Scott F. Miller

Scott F. Miller is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Hawaii's College of Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering. His research focuses on biomedical engineering, surgical instrument design, medical device development, friction stir welding, and tribology. He holds a PhD from the University of Michigan (2006).

Education:

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, 2006

Research Interests:

Dr. Miller specializes in advanced manufacturing techniques for medical applications, including surgical instruments and healthcare systems. His work also explores material behavior under extreme conditions, thermal-electric processes in surgical tools, and friction-based manufacturing methods like drilling and welding. His research bridges mechanical engineering fundamentals with clinical and biomedical applications.

Publications Overview:

His recent work spans fuzzy logic control in precision machining, thermal modeling of electrosurgical devices, and material microstructural analysis in friction drilling. These studies emphasize process optimization, material performance, and biomedical integration in manufacturing systems.

Labs/Teams:

Maintains a research group focused on medical device innovation and advanced manufacturing technologies. His lab is associated with the University of Hawaii's Mechanical Engineering department, with projects often involving collaborative industry partnerships.