David G Taylor

David G. Taylor is a full Professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology's School of Electrical and Computer Engineering since 1988. His technical expertise focuses on systems and controls, with specialization in electromechanical systems, robotics, and automotive control systems. He holds office in VL Building, Room 474, and can be reached via email or telephone at 404/894-8910.

Education:

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
• M.S. and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

Research interests emphasize electromobility solutions, vehicle powertrains, motion sensing technologies, and industrial automation. His work bridges theoretical control system design with practical applications in manufacturing and automotive industries. He actively contributes to professional organizations including the IEEE (Senior Member) and chaired the American Control Conference.

Award Highlights:

• NSF Presidential Young Investigator Award (1990s)
• Sigma Xi Thesis Advisor Awards (multiple recipients)

Professional Contributions: Serves as technical advisor for electromechanical system design projects and maintains affiliations with major engineering professional bodies. His current research explores next-generation vehicle electrification and smart manufacturing frameworks.