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Jeff Ma is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Saint Louis University's School of Science and Engineering, Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering. He teaches core Mechanical Engineering courses including Computer Aided Engineering, Machine Design, Materials Science, Manufacturing Processes, Principles of Mechatronics, Engineering Fracture Mechanics, Theories of Plasticity, Finite Element Analysis of Composite Materials with Abaqus, Advanced Manufacturing Technology, and Finite Element Method I and II.
- Ph.D. in Computational Solid Mechanics, Kansas State University
- M.Sc. in Mechanical Manufacturing and Automation, Beijing Institute of Technology
- B.Sc. in Mechanical Design and Manufacturing, Beijing Institute of Technology
Dr. Ma's primary research focuses on computational solid mechanics (including Meshless method, Finite Element Method, and Peridynamics), multi-scale modeling of manufacturing processes, and advanced materials processing. His work spans from theoretical computational mechanics to practical applications in machining difficult-to-machine materials like titanium alloys, structural ceramics, superalloys, composites, and biomaterials. He has developed significant expertise in laser-assisted machining, laser peening, and the application of machine learning/AI in manufacturing processes. His research bridges the gap between computational modeling and experimental validation, with strong emphasis on industrial applications.
Recent publications reveal a trend toward integrating computational mechanics with emerging technologies. There's a clear focus on 3D printed composites manufacturing and post-processing, vibration-assisted nano machining techniques, and the coupling of different numerical methods (particularly peridynamics with FEM). His work increasingly incorporates machine learning for quality control and process optimization, reflecting the growing trend of Industry 4.0 in manufacturing research.
- 2022 NAMRC Outstanding Paper Award
- 2019 ASME Reviewers of the Year Award
- Saint Louis University Parks College Outstanding Graduate Faculty Award (2014)
- National Science Foundation (NSF) CMMI Award (2016)
- President's Research Fund Award, SLU (2012)
Dr. Ma serves as Faculty Advisor for the ASME SLU Student Chapter and has been actively involved in numerous research projects funded by NSF and other agencies. He has mentored students in computational mechanics, advanced manufacturing, and materials research. His service includes reviewing proposals for NSF, NASA, and the Nebraska Transportation Center, as well as manuscript reviews for top journals including Engineering Fracture Mechanics and ASME Journal of Manufacturing Science and Engineering. He also serves as an associate editor for SME Journal of Manufacturing Processes.
Dr. Ma directs or is associated with several research laboratories at Saint Louis University, including the Manufacturing System Laboratory with conventional and CNC machine tools, the Mechatronics Laboratory with autonomous mobile robots and PLC systems, and the Laser Peening Laboratory which operates in collaboration with the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory. These facilities support both educational activities and research projects focused on advanced manufacturing technologies.
