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Thomas E. Crippen, Ph.D., P.E.
Areas of Interest and Expertise
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The new product development process
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Biomechanics (Orthopedics, Ophthalmology)
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Finite element analysis
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Experimental stress analysis
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Kinematics and dynamics
Current Funded Research
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"Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) Cargo Restraint Gripping System," Office of Naval Research, SBIR/STTR Program,
in conjunction with Product Concept Development, Inc., Palestine, TX.
* Phase I, July 03 - Dec 03, $70K
* Phase II, Nov 04 - Aug 06, $500K
* Phase II Option, June 06 - Dec 06, $250K
>> The objective of the project is to develop a quick-release cargo restraint system for the Navy’s Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC).
The system is to reduce the time required to secure and release cargo on the LCAC without incurring a weight penalty over the existing lashing system.
A smart quick-attach/quick-release system was prototyped in Phase I. In Phase II, the system is being developed further and will result in a prototype
suitable for testing in a simulated operational environment. <<
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"High Power Density Swaging Device," Office of Naval Research, SBIR/STTR Program, in conjunction with Product Concept Development, Inc., Palestine, TX.
* Phase I, Aug 06 - Jan 07, $70K
>> The objective of the project is to develop a high capacity swaging press that is lightweight and portable for use on an aircraft carrier. The device is to be used
to attach terminal elements to the purchase cable of the arresting gear system.<<
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"Structural Analysis of the Verhoef FL-50 Freefall Lifeboat for Shell," Verhoef Aluminium Scheepsbouw Industrie, B.V.; co-Investigator; $94,670.56
Master of Engineering Projects
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Hooker, John, "Mechanics of Foldable Intraocular Lens - Incision Size Interaction in Cataract Surgery" (Completed
Spring '04)
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Woodford, Michael, "A Study of Chordal Action in Silent Chain Drives"
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Smiley, Brent, "Applications of the Six Sigma Process Improvement Methodology in a Manufacturing Environment" (Completed Fall '04)
Other Research
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