Dr. Tamer Wasfy Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering ...

Tamer M. Wasfy
Dr. Tamer Wasfy
Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI)
Education
• 1994, Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Columbia University, New York.
• 1993, M.Phil., Mechanical Engineering, Columbia University, New York.
• 1990, MS., Materials Engineering, American University in Cairo, Cairo, Egypt.
• 1989, BS., Mechanical Engineering (Minor in Business Administration), American University in Cairo,
Cairo, Egypt.
Positions Held at IUPUI
• 2009-Present, Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering.
Other Positions
• 1998-Present, Chairman & Founder, Advanced Science and Automation Corp.
• 1998-2009, President, Advanced Science and Automation Corp.
• 1995-1998, Research Scientist, Center for Advanced Computational Technology, University of Virginia,
NASA Langley Research Center.
• 1994-1995, Post-Doctoral Fellow, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Columbia University.
• 1992-1993, Research and Teaching Assistant, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Columbia
University.
• 1989-1991, Teaching Assistant, Department of Engineering, American University in Cairo.
Areas of Expertise
• The finite element method. • Computer aided design.
• Flexible multibody dynamics. • Fuzzy logic.
• Control of flexible multibody systems/articulated space structures. • Design optimization.
• Frictional contact/impact. • Neural networks.
• Structural dynamics and vibrations. • Expert systems.
• Continuum mechanics. • PC based industrial automation.
• Computational fluid dynamics and heat transfer. • Computer vision systems.
• Computer graphics / Virtual-Reality.
Courses Taught at IUPUI
ME 563, Mechanical Vibrations
ME 472, Vibration Analysis
ME 372, Mechanical Design II
ME 330, Modeling and Analysis of Dynamic Systems
Research Interests
• Computational mechanics: Finite element method and particle method with applications to:
o Flexible multibody dynamics (including frictional contact-impact, thermal effects and
controllers).
o Computational fluid dynamics, including compressible fluids, incompressible fluids and semifluids
(such as soils).
o Fluid-structure interaction.
o MEMS.
o Bio-mechanics.
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o Molecular dynamics.
• Object-oriented virtual environments for collaborative product design and visualization of mechanical
and aerospace systems.
General Summary
Dr. Wasfy’s two main research areas are: (1) computational mechanics (for modeling complex multibody
systems such as full-ground vehicles that can include multiple model scales and multiple solution fields such
as fluid-structure interaction); (2) application of virtual-reality, multimedia and artificial-intelligence to
engineering and e-learning. Dr. Wasfy developed state-of-the-art software tools related to those research
areas that are commercialized by Advanced Science and Automation Corp., a company that he founded in
1998. In computational mechanics Dr. Wasfy developed accurate and robust techniques for modeling: beam,
shell and solid type flexible bodies; rigid bodies; kinematic joints; frictional contact (including contact
detection); compressible & incompressible fluid flow; free-surface fluid flow; and fluid-structure interaction.
Dr. Wasfy applied those modeling techniques to many practical applications including: tracked/wheeled
ground vehicles; tanker trucks; automotive and industrial belt-drives; and large articulated space structures.
Current Projects
1. High-fidelity multibody dynamics modeling of mechanical systems that include one or more of the
following components: gears (spur, helical and bevel); cams, chains; V and flat belts; timing belts; belt
CVTs; chain CVTs; toroidal CVTs; spatial beams, spatial shells, and 3D flexible solid bodies. The
models include the effects of component flexibility, accurate normal contact between spatial surfaces
and Coulomb friction. The models can be used in many practical applications such as: gear boxes, CVTs
and internal combustion engines.
2. Time accurate modeling of flexible multibody dynamics coupled with fluid flow with applications to:
a. Fixed wing airplanes including wing flutter and flow around the landing gear.
b. Rotorcrafts (rotor/drive-train dynamics coupled with fluid-flow around the rotor).
c. Flapping wing airplanes.
d. Wind turbines.
e. Flight of birds and insects.
f. Swimming of marine animals.
g. Ground vehicles (coupled aerodynamics - multibody dynamics).
h. Sloshing in liquid filled tanks carried by trucks, airplanes, marine tankers and satellites.
i. Flow around submarines, ships and floating platforms.
j. Modeling ship propellers.
k. Stage/store separation for rockets/airplanes.
l. Modeling blast effects for structures and vehicles.
m. Tire/track soft terrain (mud, snow, sand and wet pavement) interaction.
n. Impact of sea waves on structures.
o. Parachute deployment.
