Education
- BS in Mechanical Engineering, University of Washington
- BA in Physics, University of Washington
- BA in Mathematics, University of Washington
Recognition
- US patents:
- Chain link sharpening method and apparatus (US 8,746,118)
- High speed harvester cutting chain (US 6,374,716)
- Sprocket nose (US D731,276)
- Member, Tau Beta Pi
Interests / Obsessions
- Family
- Bicycling
- Being in the mountains
- Woodworking
- Building things
Favorite Quote
“Education is when you read fine print. Experience is what you get if you don’t.”
– Pete Seegar
Expertise
- Designing mechanical components of new products
- Performing Finite Elements Analysis
- Designing for Six Sigma
- Performing statistical analysis using: DOE, SPC and reliability analysis
- Stamping, forming, and heat treatment of steel components
- Designing test equipment
- Managing projects
Experience
- 30+ year of engineering design, analysis, and product development
- Developed testing for 3D printing subsystems including equipment design, test administration, and data analysis
- Designed 3D printer components including structural components and heating elements
- Developed and implemented revolutionary new mechanical harvester guide bar
- Developed patented harvester saw chain design that increased cutting speed 35%
- Designed and implemented production machinery
Software: Design Complete
Hardware: Pre-production units for design verification
MFG. Readiness: CM schedule and budget, Unit build tracking