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design and manufacturing. He has published more than 100 journal and conference papers, and two book chapters in these areas. He is the PI and co-PI for several federal and state funded projects in electric-drive vehicle and advanced energy storage systems, and has developed and offered several professional development programs in vehicle electrification and advanced energy storage for industry. Dr. Liao has been invited to serve as a proposal reviewer for the US National Science Foundation, and the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada. He also serves on the advisory council for the Michigan Academy for Greater Mobility Advancement (MAGMA). He holds a Doctor of Engineering in Manufacturing Engineering from the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, Mechanical Engineer from Columbia University, M.S. from the University of Texas at Arlington, and B.S. from National Central University (Taiwan), both in Mechanical Engineering. Yunfei Luan Yunfei Luan is a graduate of Shanghai Jiao Tong University with a degree in Thermal Engineering and holds a PhD degree in Mechanics fromWayne State University, Detroit, USA. Since 2008, he has gained experience working at General Motors and British Aerospace during which he was deeply involved in engine combustion, hybrid power system control strategy, energy optimization and transmission control. He also played a key role in the development of several mass production hybrid vehicles. In 2006, he received the CEO Award from General Motors for his contribution to the development of General Motors’ Saturn Vue hybrid vehicle. After returning to China in 2010, he has worked as the chief expert in Changan New Energy Automobile Co. Ltd and the chief engineer of hybrid powertrain platform in Shanghai E-Propulsion Auto Technology Co. Ltd. He has led the development of several mass production NEVs including Changan EADO EV, Roewe RX5 PHEV SUV and Roewe i6 PHEV. Currently, he works for Faraday Future where he serves as a senior director. In this position, he is responsible for presiding over R&D of the overall control and integration of high-end smart interconnected EV. He has published 4 SAE papers in America as the lead author and holds a number of American and Chinese patents of invention. He is one of the main authors of, The Principles and Applications of Powertrain Controls for the New Energy Vehicles, a book published in January 2013. project engineer specializing in dynamic system engineering, automotive chassis development, and application of the science of improvement. He formerly taught Chassis Design, Systems Analysis and Mechanical Control Systems at Kettering University, where he also previously served as team leader for the annual Kettering Industry Symposium. In addition, Dr. Lundstrom previ- ously taught several mechanical engineering courses, developed Vehicle Dynamics and Thermal System Design courses, and founded and directed the Vehicle Dynamics Lab at Lawrence Tech. He has worked as a product engineer with Ford Motor Company Richard Lundstrom Dr. Richard Lundstrom is an independent research and
the SAE book, “Finite Element Analysis for Design Engineers, Second Edition,” and contributes regularly to several engineering publications focusing on the implementation of CAE methods into the product development process. He is a member of SAE International and the Association of Professional Engineers of Ontario. Dr. Kurowski obtained his M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Applied Mechanics fromWarsaw Technical University and completed postdoctoral work at Kyoto University. Eldon Leaphart Eldon Leaphart is currently a Principal Engineer with Carr Engineering Inc. in Houston, Texas. In this position, his respon- sibilities include performing investigations to determine causes, conditions, and circumstances of defect allegations related to all forms of embedded system design. Since 1988, Mr. Leaphart has worked in the area of chassis system development on both controlled suspension and controlled brake product lines, previously with GM, Delphi Corporation and BWI Group Inc. During this tenure, he held various engineering roles in the areas of algorithm, failsafe, diagnostics, test, embedded systems software development and engineering management. Mr. Leaphart has authored several technical publications, is the recipient of two GM Boss Kettering awards and named on several patents related to electronic brake controls. He is a member of the ISO TC22/SC32/ WG16 on Functional Safety for ISO 26262. Mr. Leaphart is a current member of SAE International and holds BSEE and MSEE degrees from The Ohio State University. Canghual Li Mr. Canghuai Li is currently Manager of Engineering, Inspection, and Forging Operations at Xian Airfoil Technology Co., LTD (XAT) in China. XAT is a joint venture company established by Xian Aero-Engine (XAE), Pratt and Whitney (P&W), and Blades Technology International (BTI Israel). XAT manufactures compressor blades and vanes, fan blades, and medical implants using advanced precision forging and machining processes for such customers XAE, P & W, Honeywell, Dongan, Stryker, Biomet, Depuy,and Smith & Nephew, among others. Mr. Li previously served as Quality Manager at XAT where he was responsible for all quality related aspects of production and systems. Prior to that, he was a senior professional forging engineer and supervisor at XAT. Mr. Li received a BS Engineering from Northwest Poly-Technology University, with a focus on metal forming and materials engineering. Gene Liao Gene Liao is currently Professor and Director of Electric Trans- portation Technology Program at Wayne State University, where he also manages the Electric Propulsion Integration Laboratory. Dr. Liao is experienced in the areas of hybrid drivetrains and automotive manufacturing. Prior to Wayne State, he worked as a practicing engineer for over fifteen years with General Motors and Ford Motor Company. Dr. Liao has research and teaching interests in the areas of electric-drive vehicle simulation and development, vehicle dynamics, and automotive components
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