3. Application of multibody dynamics modeling techniques to molecular dynamics.
Honors and Awards
• Best Paper Award ‘Applications’, for the paper: “Virtual training environment for a 3-axis CNC milling
machine,” 25 th Computers and Information in Engineering Conference, American Society of Mechanical
Engineers, 2005.
• Best Paper Award in Virtual Environments and Systems, for the paper “Strategy for effective
visualization of CFD datasets in Virtual Environments,” 23 rd Computers and Information in Engineering
Conference, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, 2003.
• Fellowship in Mechanical Engineering, Columbia University, 1993-1994.
Professional Affiliations
• Member, American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).
• Member, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA).
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• Member, American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE).
• Member, Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE).
Journal Papers
1. Wasfy, T.M., O’Kins, J. and Smith, S., “Experimental Validation of a Coupled Fluid-Multibody
Dynamics Model for Tanker Trucks,” SAE International Journal of Commercial Vehicles, Vol. 1(1), pp.
71-88, 2008.
2. Wasfy, T.M., O’Kins, J. and Smith, S., “Experimental Validation of a Time-Accurate Finite Element
Model for Coupled Multibody Dynamics and Liquid Sloshing,” Document Number: 2007-01-0139, SAE
2007 Transactions, Journal of Passenger Cars: Mechanical Systems, April 2008.
3. Leamy, M.J. and Wasfy, T.M., “Dynamic modeling of timing belt frictional contact using an explicit
finite element formulation,” Document No. 2005-01-0503, SAE 2005 Transactions, Journal of Engines,
pp. 605-610, February 2006.
4. Leamy, M.J. and Wasfy, T.M., “Time-accurate finite element modeling of the transient, steady-state, and
frequency responses of serpentine and timing belt-drives,” International Journal of Vehicle Design, Vol.
39(3), Special Issue on Belt Drives and CVT in Vehicle Applications: New Concepts and Trends, pp.
272-297, 2005.
5. Wasfy, H.M, Wasfy, T.M. and Noor, A.K., “An interrogative visualization environment for large-scale
engineering simulations,” Advances in Engineering Software, Vol. 35(12), pp. 805-813, 2004.
6. Wasfy, A.M., Wasfy, T.M. and Noor, A.K., “Intelligent virtual environment for process training,”
Advances in Engineering Software, Vol. 35(6), pp. 337-355, 2004.
7. Wasfy, T.M. and Noor, A.K., “Computational strategies for flexible multibody systems,” ASME Applied
Mechanics Reviews, Vol. 56(6), pp. 553-613, 2003.
8. Leamy, M.J. and Wasfy, T.M., “Transient and steady-state dynamic finite element modeling of beltdrives,”
ASME Journal of Dynamics Systems, Measurement, and Control, Vol. 124(4), pp. 575-581,
2002.
9. Leamy, M.J. and Wasfy, T.M., “Analysis of belt-drive mechanics using a creep-rate dependent friction
law,” ASME Journal of Applied Mechanics, Vol. 69(6), pp. 763-771, 2002.
10. Wasfy, T.M. and Noor, A.K., “Rule-based natural-language interface for virtual environments,”
Advances in Engineering Software, Vol. 33(3), pp. 155-168, 2002.
11. Wasfy, T.M. and Noor, A.K., “Visualization of CFD results in immersive virtual environments,”
Advances in Engineering Software, Vol. 32, pp. 717-730, 2001.
12. Leamy, M.J., Noor, A.K., and Wasfy, T.M., “Sensitivity analysis of bare-wire space tether systems,”
Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering, Vol. 190, pp. 5495-5503, 2001.
13. Noor, A.K. and Wasfy, T.M, “Simulation of physical experiments in immersive virtual environments,”
Engineering Computations, Vol. 18(3-4), pp. 515-538, 2001.
