Dr. Mark E. Wasikowski
University of North Texas
Mechanical Engineering
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Education

PhD, Georgia Institute of Technology, 1990.
Major: Aerospace Engineering
Dissertation Title: Applications of Optimal Output Feedback to Helicopter Individual Blade Control
MS, Georgia Institute of Technology, 1986.
Major: Aerospace Engineering
BS, Purdue University, 1985.
Major: Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering

Professional Positions

Academic - P-12
Research Fellow, Georgia Institute of Technology. (April 1, 1985 – December 1, 1989).
Academic - Post-Secondary
Clinical Professor, University of North Texas. (September 1, 2023 – Present).
Associate Clinical Professor, University of North Texas. (January 1, 2016 – August 31, 2023).
Government
Engineer, US Army. (May 1, 1981 – August 1, 1984).
Professional
Principal Engineer, Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc.. (May 12, 1997 – August 4, 2017).
Senior Research Engineer, Georgia Tech Research Institute. (May 12, 1997 – December 1, 1989).
Engineer, RAND Corporation. (May 1, 1987 – September 1, 1987).

Professional Memberships

Member, American Helicopter Society. (1985 – 2017).

Development Activities Attended

Conference Attendance,"FABTECH Manufacturing Conference," FABTECH, Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America. (October 1, 2018 – October 10, 2018).

Workshop,"SOLIDWORKS Advanced Training," Go Engineer, Dallas, TX, United States of America. (September 1, 2018 – September 10, 2018).

Awards and Honors

Original Rotorcraft Fellow Award, Center of Excellence in Rotary Wing Technology. (2012 – 2012).

Guest Lecturer, Georgia Tech. (2010 – 2010).

SPOT Business Innovation Award Recognition, Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc. (2010 – 2010).

Lawrence D. Bell Pioneer Award Nomination for Innovation, Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc. (2003 – 2003).

Graduate Rotorcraft Felllow, US Army. (1985 – 1990).

First Place, Southeast Region, Robert L Lichten Award for First Time Presenters, American Helicopter Society. (1989 – 1989).

First Runner Up, National, Robert L Lichten Award for First Time Presenters, American Helicopter Society. (1989 – 1989).

Vertical Flight Technology Scholar, American Helicopter Society. (1989 – 1989).

Vertical Flight Technology Scholar, American Helicopter Society. (1988 – 1988).

Vertical Flight Technology Scholar, American Helicopter Society. (1987 – 1987).

Team Leader, Student Design Competition, First Place, American Helicopter Society. (1986 – 1986).

Distinguished Service Award, US Army. (1984 – 1984).

Teaching

Teaching Experience

University of North Texas
ENGR 2301, Statics, 2 courses.
ENGR 2302, Dynamics, 1 course.
ENGR 2332, Mechanics of Materials, 1 course.
MEEN 2210, Thermodynamics I, 3 courses.
MEEN 2301, Mechanics I, 1 course.
MEEN 2302, Mechanics II, 2 courses.
MEEN 2332, Mechanics III, 2 courses.
MEEN 3100, Manufacturing Processes, 129 courses.
MEEN 3120, Fluid Mechanics, 7 courses.
MEEN 3130, Machine Elements, 14 courses.
MEEN 3230, System Dynamics & Control, 6 courses.
MEEN 3250, Analytical Methods for MEE Engineers, 1 course.
MEEN 4120, Aerospace Fundamentals, 6 courses.
MEEN 4150, Mechanical Energy Engineering Systems Design I, 37 courses.
MEEN 4160, Mechanical Vibrations, 1 course.
MEEN 4180, Feedback Control Systems, 1 course.
MEEN 4250, Capstone Design in Mechanical and Energy Engineering, 41 courses.
MEEN 4760, Introduction to Robotics and Automation, 2 courses.
MEEN 4800, Topics in Mechanical & Energy Engineering, 3 courses.
MEEN 5140, Advanced Mathematical Methods for Engineers, 2 courses.
MEEN 5600, Feedback Control of Dynamical Systems, 1 course.
MEEN 5740, Robotics and Automation, 2 courses.
MEEN 5800, Selected Topics of Contemporary Interest in Mechanical Engineering, 5 courses.
MFET 3110, Machining Principles and Processes, 36 courses.
MSES 5040, Analytical Methods for Engineering Systems, 1 course.

