: Powertrain System Design
Skills and Educational Requirements: Seeking candidates with 2-5 years of
industry experience. Geo Tolerancing and layout experience. Aptitude for
mechanical controls. Must possess excellent communication and
organizational skills. Experience with Pro/Engineer preferred.
CGN & Associates, Inc. is a provider of Strategic Technology Resources and
Products. We offer full-time positions with excellent compensation and
benefits.
For more information please visit our web site at www.cgn.org.
For Immediate Consideration, Please Submit Resumes To:
CGN & Associates, Inc.
Attn: Technical Recruiter
125 Edinburgh South, Suite 220
Cary, NC 27511
919-462-0434 voice 919-462-0133 fax
Subject: Re: WTB: Personal FORTRAN 77 compiler (DOS)
From: klingener@aol.com
Date: 13 Jan 1997 17:17:55 GMT
First, I wrote:
>:Check out www.lahey.com or call them at (702) 831-2500. Lahey might
>:still sell their personal F77, but you can download a streamlined
>:Essential Lahey Fortran 90 (Elf90) from their website, or they'll sell
you
>:an ed. package of it for $79 (I think). A lot of the old, bad stuff has
>:been stripped out of Elf90, so it probably won't run F77 stuff. But
don't
>:take my word for it.
Then In article <5b5vm1$vv8@netnews.upenn.edu>, george@mech.seas.upenn.edu
( George Jefferson ) writes:
>
>Is this true? I find it hard to believe that F90 isn't completely
>backwards compatable with standard F77 as well as most
>common extensions. If I cant use my old code I might as well
>switch to C.
>
Gosh. I just try to help, and I end up doing more damage. :-( As I
understand it, Lahey has at least two f90 products. The one I talked
about (cheap/free Elf90) is intended for the educational market, and as
such, it includes only those features required to support what is today
considered good programming practice for new applications. It
specifically does not have features thought to support bad habits.
Their regular f90 presumably has the features required to make it viable
in the real compiler market. But don't take my word for it. Check out
their website.
---------------------------------------------
Fred Klingener
Brock Engineering PC, Roxbury CT
klingener@aol.com
---------------------------------------------
Subject: Re: EIT EXAM
From: Don't_Spam_Me@I_Hate_Spam.com (M. Lyle, PE)
Date: Mon, 13 Jan 1997 16:37:46 GMT
VENABLE@cemr.wvu.edu (Wallace Venable) wrote:
>I would agree that the Boards, NCEES, and NSPE have lobbied
> to stengthen the registration requirements, but I have seen nothing that makes
> me believe they have tried to make it harder to become registered, except for
> attempts to bar "non-ABET" degree holders from attempting the exam. Many (not
> most) science and technology degree holders CAN pass the exams if permitted to
> try, and should be allowed to do so.
> -- Wallace Venable, P.E.
-----
Thank you, Wallace ...
I am an ABET, BSEET graduate ... and passed the EIT on first attempt
..
Why don't you go talk to the people on the board in SC, KY and TN?
They still need convincing.
--------------
M. H. Lyle, PE
Don't_Spam_Me@I_Hate_Spam.com
"Of course that's just my opinion, I could be wrong." Dennis Miller
Subject: compressor for hydrogen service
From: John Leland
Date: Mon, 13 Jan 1997 10:09:11 -0800
I'm looking for a small compressor for hydrogen service, and
wondered if anyone could recommend an appropriate unit. The
parameters are fairly straightforward:
inlet pressure: 0-1 psig
inlet temperature: 70-100 degrees F.
discharge pressure: 120 psig
discharge temperature: doesn't matter; can be hot
flow rate: 1-2 scfm
What complicates this application is that the compressor will be
skid-mounted, and the skid will be located on a rather bouncy,
springy structure. We have had a diaphragm compressor made by
PDC in this application, and it did not seem to be able to tolerate
the vibration it itself induced in the structure: head bolts kept
breaking, possibly due to vibration-induced loosening. (The PDC
compressor worked fine on a solid base.) Perhaps a small
reciprocating type of compressor would operate at higher rpm
with less rotating mass? Alternatively, vibration isolation of the
PDC unit might be the answer, but I'm uncertain as to how much
that would help on a springy structure.
Would appreciate e-mail versus newsgroup responses - my news
feed is often spotty.
Multitudinous TIA, John Leland
jleland@peak.org
Subject: Mechanical Properties of Brain and Head Tissues
From: Ariel
Date: Mon, 13 Jan 1997 18:27:19 GMT
Hello
I’m working on a mechanical FEM model of the head and brain for analysis
of impact to the head.
Therefor I’m interested in the mechanical properties of head tissues and
especially of the brain tissues ,which are not well defined in published
literature.
I am familiar with the work of:
1) L. Z. Shuck & S. H. Advani: "Rheological Response ot Human Brain
Tissue in Shear" (1972)
2) J. E. Galford & J. H. McElhany: "A Viscoelastic study of scalp,
brain and dura" (1970)
3) J. H. McElhaney and co-workers: "Dynamic Characteristics of the
tissues of the head" (1973)
I’m looking for some new test result (preferably using Ultrasound
equipment).
I’m also familiar with the recently published review in Med. & Bio. Eng.
& Comp. Of September 1996: "Finite-element models of the human head", by
L. Voo, S. Kumaresan and co-workers.
In view of all the above, I would be grateful to get any other source of
mechanical properties of brain and head tissues, especially new ones and
even of non impact related.
Actually I will be happy to get any direction to experimental results on
this matter.
Thanks in advance for the help.
Arik