14. Leamy, M.J., Noor, A.K., and Wasfy, T.M., “Dynamic simulation of a space tethered-satellite system,”
Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering, Vol. 190(37-38), pp. 4847-4870, June 2001.
15. Wasfy, T.M. and Noor, A.K., “Object-oriented virtual reality environment for visualization of flexible
multibody systems,” Advances in Engineering Software, Vol. 32(4), pp. 295-315, March 2001.
16. Wasfy, T.M. and Noor, A.K., “Multibody dynamic simulation of the next generation space telescope
using finite elements and fuzzy sets,” Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering, Vol.
190(5-7), pp.803-824, November 2000.
17. Wasfy, T.M. and Noor, A.K., “Application of fuzzy sets to transient analysis of space structures,” Finite
Elements in Analysis and Design, Vol. 29(3-4), pp. 153-171, 1998.
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18. Wasfy, T.M. and Noor, A.K., “Finite element analysis of flexible multibody systems with fuzzy
parameters,” Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering, Vol. 160(3-4), pp. 223-244,
1998.
19. Wasfy, T.M., West, A.C. and Modi, V., “Parallel finite element computations of unsteady
incompressible flows,” International Journal for Numerical Methods in Fluids, Vol. 26(1), pp. 17-37,
1998.
20. Wasfy, T.M. and Noor, A.K., “Computational procedure for simulating the contact/impact response in
flexible multibody systems,” Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering, Vol. 147(1-2),
pp. 153-166, 1997.
21. Wasfy, T.M. and Noor, A.K., “Modeling and sensitivity analysis of multibody systems using new solid,
shell and beam elements,” Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering, Vol. 138(1-4)
(25 th Anniversary Issue), pp. 187-211, 1996.
22. Wasfy, T.M., “A torsional spring-like beam element for the dynamic analysis of flexible multibody
systems,” International Journal for Numerical Methods in Engineering, Vol. 39(7), pp. 1079-1096,
1996.
Conference Papers and Presentations
1. H. El-Mounayri, T. Wasfy, E. Fernandez, C. Feldhaus, and S. Lang, “Assessment of a dual-credit online
course for STEM pathways,” ASEE 2010 Global Colloquium on Engineering Education, Singapore,
Oct. 18-21, 2010.
2. Jayakumar, P., and Wasfy, T.M., “Multibody dynamic simulation: comparing a finite element software
solution to a rigid-body dynamic software solution,” 2010 NDIA Ground Vehicle Systems Engineering
and Technology Symposium, Dearborn, MI, August 2010.
3. Wasfy, T.M., and O’Kins, J., “Finite Element Modeling of the Dynamic Response of Tracked Vehicles,”
7 th International Conference on Multibody Systems, Nonlinear Dynamics, and Control, San Diego, CA,
August 2009.
4. Wasfy, T.M., Wasfy, H.M. and Peters, J.M., “On-line University Physics Course using Intelligent
Virtual-Tutors, Virtual-Reality and Advanced Multimedia,” ASME DETC2009-86755, 29 th Computers
and Information in Engineering Conference, San Diego, CA, August 2009.
5. El-Mounayri, H., Fernandez, E., and Wasfy, T., “Innovative Virtual Reality Environment for Online
Delivery of Advanced Manufacturing Curriculum: Development, Certification, and Assessment,”
IMECE2008-69147, 2008 ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition,
National ASEE conference, Boston, MA, November 2008.
6. Wasfy, T.M., O’Kins, J. and Smith, S., “Experimental Validation of a Coupled Fluid-Multibody
Dynamics Model for Tanker Trucks,” Paper No. 2008-01-0777, SAE 2008 Congress, Detroit, MI, April
2008.
7. El-Mounayri, H., Wasfy, T., Fernandez, E., and Peters, J., “Innovative online Course using an Integrated
Virtual reality based e-learning tool with course management tool”, International Joint Conferences on
Computer, Information, and Systems Sciences, and Engineering (CIS2E 07), EIAE (International
Conference on Engineering Education, Instructional Technology, Assessment, and E-learning (EIAE
07), On-line conference, December 2007.