Directed Student Learning

Master's Thesis Committee Member, Mechanical and Energy Engineering. (November 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021).

Undergraduate Honors Thesis,"airfoils and their design history," Mechanical and Energy Engineering. (September 3, 2020 – December 11, 2020).

Master's Thesis Committee Member,"Radial And Axial Designs For Magnetic Absorbent Collector In Water," Mechanical and Energy Engineering. (April 1, 2019 – August 1, 2020).

Undergraduate Honors Thesis,"Manufacturing automation in the farming industry," Mechanical and Energy Engineering. (January 16, 2019 – May 4, 2019).

Directed Individual/Independent Study,"Machine Elements," Mechanical and Energy Engineering. (March 1, 2019 – May 1, 2019).

Master's Thesis Committee Member, Mechanical and Energy Engineering. (January 01, 2016 – May 31, 2017).

Dissertation Committee Member,"Parametric Investigation of Compressible Dynamic Stall," Other - Outside UNT. (January 01, 2009 – January 01, 2012).

Supervised Research,"Nonlinear Static and Dynamic Analysis of Beam Structures Using Fully Intrinsic Equations," Other - Outside UNT. (January 01, 2009 – January 01, 2011).

Master's Thesis Committee Member,"Dymore Finite Element Analysis of the Paired Blade Tiltrotor Conceptual Design and a Comparable Conventional Tiltrotor Design," Other - Outside UNT. (January 01, 2007 – January 01, 2009).

Research

Published Intellectual Contributions

Journal Article
Wasikowski, M. E. (2014). Improved Understanding of Aerodynamic Damping through the Hilbert Transform.
Wasikowski, M. E. (2012). Compressibility Effects on Torsion Damping During Dynamic Stall Events.
Wasikowski, M. E. (2012). Helicopter Applications of Dynamic Stall One Industry Perspective.
Wasikowski, M. E. (2012). Physics-Based Modeling of Maneuver Loads for Rotor and Hub Design.
Wasikowski, M. E. (2011). High Speed Focused Schlieren Flow Visualization of Shock Induced Dynamic Stall.
Wasikowski, M. E. (2008). Model Development and Integration of DYMORE at Bell Helicopter.
Wasikowski, M. E. (2005). Finite Element Multi-body Dynamics Applications in Rotorcraft Aeromechanics.
Wasikowski, M. E. (1999). Rotor Vibratory Hub and Blade Loads Prediction and Correlation.
Wasikowski, M. E. (1992). Optimal output feedback for linear time-periodic systems.
Wasikowski, M. E. (1989). Optimal output feedback for linear time-periodic systems.
Wasikowski, M. E. (1987). Application of Frequency and Time Domain Cost Functional to Active Vibration Control of an OH-6 Helicopter in Forward Flight.
Wasikowski, M. E. (1986). GTPDP – A Rotary Wing Aircraft Preliminary Design and Performance Estimation Program Including Optimization and Cost.
Popular Press Article
Wasikowski, M. E. (1990). An Investigation of Helicopter Individual Blade Control using Optimal Output Feedback.

Presentations Given

Uncategorized

Methods for Improved Rotor Loads. (2011 – 2013).

