Congratulations to Zane for successfully defending his Master’s thesis titled “Topology Optimization for Weldment Structures Using Bezier Curve-Based Cold-Formed Members.”
SMSD applauds Zane’s achievement and sends him best wishes for continued success in his future pursuits.
Chris Douglas Publication in Journal of Engineering and Applied Science
Chris recently had his paper published to the Journal of Engineering and Applied Science. His paper is titled “Packing optimization of practical systems using a dynamic acceleration methodology”. Congratulations Chris!
Link to paper: Packing optimization of practical systems using a dynamic acceleration methodology
Ben Sinek Defends Thesis
Congratulations to Ben for a successful defence of his paper titled “Multi-Physics Multi-Material Topology Optimization for Minimum Compliance Problems with Thermal and Structural Considerations”!
Wishing Ben luck as he takes on new challenges and future endeavours.
Connor Moffatt Publication in ASME Journal of Mechanical Design
Connor recently had his paper published to the ASME Journal of Mechanical Design. His paper is titled “Thermally Driven Multi-Objective Packing Optimization Using Acceleration Fields”. Congratulations Connor!
Link to paper: Thermally Driven MOPO Using Acceleration Fields
Noah Ray Publication in Rapid Prototyping Journal
Noah recently had his paper published to the Rapid Prototyping Journal. His paper is titled “Fiber reinforced additive manufacturing: structurally motivated print orientation and sequential topology optimization of anisotropic material”. Congratulations Noah!
Link to paper: Fiber reinforced additive manufacturing
Dylan Eisen Defends Thesis
We are thrilled to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Dylan Eisen for the successful defense of his thesis titled: “Multi-domain multi-material topology optimization of a roller coaster vehicle bogie subject to multi-axial fatigue constraints.” The committee commended Dylan for the exceptional reception of his research.
Over the past two years, Dylan has been an invaluable part of our SMSD family, and it has been a pleasure to collaborate with him. We extend our best wishes to Dylan as he embarks on the next phase of his professional journey.
Olivia Blair Defends Thesis
Congratulations to Olivia for a successful defense of her thesis titled: “Integrated multi-material topology optimization and packaging optimization using a component-existence model.”
We have thoroughly enjoyed working with Olivia over the past 2 years and wish her the best of luck with her future endeavors.
Melissa Young Begins Position at LSI Solutions
Congratulations to Melissa Young for starting a new position as a product design engineer for LSI Solutions; specializing in products for minimally invasive surgeries to improve patient outcomes.
Wishing you all the best in this exciting new chapter of your career. May it be filled with growth, learning, and many achievements.
Wesley Dossett Defends Thesis.
Congratulations to Wesley for a successful defence of his paper titled “Machine learning methods for sound power minimization”!
The SMSD lab wishes you all the best and looks forward to witnessing your continued success in your professional journey.
SMSD Member Scholarships and Awards 2023
Congratulations to three SMSD members on receiving awards in the 2023-2024 academic year!!
Daniel Tameer : Ontario Graduate Scholarship Award.
Giovanni D’Ambrosio: The Norma Nugent Graduate Award.
Ben Hronowsky: Ontario Graduate Scholarship Award.