8. Wasfy, T.M., O’Kins, J. and Smith, S., “Experimental Validation of a Time-Accurate Finite Element
Model for Coupled Multibody Dynamics and Liquid Sloshing,” Paper No. 2007-01-0139, SAE 2007
Congress, Detroit, MI, April 2007.
9. Wasfy, T.M. and Wasfy, H.M., “Object-oriented environment for dynamic finite element modeling of
tires and suspension systems,” IMECE2006-13848, 2006 Mechanical Engineering Congress and
Exposition Conference, Chicago, IL, November 5-10, 2006.
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10. Wasfy, H.M. and Wasfy, T.M., “Zero dimensional model for the growth of heterogeneous gas bubbles,”
IMECE2006-15815, 2006 Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition Conference, Chicago, IL,
November 5-10, 2006.
11. Wasfy, T.M., “LEA: advanced environment for multimedia and virtual-reality web-based education and
training,” DETC2006-99292, 26 th Computers and Information in Engineering (CIE) Conference, ASME
DETC, Philadelphia, PA, September 2006.
12. Wasfy, T.M., “Object-oriented modeling environment for simulating flexible multibody systems and
liquid-sloshing,” DETC2006-99245, 26 th Computers and Information in Engineering (CIE) Conference,
ASME DETC, Philadelphia, PA, September 2006.
13. Wasfy, T.M., “Finite element modeling of coupled flexible multibody dynamics and liquid sloshing,”
DETC2006-99243, 30 th Annual Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, ASME DETC, Philadelphia, PA,
September 2006.
14. Wasfy, T.M., Wasfy, A.M., El-Mounayri, H., and Aw, D., “Virtual training environment for a 3-axis
CNC milling machine,” DETC2005-84689 (Best paper award ‘Applications’), 25 th Computers and
Information in Engineering (CIE) Conference, ASME DETC, Long Beach, CA, September 2005.
15. Wasfy, A.M., Wasfy, T.M., El-Mounayri, H., and Aw, D., “Web-based multimedia lecture delivery
system with text-to-speech and virtual instructors,” ASME DETC2005-84692, 25 th Computers and
Information in Engineering (CIE) Conference, Long Beach, CA, September 2005.
16. Wasfy, T.M. and Leamy, M.J., “Modeling the dynamic frictional contact of tires using an explicit finite
element code,” ASME DETC2005-84694, 5 th International Conference on Multibody Systems,
Nonlinear Dynamics, and Control, Long Beach, CA, September 2005.
17. Wasfy, T.M. and Leamy, M.J., “Dynamic modeling of synchronous belt-drives using an explicit finite
element code,” ASME DETC2005-85103, 5 th International Conference on Multibody Systems,
Nonlinear Dynamics, and Control, Long Beach, CA, September 2005.
18. El-Mounayri, H., Aw, D., Wasfy, T.M. and Wasfy, A.M., “Virtual CNC Machining: A Comprehensive
Approach,” 35 th International Conference on Computers and Industrial Engineering (ICC&IE), Turkey,
June 2005.
19. El-Mounayri, H., Aw, D., Wasfy, T.M. and Wasfy, A.M., “A Virtual manufacturing laboratory for
training and education,” ASEE 2005 Annual Conference, Portland, OR, June 2005.
20. Leamy, M.J. and Wasfy, T.M., “Dynamic modeling of timing belt frictional contact using an explicit
finite element formulation,” Paper No. 05B-146, Doc No. 2005-01-0503, SAE 2005 Congress, Detroit,
MI, April 2005.
21. Wasfy, A.M., Wasfy, T.M., El-Mounayri, H., and Aw, D., “Virtual manufacturing learning
environment,” Proceedings of the 11 th annual IEMS (Industry, Engineering, and Management Systems)
Conference, March 2005.
22. Wasfy, T.M., “Modeling spatial rigid multibody systems using an explicit-time integration finite element
solver and a penalty formulation,” ASME Paper No. DETC2004-57352, Proceeding of the DETC: 28 th
Biennial Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, DETC, Salt Lake, Utah, 2004.
