J. Mike Walker '66 Department of Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University

? Honoring Veterans and Service in MEEN ? Our very own Dr. Dale Cope, professor of practice in the J. Mike Walker '66 Department of Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University, was honored at the Wellborn Middle School Veteran's Day Assembly last week. He served as an Aeronautical Engineer in the United States Air Force and the Kansas Air National Guard. Over 800 students gathered to witness Dr. Cope and other veterans' recognition and given a beautiful quilt designed/made by the Wellborn students and a regional quilting club. Thank you to all of our MEEN veterans for their service throughout the years!

?? Graduate student spotlight ?? Doctoral student Emily Payne has authored a paper in the journal IEEE Access! ?? Her paper was published through the BiSSL group in the J. Mike Walker '66 Department of Multidisciplinary Engineering from a collaborative grant with Sandia National Laboratories and Dr. Katherine Rogers Davis’ group in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering Texas A&M University. Emily's research explores the vulnerabilities in modern power systems due to interdependencies between physical, cyber-physical, and cyber devices. The findings reveal that tripartite network models offer deeper insights into indirect interactions for an enhanced understanding of systemic resilience under denial-of-service scenarios. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gpjU5Ryj #cyberphysicalsystems #powersystems #resilience #vulnerabilities #bioinspired #systemdesign #MechanicalEngineering

?? Sponsor a Senior Capstone Project at Texas A&M! ?? Ready to make an impact while solving real-world engineering challenges? The J. Mike Walker '66 Department of Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University Senior Capstone Design Program is now securing sponsors for 2025 projects. This two-semester program is your chance to mentor, innovate, and find solutions to those "back-burner" problems. Let’s collaborate on something exciting! ? Visibility & Brand Awareness – Gain exposure to top engineering talent. ? Talent Acquisition – Spot your next hire by collaborating with our students. ? Cost-Effective Problem Solving – Let our teams dedicate 1,500+ hours to tackling your toughest challenges. ? Educational Impact – Play a direct role in shaping the next generation of Aggie engineers. ?? Deadlines: Spring 2025 project commitments are due—Fall 2025 options are also available!

Join us this Thursday, November 14th for the MEEN IAC Panel Night, "Bridging Industry and Education" from 7-8:30pm in ZACH 297 and get valuable advice from mechanical engineering graduates who are making an impact in their fields! Andrew Nelson, Brenda Hightower, Vanessa Restrepo, and Josh Beier will share their insights on navigating the industry. Pizza and prizes will be provided. Register to attend: tx.ag/MEENIAC1114

Join us for a special reception during the International Mechanical Engineering Congress & Exposition (IMECE) on Monday, November 18, 2024! RSVP: tx.ag/IMECE

On this #VeteransDay, we honor the unwavering spirit of Aggie veterans, including one of our distinguished former students, Gerry Grogin '48, the last surviving participant of the historic 1946 Aggie Muster on Corregidor Island. Born in Bryan, Texas, Gerry’s roots in Texas A&M run deep. After joining the Army Air Corps during WWII, his service as a cryptographer and later participation in the legendary Corregidor Muster exemplify the resilience and unity of the Aggie spirit. Upon returning home, Gerry pursued his passion for mechanical engineering, shaping a remarkable career in the HVAC industry. At 98, Gerry continues to inspire future generations, serving as both a successful engineer and a generous supporter of the J. Mike Walker '66 Department of Mechanical Engineering. His advice to Aggie engineers is simple yet profound: “Stay the course and keep your mind open, because in mechanical engineering, there’s so much to be learned.” Today, we salute Gerry and all veterans for their service and dedication. Thank you for your sacrifice and contributions to our nation and our university. #tamuMEEN

Congratulations to Dr. Ali Erdemir, a distinguished professor in the J. Mike Walker '66 Department of Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University, on receiving the prestigious Tribology Gold Medal from the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)! ?? Awarded only once per year, the Tribology Gold Medal is the highest international honor in the field and recognizes extraordinary contributions to tribology (the science of friction, wear, and lubrication). Dr. Erdemir’s pioneering work in advanced materials and surface engineering has led to breakthroughs impacting energy efficiency, durability, and sustainability across various industries. We’re incredibly proud to have Dr. Erdemir’s expertise and vision at Texas A&M. His dedication to advancing tribology not only brings distinction to our department but also serves as a shining example of excellence and innovation. Learn more: tx.ag/ErdemirMedal

We are thrilled to spotlight Ammar Waheed, a Ph.D. student at Texas A&M University, and the first U.S. PhD student to receive funding from the U.K.’s Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL), an executive agency of the Ministry of Defence. Ammar’s groundbreaking research is advancing autonomous robotics by addressing one of the field's toughest challenges: the simulation-to-reality (Sim2Real) gap, ensuring reliable performance in both simulated and real-world environments. This collaboration underscores the strong ties between Texas A&M and DSTL, embodying a shared commitment to pushing technological boundaries with ethical standards in autonomous defense. Working with Dr. Zohaib Hasnain and Michael Walsh at Texas A&M’s StarLab, Ammar is developing scalable, versatile control systems for mobile robotic platforms. Through the use of Physics-Informed Neural Networks, he’s creating resilient, cost-effective systems capable of navigating diverse terrains and applications across both defense and civilian sectors. Read more: tx.ag/sim2real

The J. Mike Walker '66 Department of Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University is looking for sponsors to support our Spring 2025 Senior Capstone Design projects – and the deadline is quickly approaching! ??? Why sponsor? ? Innovative Solutions: Have an engineering challenge that’s been on the back-burner? Our teams thrive on solving them! ? Problem Solving: Let our capstone teams dedicate 1,500+ engineering hours to solving your real-world challenges ? Recruiting: Engage with students and identify future employees before they graduate ? Visibility: Connect your brand with top Aggie talent, faculty, and industry leaders ? Educational Impact: Play a direct role in shaping the careers of future engineers by sponsoring their hands-on, project-based learning ?? Sponsorship involves providing project funding, an open-ended design problem, and mentorship to guide the students as they turn concepts into real-world solutions. We’re also securing sponsors for Summer 2025 and Fall 2025 projects. Interested in learning more? Explore how we can work together to shape the future of engineering! ?? #Aggies #TalentAcquisition #Innovation #MechanicalEngineering #TAMU #tamuMEEN #capstoneprojects #seniordesign #AggieEngineers #sponsorship #capstone #engineeringeducation

We're thrilled to share Alex Aguilar's experience as a Capstone Design sponsor in the J. Mike Walker '66 Department of Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University. Alex is a Research Scientist Manager at Nova Ltd. who learned about our Capstone Design where students work together to define solutions to real-world industry problems and then implement them. ?? Sponsorship involves providing project funding, an open-ended design problem, and mentorship to guide the students as they turn concepts into real-world solutions. Spring 2025 project commitments are due by November 15—Fall 2025 options are also available. "I was so impressed by Senior Capstone the program that I immediately volunteered to become a mentor. Back at the office, I pitched the idea to Nova’s HR and management, and they were very supportive. They even decided to sponsor the team I’m mentoring. My role involves defining the problem they need to solve and supporting them through every stage. The experience is incredibly fulfilling--it’s so rewarding to see the students grow and develop their knowledge and skills." Learn more: [email protected] Texas A&M University Texas A&M University College of Engineering #AggieNetwork #IndustryPartners #EngineeringExcellence