Shawn Midlam-Mohler (Ohio State University) and Allen Sheldon (Honda Development and Manufacturing of America, LLC) will discuss their on-going collaboration in modeling and simulation research that began seven years ago with the formation of OSU’s Simulation Innovation and Modeling Center, or SIMCenter. SIMCenter focuses on a wide range of simulation disciplines and covers both virtual product development as well as manufacturing. The center has focused on three primary initiatives:

• Developing innovative modeling and simulation methods for use in applied industry processes.
• Education of undergraduate and graduate students through research opportunities and internships.
• Professional development of practicing engineers in modeling and simulation.

This panel will discuss the history of the collaboration, its successes and challenges, and the vision for the future.

Agenda

• Welcome & Introduction:
• Mr. Andrew Wood, NAFEMS Regional Manager, Americas
• Preparing the Next Generation of M&S Engineers for Industry
• Dr. Shawn Midlam-Mohler, Professor of Practice Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Director of SIMCenter, Center for Automotive Research Fellow, Ohio State University
• Industry Benefits from Close Engagement with Academia
• Mr. Allen Sheldon, Chief Engineer, Automotive Development Center, Honda Development and Manufacturing of America, LLC
• Q&A
• Close