Applicants for Senior Year Projects

Are you an undergraduate student looking for an engaging and meaningful senior year project in mechanical engineering? I invite motivated teams of at least two or more students to consider working with me on their capstone projects.

Each semester, I update a list of project topics reflecting my current research interests and areas of expertise – these topics are prepared in advance for the following semester. You can find the updated list posted on the Canvas page of the Department of Mechanical Engineering. I encourage you to browse these options and see if any align with your aspirations.

In addition to the topics I propose, I am open to advising student teams who wish to explore their own ideas, provided the subject matter falls within my field of expertise and captures my interest. In particular, if your project falls within the areas of controls, vibrations, electromechanical systems, or mechatronic systems, it is well aligned with my primary expertise and interests. If you and your teammates have a project concept you are passionate about, I encourage you to reach out.

Please note: Selection decisions for projects beginning in the following semester are typically made before the end of the current semester. Therefore, I encourage interested students to apply in a timely manner to ensure full consideration. To be considered, please contact me either in person or via email to receive the online application form.

I expect all students seeking to work with me to bring a full commitment to their project – just as I will be wholly dedicated to supporting your team’s success. To ensure a smooth experience and steady progress toward your project’s goals, I will meet with each team on a weekly basis throughout the semester.

I look forward to learning about your ideas and working together to make your senior year project a truly rewarding experience.

Applicants for Graduate Theses or Projects

Choosing a graduate thesis or project topic is a delicate process—one that benefits from open conversation and careful planning. Please feel free to reach out to me in person or via email. As a graduate student, you bring valuable experience and a clear sense of your professional goals, so it’s important that your research not only connects with my expertise but also supports your career ambitions. I strongly encourage applied research topics, especially those related to my core interests in controls, vibrations, electromechanical systems, or mechatronic systems.

Because of the delicate nature of this decision, I make it a priority to meet with you to discuss and refine your ideas together. I value your input greatly and am here to provide research guidance from my expertise. Through this collaborative approach, we’ll tailor the project scope to strike the right balance between feasibility and intellectual depth. My aim is that your graduate research will be relevant, rigorous, and serve as a strong steppingstone for your future. I look forward to these discussions and to working together on a project that is both challenging and rewarding.