23. Wasfy, T.M., Leamy, M.J., and Meckstroth, R.J., “Prediction of system natural frequencies using an
explicit finite element code with application to belt-drives,” ASME Paper No. DETC2004-57117,
Proceeding of the DETC: 28 th Biennial Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, DETC, Salt Lake, Utah,
2004.
24. Meckstroth, R.J., Wasfy, T.M., and Leamy, M.J., “Finite element study of the dynamic response of
serpentine belt-drives with isolator clutches,” SAE 2004 Congress, Paper No. 2004-01-1347, Detroit,
MI, 2004.
25. Leamy, M.J., Meckstroth, R.J., and Wasfy, T.M., “Finite element study of belt-drive frictional contact
under harmonic excitation,” SAE 2004 Congress, Paper No. 2004-01-1346, Detroit, MI, 2004.
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26. Wasfy, T.M. and Wasfy, A.M., “An object-oriented graphical interface for dynamic finite element
modeling of flexible multibody mechanical systems,” Proceeding of MDP-8, Cairo University
Conference on Mechanical Design and Production, Cairo, Egypt, January 4-6, 2004.
27. Wasfy, T.M. and Wasfy, A.M., “Strategy for effective visualization of CFD datasets in virtual
environments,” ASME Paper No. DETC2003-48294 (Best paper award in Virtual Environments and
Systems), Proceeding of the DETC: 23 rd Computers and Information in Engineering (CIE) Conference,
ASME International 2003 DETC, Chicago, IL, 2003.
28. Wasfy, T.M., “Asperity spring friction model with application to belt-drives,” Paper No. DETC2003-
48343, Proceeding of the DETC: 19 th Biennial Conference on Mechanical Vibration and Noise,
Chicago, IL, 2003.
29. Wasfy, T.M., “Edge projected planar rectangular element for modeling flexible multibody systems,” 19 th
Biennial Conference on Mechanical Vibration and Noise, Paper No. DETC2003-48351, Proceeding of
the DETC: 19 th Biennial Conference on Mechanical Vibration and Noise, Chicago, IL, 2003.
30. Wasfy, T.M. and Leamy, M.J., “Effect of bending on the dynamic and steady-state responses of beltdrives,”
27 th Biennial Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, ASME International 2002 DETC,
Montreal, Canada, 2002.
31. Wasfy, T.M. and Leamy, M.J., “An object-oriented graphical interface for dynamic finite element
modeling of belt-drives,” 27 th Biennial Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, ASME International 2002
DETC, Montreal, Canada, 2002.
32. Leamy, M.J. and Wasfy, T.M., “Dynamic finite element modeling of belt-drives including one-way
clutches,” ASME 2001 International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, New York, NY,
2001.
33. Wasfy, T.M., “Lumped-parameters brick element for modeling shell flexible multibody systems,” 18 th
Biennial Conference on Mechanical Vibration and Noise, ASME International 2001 DETC, Pittsburgh,
PA, 2001.
34. Leamy, M.J. and Wasfy, T.M., “Dynamic finite element modeling of belt-drives,” 18 th Biennial
Conference on Mechanical Vibration and Noise, ASME International 2001 DETC, Pittsburgh, PA,
2001.
35. Leamy, M.J. and Wasfy, T.M., “Analysis of belt-drive mechanics using a creep-rate dependent friction
law,” 18 th Biennial Conference on Mechanical Vibration and Noise, ASME International 2001 DETC,
Pittsburgh, PA, 2001.
36. Wasfy, T.M. and Noor, A.K., “Multibody dynamic simulation of the next generation space telescope
using finite elements and fuzzy sets,” Proceedings of the 41 st AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC Structures,
Structural Dynamics, and Materials Conference, Paper No. AIAA-2000-1577, Atlanta, GA, April 2000.
37. Wasfy, T.M. and Noor, A.K., “Application of fuzzy sets to transient analysis of space structures,”
Proceedings of the 39 th AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics, and Materials
Conference, Paper No. AIAA-98-1833, Vol. 2, Long Beach, CA, pp. 1056-1067, April 1998.
38. Wasfy, T.M., “Modeling contact/impact of flexible manipulators with a fixed rigid surface,”
Proceedings of the 1995 IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation, Vol. 1, Japan, pp.
