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Stephen Boedo is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Rochester Institute of Technology's Kate Gleason College of Engineering. His research focuses on computational methods and design guidelines for dynamically loaded conformal fluid-film bearing systems. Dr. Boedo serves as course coordinator for advanced strength of materials, mechanics of solids, finite elements, and lubrication courses.
Dr. Boedo received his BA in Computer Science from the State University of New York at Buffalo, and his MS in Theoretical and Applied Mechanics and PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Cornell University. He has also served as a Visiting Professor at Cornell University.
Dr. Boedo's primary research area focuses on the development of new computational methods and design guidelines for dynamically loaded conformal fluid-film bearing systems. He studies the interaction of thin lubricant films with structurally compliant surfaces, including effects of geometric irregularity, lubricant supply, and lubricant cavitation on predicted mechanical system performance. His analytical methods have proven useful for understanding engine and compressor bearings, the nonlinear behavior of fluid-film rotors, and the lubrication of artificial human joints. Experimental and numerical studies pertaining to the tribological characteristics of MEMS bearing systems and spherical bearings for optical polishing applications are also part of his research agenda.
Analysis of Dr. Boedo's recent publications reveals a strong focus on mass-conserving approaches to lubrication modeling, squeeze film dynamics, and computational methods for bearing analysis. His work spans traditional mechanical engineering applications like engine bearings while also extending into biomedical applications such as artificial hip joints. The integration of computational methods with practical engineering design appears to be a consistent theme throughout his research career.
- Editorial Board, IMechE Journal of Engineering Science
- Former Associate Editor, ASME Journal of Tribology
Dr. Boedo teaches several key courses in mechanical engineering including MECE-117 Introduction to Programming for Engineers, MECE-350 Strengths II, MECE-605 Finite Elements, and MECE-785 Mechanics of Solids. As course coordinator, he oversees curriculum development for advanced strength of materials, mechanics of solids, finite elements, and lubrication courses.
Dr. Boedo's research involves both theoretical computational work and experimental studies, particularly in the areas of tribology and bearing systems. His patent portfolio includes innovations in artificial hip joint replacement systems and microbearing devices, demonstrating the practical applications of his theoretical work.
