Faculty Profiles
Brian Thompson
Professor
Research Interests
- machine design
- magnetic
- materials
Research Biography
High speed machinery, composite materials, smart materials, design methodologies
Selected Publications
- S.B. Choi, S.S. Han, Y.M. Han and B.S. Thompson, "A Magnification Device for Precision Mechanism featuring Piezoactuators and Flexure Hinges: Design and Experimental Validation," Mechanism and Machine Theory, 42 2007 1184-1198.
- H.K. Kim, S.B. Choi and B.S. Thompson, "Compliant Control of a Two-link Flexible Manipulator featuring Piezoelectric Actuators," Mechanism and Machine Theory, Vol. 36, No.3, 2001, pp 411-424.
- Somerton, C.W., Thompson, B.S. and Gunn, C., "The Role of the Faculty Advisor in the Capstone Design Experience: The Importance of Technical Expertise," 2003 ASEE Conference Proceedings Nashville TN, June 2003.
Selected Achievements and Awards
- 2006 Michigan Campus Compact Faculty/Staff Service – Learning Award
- Michigan State University, College of Engineering, 2005-06 John D. and Dorothy J. Withrow Exceptional Service Award