621-626, May 1995.
39. Wasfy, T.M., “Modeling continuum multibody systems using the finite element method and element
convected frames,” Machine Elements and Machine Dynamics, ASME DE-Vol. 71 (23rd ASME
Mechanisms Conference, Minneapolis, MN), pp. 327-336, Sep. 1994.
40. Ish-Shalom, J. and Wasfy, T.M., “A finite element model for real-time compensation of the thermal
deformation of the platen of a planar step motor,” Proceedings of the 1994 IEEE International
Conference on Robotics and Automation, Vol. 2, San Diego, California, pp. 1490-1495, May 1994.
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41. Wasfy, T.M., Cai, L. and Sun, Y., “On the optimum design of three-axis force sensors,” Developments
in Production Engineering Design and Control, Conference Proceedings, University of Alexandria,
Alexandria, Egypt, pp. 693-702, December 1992.
42. Wasfy, T.M. and Fathi, A., “Computer integrated manufacturing of power transmission shafts,”
Proceedings of the 5 th Tri-annual International Conference of Production Engineering, Cairo
University, Cairo, Egypt, pp. 153-162, December 1991.
43. Meguid, H., Wasfy, T.M., and Fathi, A., “Designing supports with gaps for piping systems,”
Proceedings of the Third International Conference of Production Engineering and Design for
Development, Cairo, Egypt, December 1990.
Conference Presentations
1. Wasfy, T.M., “Virtual Learning Environment for University Physics,” NSF SBIR/STTR Phase II
Conference, Baltimore, MD, May 2009.
2. Wasfy, T.M., O’Kins, J. and Smith, S. “Coupled fluid-multibody dynamics modeling of tanker trucks,”
US-Army TARDEC, 2008 Modeling & Simulation, Testing & Validation Conference, Sterling Heights,
MI, November 2008.
3. Wasfy, T.M. and O’Kins, J., “Flexible multibody dynamics modeling of tracked vehicles,” US-Army
TARDEC, 2008 Modeling & Simulation, Testing & Validation Conference, Sterling Heights, MI,
November 2008.
4. Wasfy, T.M., “Advanced virtual manufacturing laboratory for research, training and education,” NSF
Phase II Grantee Conference, Kansas City, MO, May 2007.
5. Wasfy, T.M., “Finite element modeling of flexible multibody systems carrying liquid-filled baffled
flexible tanks,” 7 th World Congress on Computational Mechanics, Los Angeles, CA, July 2006.
6. Wasfy, T.M., “Advanced virtual manufacturing laboratory for research, training and education,” NSF
Phase II Grantee Conference, Louisville, KY, May 2006.
7. El-Mounayri, H., Wasfy, T.M., Aw, D. and Wasfy, A., “Advanced virtual manufacturing laboratory
(AVML) for training, education, and research,” I-Light Symposium, Indianapolis, IN, September 21-22,
2005.
8. Wasfy, T.M. and El-Mounayri, H. “Applications of virtual environments in engineering analysis and
training,” ASME CIE 25 th anniversary conference showcase, 25 th Computers and Information in
Engineering (CIE) Conference, ASME DETC, Long Beach, CA, 2005.
9. Wasfy, T.M. and Leamy, M., “Modeling frictional contact using an asperity-spring friction model with
application to tires and belt-drives,” Eighth U.S. National Congress on Computational Mechanics,
USNCCM8, Austin, TX, July 24-28, 2005.
Invited Lectures and Seminars
1. “Object-oriented approach and computational Techniques for predicting the dynamic response of ground
vehicles,” Seminar, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Indiana University – Purdue University
Indianapolis (IUPUI), Indianapolis, Indiana, April 16, 2009.
2. “Experimental Validation of a Finite Element Model of Coupled Flexible Multibody Dynamics and
Liquid Sloshing for Tanker Trucks,” Seminar, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Indiana
University – Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI), Indianapolis, Indiana, April 26, 2007.
3. “Coupled fluid-multibody dynamics modeling of liquid sloshing in tanks,” Seminar, Department of
Mechanical Engineering, Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI), Indianapolis,
Indiana, March 7, 2006.
