Travis Burgers

Travis Burgers is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at South Dakota State University (SDSU) and the University of South Dakota. He holds a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering with a biomechanics emphasis from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, an M.S. in civil engineering from Colorado State University, and a B.S.E. in mechanical engineering from Dordt University. His academic and professional experience includes roles as a staff research engineer at CNH/Raven Industries and senior mechanical design engineer at Philips Health Systems. His research focuses on solid mechanics, biomechanics, medical devices, orthopedics, computational modeling, and precision agriculture. He has contributed to advancements in valve control systems, droplet analysis, and agricultural equipment automation.

Key research areas include biomechanical studies on bone fracture healing, mechanotransduction, and the design of medical devices. His work in agriculture involves optimizing sprayer systems and autonomous equipment, with a focus on precision farming techniques. Burgers has collaborated with industries such as Philips-Medisize and the Van Andel Institute, contributing to both academic and applied research projects.

His publications span topics like AI-driven droplet tracking, valve control algorithms, and biomechanical modeling. While no formal awards or grants are listed, his industry-academia collaborations highlight practical applications of his research. Burgers is affiliated with the Department of Mechanical Engineering at SDSU and maintains an office in Crothers Engineering Hall, Brookings, SD.