Contracts, Grants and Sponsored Research

Contract
Wasikowski, M. (Principal), "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Army Research Lab, Federal, $10000 Funded. (March 1, 2021 – September 1, 2023).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Eterno Ovens, Local, Funded. (January 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by DULAMS, Local, Funded. (September 1, 2019 – September 1, 2021).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Accent Holding LLC., Private, $1000 Funded. (September 1, 2020 – May 1, 2021).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by EcoEnvision, Private, $2000 Funded. (September 1, 2020 – May 1, 2021).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by John Alexander, Private, $2000 Funded. (September 1, 2020 – May 1, 2021).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by T&S Machines and Tools, Inc., Local, Funded. (September 1, 2020 – May 1, 2021).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Forum Energy Technology, Private, $12000 Funded. (January 1, 2021 – May 1, 2020).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Dr. R. Zhang, Local, Funded. (January 15, 2020 – November 24, 2020).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Flexlink Systems, Inc., National, $1000 Funded. (January 15, 2020 – November 24, 2020).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Integrity Forensics and Engineering, Local, Funded. (January 1, 2020 – November 24, 2020).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Army Research Labs, Federal, $10000 Funded. (September 15, 2019 – May 1, 2020).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design letter Agreement," Sponsored by AT Systems, Local, $500 Funded. (September 15, 2019 – May 1, 2020).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by MultiCam, Local, $500 Funded. (September 15, 2019 – May 1, 2020).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Sanden International, International, $12000 Funded. (May 1, 2019 – May 1, 2019).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by ThermoClean, National, $1000 Funded. (January 15, 2019 – May 1, 2019).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Zodiac Seats US, National, $12000 Funded. (November 1, 2018 – May 1, 2019).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by AC Horn Manufacturing, Local, $2500 Funded. (September 15, 2018 – May 1, 2019).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by AlumaPower Corporation, National, $2000 Funded. (September 15, 2018 – May 1, 2019).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by GE Transportation, National, $12000 Funded. (September 15, 2018 – May 1, 2019).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Math Magicians, Local, $1500 Funded. (September 15, 2018 – May 1, 2019).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Triumph Group, National, $7000 Funded. (September 15, 2018 – May 1, 2019).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Mountain Plumbing Products, National, $1500 Funded. (May 1, 2018 – May 1, 2019).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Kuehne + Nagel, National, $7000 Funded. (February 1, 2018 – December 1, 2018).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Changzhou Leap Machine Co., Ltd., International, $1000 Funded. (January 15, 2018 – November 30, 2018).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by AC Horn Manufacturing, Local, $2500 Funded. (January 15, 2018 – November 24, 2018).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by All Axis Machining, Local, $1500 Funded. (September 18, 2018 – May 1, 2018).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Kinnear, inc., Local, Funded. (May 1, 2018 – May 1, 2018).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by MultiCam, Inc., Local, $1000 Funded. (January 15, 2018 – May 1, 2018).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by LakeView Marina, Local, Funded. (January 1, 2018 – May 1, 2018).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Huber Engineered Wood Products, National, $1000 Funded. (December 15, 2017 – May 1, 2018).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by E3 Entegral Solutions, Local, $1000 Funded. (December 1, 2017 – May 1, 2018).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by TLC Engineering for Architecture, Local, $500 Funded. (December 1, 2017 – May 1, 2018).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Orora Visual, Local, $1500 Funded. (November 15, 2017 – May 1, 2018).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by MicroForms, Inc., Local, $500 Funded. (November 1, 2017 – May 1, 2018).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Schneider Electric, National, Funded. (November 1, 2017 – May 1, 2018).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Triumph Group, Inc., National, $7000 Funded. (November 1, 2017 – May 1, 2018).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreements," Sponsored by Zodiac Seats US, National, $36000 Funded. (November 1, 2017 – May 1, 2018).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Auto-Trache Partnership, Local, Funded. (October 1, 2017 – May 1, 2018).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Brewer Science, National, $7000 Funded. (October 1, 2017 – May 1, 2018).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by C&S Propeller, LLC., Local, $1000 Funded. (September 1, 2017 – May 1, 2018).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Textron Aviation, National, $12000 Funded. (April 3, 2017 – December 1, 2017).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Chambersville Tree Farms, Local, $500 Funded. (March 1, 2017 – December 1, 2017).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Avenger Welding and Machine, LLC., Regional, $500 Funded. (January 15, 2017 – December 1, 2017).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Exact Exchanger, Inc., Local, Funded. (January 15, 2017 – May 1, 2017).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Lockheed Martin, National, $12000 Funded. (December 1, 2016 – May 1, 2017).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by GE Transportation, National, $12000 Funded. (November 10, 2016 – May 1, 2017).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Mayday Manufacturing Company, Local, $5000 Funded. (October 14, 2016 – May 1, 2017).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Capstone Metering, Local, $500 Funded. (October 1, 2016 – May 1, 2017).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by CCC Power, Local, $2000 Funded. (October 1, 2016 – May 1, 2017).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Forney Corporation, National, $7000 Funded. (October 1, 2016 – May 1, 2017).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by PolyPrinter, Local, $500 Funded. (October 1, 2016 – May 1, 2017).
Wasikowski, M. E., "Senior Design Letter Agreement," Sponsored by Zyvex, Local, Funded. (October 1, 2016 – May 1, 2017).

