Title:  Development of Workpiece Material and Friction Models for Simulation of Machining of Aerospace Alloys

This study is an initiative to characterize workpiece material and friction properties in dry machining of aerospace alloys. Machining of difficult-to-cut aerospace alloys and materials is a challenging process and desired part quality (surface finish and tolerance) requirements are tough to achieve with conventional machinery due to process stability problems associated with rigidity, vibrations and wear behavior of cutting tools. This research study aims to develop novel, robust and reliable workpiece material and friction models and data for enhancing performance and reliability of Finite Element simulations. This research is sponsored by New Jersey Space Grant Consortium, Industry-University Research Program
 

Title:  Laser Precision Micro Machining

Exciting opportunities with laser precision micro machining are explored in ISE laboratories including novel applications in microphotonic and biomedical device fabrication. ISE faculty develop robust process models integrating continuum and atomistic models with advanced computational techniques to predict the quality of resulting parts.
 

Title:    Designing Client-Server Information Processing Systems

An important competitive objective is to minimize response times in client-server systems, such as ATMs or e-commerce websites. ISE faculty develop performance prediction methodology based in simulation and analytic queueing theory to resolve network design decisions such as workload allocation and utilize resources to deliver the best performance possible.
 

Title:    Computer Integration of Food Manufacturing Processes

A factory for the demonstration of advanced technologies in food manufacturing has been implemented at Rutgers University. The factory is a 30,000 sq. ft. USDA approved facility. It is co-sponsored by the Defense Logistics Agency and the Center for Advanced Food Technology. ISE students and faculty implement control systems, information systems, and quality engineering. Click here for a virtual plant tour.
 

Title:    Layered Manufacturing

A multidisciplinary effort, with support from the Office of Naval Research and industry is underway to develop state-of-the-art layered manufacturing technology where multiple materials are deposited, layer by layer, to fabricate complex parts. ISE faculty develop on-line process monitoring systems using optical imaging and sophisticated analytic techniques to ensure the quality of the product, this research is sponsored by the office of Naval Research.
 

Title:    Multivariate Statistical Process Control

Significant improvement in machine utilization and savings in raw materials can be realized by reducing the startup phase in automated batch processing. By combining multivariate statistical models and non-linear optimization, ISE faculty use data from on-line sensors and off-line product testing to reduce waste and improve quality in the medical device industry.
 

Title:    Innovative Sheet Formed Patterns

New geometric theory generates repetitive folding patterns that transforms sheet material into intricate polygonal structures, folded sheets with remarkable properties. By devising a manufacturing process to fold the sheets and designing products that take advantage of the properties, ISE faculty are transforming mathematical theory into innovative applications. This research is sponsored by the National Science Foundation and the New Jersey Science and Technology Commission.
 

Title:    Real Time Control of Flexible Manufacturing Systems

Exploiting the alternative machining and sequencing offered by flexible manufacturing cells, ISE faculty are developing new architectures for real time supervisory control. Using finite automata and colored Petri nets as formalisms, control programs, that include real time scheduling are being developed to insure efficient and deadlock-free control. This research is sponsored by the National Science Foundation.