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James R Solberg
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Obtain full-time employment that focuses on the integration of mechanical,
electrical, and computer systems, which include the areas of complex system
dynamics,
instrumentation, machine intelligence, and/or biomedical engineering.
mechanical systems, non-linear and adaptive control theory, biomedical engineering, complex system dynamics, mechanical design, biomechanics, human/machine interaction, instrumentation, ‘complexity’, computer hardware, system integration, microcontrollers, soft computing (e.g. neural networks and evolutionary computation), thermodynamics, system identification, artificial & biological intelligence, and embedded microprocessors.
Bachelor of Science from College of Engineering,
University of Illinois (Champaign-Urbana),
December 1997. GPA: 3.7 / 4.0
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering,
University of Illinois (Champaign-Urbana),
December 1999. GPA: 3.8 / 4.0
Specializing in instrumentation, controls, & system dynamics.
Master of Computer Systems Engineering,
University of Sydney (Sydney, Australia),
December 2000
Specializing in real-time embedded hardware & biomedical engineering
Northwestern University Department of Biomedical Engineering (Evanston, IL),
currently enrolled (part time)
Specializing in complex system dynamics
For a complete listing of all of my academic coursework click here
University of Illinois, College of Engineering: Dean's List, 7 semesters
Big Ten Conference: Scholar-Athlete Award: All-Big Ten Academic
Tau Beta Pi and Golden Key National Honor Societies: National Engineering Honor Societies (top 15% of class)
University of Illinois, Department of Intercollegiate Athletics: Varsity Letter, Track and Field
Associate Department Research Engineer
Northwestern University Medical School.
- March 2001 through present
Department engineer who is responsible for the design, fabrication, and implementation of mechanical, electrical, and computer (hardware and software) components of our laboratory facilities. Project manager of linear sled system capable of accelerating human subjects at 5 g’s. Also contributed my engineering knowledge to the department’s research focus of neural control of gait and posture. Responsible for consulting and teaching professors, staff members, and students engineering concepts related to their research and studies. Manage and maintain all laboratory facilities within the department. Conduct cutting-edge research for our medical community.
Controls Development Researcher
School of Exercise and Sport Science, Faculty of Health Sciences, The
University of Sydney
- July 2000 through December 2000
Part of a research team whose objective is to develop an actively controlled system that would allow paraplegic patients to walk. The system uses feedback sensors to approximate the kinematics of the individual. Then it delivers electrical pulses to stimulate the appropriate muscles. In theory the precise sequence of signals will allow a paraplegic patient to walk using their own muscles. The project is currently in its infancy. My contributions will include obtaining useful information from the feedback sensors (accelerometers and gyroscopes). As the project progresses I will be involved in modeling the human-controller system and optimizing the controller. Duties include data acquisition, signal processing, data reduction, software and hardware maintenance, model development, updating colleagues on my progress, controller design, controller optimization, and publishing my results. | COMPLETE PROJECT OVERVIEW |
Teaching Assistant / College Engineer
Wesley College,
University of Sydney
- February 2000 through present
Responsible for assisting students in disciplines of mathematics, physics, and
mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering. Informal lectures and private
tutorials would be held for students seeking supplementary assistance. Also,
responsible for consulting college students and staff on engineering related
issues.
Controls, Instrumentation, and System Dynamics R & D Engineer
Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at University of Illinois
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Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Center
- January 1998 through January 2000.
In conjunction with of some of the top scholars in the field, research was
conducted and directed in the area of active control of mobile air conditioning
systems. A groundbreaking sensor was invented and calibrated that will allow
air conditioners to run more efficiently. Responsibilities included directing
and conducting research, coordinating with cooperate sponsors to fulfill their
needs, and publishing results to contribute to the academic body of knowledge.
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Software Development Engineer
Wolfram Research Inc.
- Summer 1997.
Initially, responsible for alpha testing of existing software used for
structural mechanics analysis. Also, responsible for recreating fragments of
the existing software to correct bugs. Then, creation of own software package
was implemented. This software package was used to graphically model several
engineering systems. |
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Robot Dynamics Researcher
Wolfram Research /
Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at the University of
Illinois
- Summer 1996.
Member of a research team overseen by a private industry/academic co-op. Duties
included the use of computer software as an adjunct to traditional research
techniques on the topic of inverse kinematics of a robotic manipulator,
programming the software to run simulations, coordinating with other team
members to insure continuity of research, and presenting and publishing
conclusions. |
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Computer experience is fairly rich and diverse. Listed below are software and
hardware that I have been exposed to.
Hardware: Intel-based computer architecture, TI's DSP chips and peripherals, architecture and functionality of micro-controllers, data acquisition systems, and embedded microprocessors
Software: Mathematica, Matlab, C, C++, EES, HP VEE, Assembly, Unix, Windows, Visual Basic, HTML
Inverse Kinematics of Robotics and Its Applications of Symbolic Computing [1996]: in conjunction with Wolfram and a grant from the NSF and University of Illinois: abstract | introduction | project overview
Dynamics of the Pole Vault [1997]: An independent research project that used computer models to explore the question: "how high can a human theoretically pole vault?"
Played a significant role in the development of Structural Mechanics [1997]: A Mathematica application package that is used as an analysis tool for engineers.
Design of Air Intake System for Caterpillar Motor Graders for Snow Removal Applications [1997]: undergraduate thesis project.
Optimization Of A Mesoscopic Peristaltic Compressor Channel Using A Genetic Algorithm [1998]: The resultant compressor design of this analysis is currently used in the smallest mass-produced refrigerant system in existence: abstract | introduction | results | summary
The use of feedback control to minimize acoustic emissions from an electronic expansion valve [1998]: The design of a control system that would essentially eliminate the acoustic noise radiated from automotive A/C expansion devices.
Fist of Fury[1999]: The development, fabrication, and implementation of an android hand that is controlled by either an instrumented user glove or a graphical user interface. introduction | system specifications | design
A Sensor for Estimating the Liquid Mass Fraction of the Refrigerant Exiting an Evaporator [1999]: abstract | introduction | analysis of results | conclusion
Conductive Polymer Sensor In-Shoe Discrete Plantar Pressure Measurement System [1999]: This project explored the foot-ground reaction forces of various activities and footwear. abstract | introduction | results | data analysis | conclusion
Regulation of the Liquid Mass Fraction of the Refrigerant Exiting an Evaporator [1999] & [2000]: M.S. research thesis. abstract | introduction | conclusions
Weigh 2K [2000]: Interactive digital scale with a resolution of better than a quarter of a gram. Design Specifications | Description of Product
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