Copyrights, Patents

Patent
Wasikowski, M. E., "Adaptable rotor blade design for performance flexibility," 10807705. Regular, United States, Date of Patent Application: March 17, 2017 –. Date Patent Approved: October 20, 2020 –.
Wasikowski, M. E., "System and method for rotorcraft active lateral shuffle filter," 10386858. Regular, United States, Date of Patent Application: May 12, 2017 –. Date Patent Approved: August 20, 2019 –.
Wasikowski, M. E., "Reconfigurable rotor blade," 8876036. Regular, United States, Date of Patent Application: July 28, 2011 –. Date Patent Approved: November 14, 2014 –.
Wasikowski, M. E., "Step-over blade-pitch control system," 8287237. Regular, United States, Date of Patent Application: December 8, 2006 –. Date Patent Approved: October 16, 2012 –.
Wasikowski, M. E., "Assembly for providing flexure to blade system," 7845909. Regular, United States, Date of Patent Application: January 24, 2006 –. Date Patent Approved: December 7, 2010 –.

Awards and Honors

Cooperative Education Certificate, Purdue University. (May 1, 1981 – August 1, 1984).

Service

University Service

Program Coordinator, ABET Committee. (March 1, 2024 – Present).

Member, CENG Mentoring Committee. (March 1, 2024 – Present).

Committee Member, Non-tenure Track Faculty Review Committee (NTFRC). (March 1, 2024 – Present).

Program Coordinator, Scholarship Commmittee. (March 1, 2024 – Present).

Member, Senior Design Committee. (March 1, 2024 – Present).

Program Coordinator, Undergraduate Programs Committee. (March 1, 2024 – Present).

Faculty Advisor, UNT Robotics Club. (January 1, 2021 – Present).

Committee Chair, Non-tenure Track Faculty Review Committee (NTFRC). (February 1, 2021 – March 31, 2024).

Chairperson, Grade Appeals and Academic Integrity Committee. (August 1, 2016 – March 1, 2024).

Faculty Advisor, ASME. (August 1, 2016 – September 1, 2022).

Committee Member, Department Chair Search Committee. (November 1, 2020 – December 31, 2021).

Member, Department Laboratory Committee. (September 1, 2018 – December 31, 2020).

Member, Undergraduate Curriculum Committee. (August 1, 2017 – September 1, 2020).

Professional Service

Editor, Guest Editor, Goodheart-Willcox Publishing, Denton, TX. (January 2, 2024 – February 1, 2024).

Interaction with Industry, Senior Design, Denton, Texas. (August 1, 2016 – January 1, 2023).

Member, American Helicopter Society, Denton, TX. (January 1, 1986 – January 1, 2021).

Member, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Denton, TX. (January 1, 2016 – January 1, 2000).

Consulting

For Profit Organization, Trench-Tech International, Inc., Texas, United States of America. (March 1, 2020 – October 1, 2020).