4. “Virtual training environment for CNC milling,” Seminar, Department of Mechanical Engineering,
Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI), Indianapolis, Indiana, November 4, 2004.
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5. “Visualization of CFD and finite element results in virtual environments,” Seminar, Department of
Mechanical Engineering, Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI), Indianapolis,
Indiana, March 4, 2004.
6. “Interrogative Visualization of Numerical Simulations for Aerospace Vehicles & Structures: Overview,”
Virtual and Synthetic Environments and Applications Course, Department of Aerospace Engineering,
Old Dominion University, April 17 and 22, 2003.
7. “Interrogative Visualization of Numerical Simulations for Aerospace Vehicles & Structures: Overview,”
AE684 Virtual and Synthetic Environments and Applications Course, Department of Aerospace
Engineering, Old Dominion University, April 18 and 23, 2002.
Dissertations
1. Wasfy, T.M., “Modeling flexible multibody systems including impact and thermal effects using the
finite element method and convected coordinates,” Ph.D. Dissertation, Columbia University, 1994.
2. Wasfy T.M., “Design for manufacturing of mechanical power transmission shafts,” MS. Thesis,
American University in Cairo, Department of Engineering, Oct. 1990.
Externally Funded Research Projects (with Advanced Science and Automation Corp.)
1. NSF, SBIR Phase II project (#0848966), “Virtual Learning Environment for University Physics,” March
2009 – February 2011, Principal Investigator (till August 2009), Amount: $534,000.
2. IUPUI (Indiana Department for Workforce Development), “Advanced Virtual Manufacturing Lab,
Moving Forward – CTE Postsecondary grant,” September 2008 – February 2009, Principal Investigator
Amount: $25,000.
3. Indiana 21 st Century Research and Technology Fund, SBIR Phase I matching, “Virtual Learning
Environment for University Physics,” October 2007 – April 2008, Grant ID: 174, Principal Investigator,
Amount: $100,000.
4. NSF, SBIR Phase IB project (#0802591), “Virtual Learning Environment for University Physics,”
January 2008 – June 2008, Principal Investigator, Amount: $50,000.
5. NSF, SBIR Phase I project (#0711693), “Virtual Learning Environment for University Physics,” July
2007 – December 2007, Principal Investigator, Amount: $100,000.
6. Virginia Community College Workforce Alliance, “Virtual pump maintenance lab.,” January 2006-
January 2008, Amount: $47,000.
7. Army (DOD), SBIR Phase II project, “Coupled Multibody Dynamics and Computational Fluid
Dynamics Simulation of Liquid Sloshing for Tanker Vehicles”, March 2006 – October 2008, Principal
Investigator, Amount: $730,000.
8. NSF, STTR Phase II project, “Advanced virtual manufacturing lab for training, education, and
research,” July 2005 – June 2007, Principal Investigator, Amount: $500,000.
9. Virginia Institutes of Excellence, Paul D. Camp Community College “Virtual welding lab,” January
2005 – September 2005, Amount: $20,000.
10. Indiana 21 st Century Research and Technology Fund, SBIR Phase I matching, “Visualization tool for
animating combined multibody dynamics and computational fluid dynamics simulations,” January 2005
– December 2005, Grant ID: 063, Principal Investigator, Amount: $100,000.
11. Army (DOD), SBIR Phase I project, “Visualization tool for animating combined multibody dynamics
and computational fluid dynamics simulations,” January 2005 – December 2005, Principal Investigator,
Amount: $120,000.
12. Indiana 21 st Century Research and Technology Fund, STTR Phase I matching, “Advanced virtual
manufacturing lab for training, education, and research,” June 2004 – April 2005, Grant ID: 043,
Principal Investigator, Amount: $100,000.
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13. NSF, STTR Phase I project, “Advanced virtual manufacturing lab for training, education, and research,”
January 2004 - December 2004, Principal Investigator, Amount: $100,000.
14. NASA (sub-contract through Old Dominion University), “Advanced virtual labs,” January 1999 –
September 2004, Principal Investigator, Amount: $600,000.
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