Spring 2008 Newsletter
Mechanical Engineering, Cal Poly
Cal Poly Supermileage Vehicle Again a Top Eco-Marathon Finisher
Cal Poly placed near the top at this year’s Shell Eco-Marathon Americas competition of high-mileage, fuel-saving prototype vehicles, coming in as the returning champion and taking second place with 2,752.3 miles per gallon.
Read more about "Cal Poly Supermileage Vehicle Again a Top Eco-Marathon Finisher"HPV Peddles to First Place with Fastest Sprint Ever
Cal Poly’s Human Powered Vehicle kicked up some dust at the Western Division HPV Competition hosted in April by the University of Nevada, Reno.
Read more about "HPV Peddles to First Place with Fastest Sprint Ever"Research Scholar Brings Green Experience to ME
Dr. John Dunning recently joined the Mechanical Engineering Department as its newest research scholar in residence. John came to Cal Poly with more than 30 years of experience in the automotive industry and will serve as a valuable resource for student research projects in the increasingly vital area of sustainable battery technology.
Read more about "Research Scholar Brings Green Experience to ME "ME Professor Directs Students in Service Learning
Dr. Brian Self joined the department in September 2006 and quickly assumed an active role on campus. In addition to leading many exciting student projects which focus on service learning, he also participates in the Society for Engineering Education. Brian devotes himself to educating engineers who will strive to improve society and assist those with unique needs in their daily lives.
Read more about "ME Professor Directs Students in Service Learning"Outstanding ME Students Recognized
Lisa Dakis shines as an example of the amazing potential of Cal Poly mechanical engineers. Although
this is her final year, she continues to demonstrate her leadership abilities and her commitment to mechanical engineering.
Meet the ME Newcomers
Meet Professors Patrick Lemieux, Tom Mase, and Brian Self.
Read more about "Meet the ME Newcomers"Calendar of Events
ME Industrial Advisory Council Spring Meeting
Date: May 16, 2008 - May 17, 2008
The Industrial Advisory Cou! ncil provides valuable feedback and curriculum review to the department. For information contact Vera Vasquez.
Senior Design Expo
Date: Jun 05, 2008
The Senior Design Expo is the culminating presentation of the Mechanical Engineering and Computer Engineering Capstone Senior Design Project classes. For information contact Jim Widmann.
Cal Poly Commencement
Date: Jun 15, 2008
Time: 10 a.m.
Main ceremonies are held in Spanos Stadium; the department ceremony will be held on the intermural soccer field. For information on the ME ceremony contact Vera Vasquez.
June CENG-Connect
Date: Jun 25, 2008
At events and receptions throughout California and across the nation, you can meet area alumni, see old friends, and connect with other CENG colleagues at your office or company. See CENG-Connect for information.
EVENTS Formula SAE to Compete in UK
Date: Jul 10, 2008 - Jul 13, 2008
Aiming for international recognition and a trophy, Cal Poly Formula SAE will compete in Formula Student, the biggest and best Formula competition in Europe. Cal Poly will be the only U.S. team to enter the design-build-compete event. Cal Poly SAE is looking for team sponsors to make the trip possible. If you'd like to help, contact Aaron Bailey.
July CENG-Connect
Date: Jul 19, 2008
At events and receptions throughout California and across the nation, you can meet area alumni, see old friends, and connect with other CENG colleagues at your office or company. See CENG-Connect for information.
Regolith Excavation Challenge
Date: Aug 02, 2008 - Aug 03, 2008
Interested in designing a lunar backhoe? This national robotics competition comes with a $750,000 purse offered by NASA to promote the development of new technologies to excavate lunar regolith. For more challenge website.