Zachary D. Asher

Zachary D. Asher is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Western Michigan University, directing the Energy Efficient and Autonomous Vehicles Lab. His research focuses on real-world implementation of energy-efficient and autonomous vehicles, emphasizing safe operation in inclement weather, infrastructure-based sensing, and energy efficiency. He collaborates with industry, government, and academia, including co-founding Revision Autonomy Inc. to commercialize ADAS perception software for snow-covered road conditions.

Education:

• Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Colorado State University, 2018
• M.S., Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, University of Colorado Colorado Springs, 2012
• B.S., Mechanical Engineering, Colorado State University, 2009

Research Interests: Dr. Asher’s work bridges engineering innovation and practical application, addressing challenges in autonomous vehicle resilience, energy optimization, and infrastructure integration. He actively promotes workforce development through educational initiatives and cross-disciplinary partnerships with institutions like the Haworth College of Business.

Grants & Commercialization: Leads projects focused on commercializing autonomous vehicle technologies. Collaborates with Revision Autonomy Inc. to advance ADAS systems for harsh environmental conditions.

Labs & Teams: Directs the Energy Efficient and Autonomous Vehicles Lab, fostering research in vehicle autonomy and sustainability.