Patrick opdenbosch



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PATRICK OPDENBOSCH

(404) 483 5984

patrick.opdenbosch@gatech.edu

http://www.imdl.gatech.edu/opdenbosch



OBJECTIVE


I seek a research position that will enable me to work on innovative ideas in intelligent control design and implementation. My preferred areas of application are robotics, mechatronics, hydraulics, pneumatics, automotive, process automation, fault diagnostics/prognostics, and medical devices.

SUMMARY


Mechanical Engineer with over 5 years of experience conducting research while developing innovative analytical and empirical solutions. Highly experienced with control design and implementation. Skilled to find effective short and long term solutions. Highly creative, self-motivated, and organized to achieve project goals.

EDUCATION


Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA

  • Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering (Ph.D.). Expected Graduation: December 2007.

GPA: 4.00/4.00

Thesis: Auto Calibration and Control Applied to Electro Hydraulic Valves

Advisor: Dr. Nader Sadegh, Dr. Wayne J. Book.

Minor: Applied Mathematics



  • Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (MSME). May 2005.

GPA: 4.00/4.00

Area: Advanced control techniques applied to hydraulics

Coursework: Linear State Space Control Systems, Advanced Dynamics, Digital Control, Robotics, Nonlinear Systems and Control, Advanced Fluid Mechanics, Intelligent Control, Adaptive Control, Advanced Thermodynamics, and Optimal Control.


  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME). August 2002.

GPA: 3.98/4.00

Senior Project: Design of Self-Recovery Winch for Off-Road Sport Utility Vehicle Rescue

Honors/Awards: Highest Honors, Cooperative Seal, Dean’s List, Faculty Honors, OMED Award.

EXPERIENCE


Graduate Research Assistant, Georgia Institute of Technology. Atlanta, GA

George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering. August 2002-present.



  • Invented a novel algorithm that enables simultaneous auto-calibration (learning of the system’s inverse input-state dynamic map) and control of complex nonlinear systems.

  • Developed an efficient implementation of the novel algorithm using SIMULINK/XPC-Target.

  • Elaborated a complex dynamic model of a novel two-stage bidirectional Electro-Hydraulic Poppet Valve (EHPV) in SIMULINK and used it for controller experimentation via simulations.

  • Applied the auto-calibration and control method to 4 independent EHPV’s that resulted in an improved independent metering motion control of hydraulic pistons.

  • Investigated methods for implementing fault diagnostics with online learning of valve dynamics.

  • Assembled the hydraulic test bed for controller experimental evaluation and validation. The test bed consisted of a variable displacement pump, manual valves, EHPV’s, a hydraulic piston, and inertial loads. I used CAN bus for control hardware data communications.


Graduate Teaching Assistant, Georgia Institute of Technology. Atlanta, GA

George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering.



  • System Dynamics and Controls. Summer 2003

    • Lectured on fluid power system modeling, stability analysis, and classical controllers.

    • Prepared and graded exams, quizzes, and motivating homework for a class with ~30 students.

  • Robotics. Fall 2006 & Fall 2007

    • Supervised and improved the undergraduate senior level robotics laboratory for ~20 students.

    • Guided students on 6 final projects to successful completion.

    • Developed a brand new mobile robot lab assignment and the control code in less than 2 days.

  • Engineering Graphics and Visualization. Summer 2007

    • Lectured on creating 3D object representations using AutoDesk Inventor.

    • Graded exams and lab activities via electronic feedback for ~30 students.


Graduate Research Engineer, HUSCO International. Waukesha, WI

Research and Development (R&D) Department. Summer 2005 & Summer 2006



  • Implemented a learning control algorithm using XPC-Target and CAN bus communications for motion control of the boom function of a midsize telehandler.

  • Elaborated tools that accelerated the testing and verification of embedded control code.

  • Created an EASY5 model to test a novel hydraulic valve arrangement seeking a more efficient and improved independent metering motion control of hydraulic pistons.


Mechanical Engineer Intern, General Electric Co. Atlanta, GA

Power Plants System Department. September 1998-May 2002.



  • Investigated job-site emerging problems and developed computer models to explain solutions.

  • Designed and reviewed equipment drawings and instrumentation diagrams for the gas turbine interfacing systems in simple and combined cycle power plants.

  • Prepared and reviewed technical calculations for interfacing hydraulic systems.

  • Developed equipment bidding specifications following relevant engineering sizing calculations.

  • Managed the bidding, review, and purchasing of interfacing components for gas turbines.



SOFTWARE/HARWARE SKILLS


  • Knowledge of: Microsoft Office tools, AutoCAD, MathCAD, MATLAB, SIMULINK, XPC-Target, Modelica, EES, LABVIEW, EASY5, C/C++, Solid Works, Inventor, Scientific Word, and others.

  • Worked with: NI Data Acquisition hardware, CAN interfaces, analog/digital sensors, milling machines, and lathes.



PERSONAL SKILLS


  • Experienced in PC’s and Macintosh computers.

  • Fluent in English and Spanish, with knowledge of French.

  • Able to self-learn new technology fast.

  • Possess leadership and communication abilities to work in groups or individually.



HONORS AND AWARDS


  • Fluid Power Motion Control Center Award for 1st/2nd place research project (Georgia Tech 2004/2005)

  • Faculty Honors and letters of recognition for obtaining GPA’s of 4/4 (Georgia Tech 1998-2002)

  • OMED award for outstanding scholastic achievement (Georgia Tech 2001, 2002, 2005)

  • Letter of recognition for being among the top 30 students in the 1995 graduating class in Colombia



ORGANIZATIONS


  • Student member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineering (ASME) since 2004

  • Student member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) since 2005



SELECTED TECHNICAL PAPERS


  • Opdenbosch, P., Sadegh, N., and Book, W., (2004), “Modeling and Control of an Electro-Hydraulic Poppet Valve”, In Fluid Power and Systems Technology Division (Publication) FPST, vol. 11, pp. 103-110.

  • Opdenbosch, P., and Sadegh, N., (2005), “Control of Discrete-Time Systems via Online Learning and Estimation”, In Proc. IEEE/ASME Intl. Conference on Advanced Intelligent Mechatronics, pp. 975-980.

  • Opdenbosch, P., and Sadegh, N., (2005), “Control of Electro-Hydraulic Poppet Valves via Online Learning and Estimation”, In Fluid Power and Systems Technology Division (Publication) FPST, vol. 12, pp. 57-62.

  • Opdenbosch, P., Sadegh, N., and Book, W., (2008), “Learning Control Applied to Electro-Hydraulic Poppet Valves”, (submitted to the 2008 American Control Conference)

  • Opdenbosch, P., Sadegh, N., and Book, W., (2008), “On Controlling Electro-Hydraulic Poppet Valves”, (submitted to International Journal of Fluid Power)



ADDITIONAL DATA


  • Willing to relocate

  • Able to work in Europe (Belgian Citizen)

  • Certified PADI open water diver

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