REID A. BERDANIER - Purdue University

January 2015
REID A. BERDANIER
Purdue University
500 Allison Road
West Lafayette, IN 47907
[email protected]
http://web.ics.purdue.edu/~rberdani
Home Address
1921 Indian Trail Drive
West Lafayette, IN 47906
Cell: 605-415-3238
EDUCATION
2015
(expected)
Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
Advisor: Dr. Nicole L. Key
Dissertation Topic: An Experimental Study of Tip Leakage Flow Effects on MultiStage Compressor Performance
2012
M.S., Mechanical Engineering, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
Advisor: Dr. Nicole L. Key
Thesis Topic: Design of a Multi-Stage Research Compressor for Cantilevered
Stator Hub Clearance Flow Investigations
2010
B.S., Mechanical Engineering, Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY
Summa cum laude, Minor in Mathematics
TEACHING AND MENTORSHIP EXPERIENCE
2015–present Instructor, ME 309, Fluid Mechanics, Purdue University (1 semester)
Responsible for lecture instruction for one section (60 students) of multi-section
course; work with lead instructor Dr. Pavlos Vlachos to develop assignments and
exams; institute new concept inventory assessment for fluid mechanics; interact
with TA team to develop and improve associated laboratory.
2014
Apprentice Instructor, ME 309, Fluid Mechanics, Purdue University (1 semester)
Delivered guest lectures in several course sections; established new midterm exam
review sessions (up to 250 students in attendance); developed homework, exam,
and lecture materials with mentor instructor Dr. Pavlos Vlachos.
2013–present Mentor, High-Speed Compressor Research Laboratory, Purdue University
Mentored younger graduate research assistants and undergraduate students;
introduced peers to research methods and techniques.
2011–2012
Substitute Lecturer, ME 433, Principles of Turbomachinery, Purdue University
Presented lecture material in senior-level turbomachinery design course.
2008–2010
Academic Excellence Workshop Facilitator, Calculus, Syracuse University
Lead weekly workshops for six to eight engineering students; enhanced
understanding of Calculus fundamentals with pre-made worksheets.
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2007–2009
Calculus Tutor, Calculus, Syracuse University
Conducted one-to-one tutoring with undergraduate students; utilized homework
examples to build student understanding.
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
2012–present Graduate Research Assistant, High-Speed Compressor Laboratory, Purdue Univ.
Utilize three-stage research compressor to interrogate rotor tip leakage flows;
incorporate advanced instrumentation techniques; communicate directly with
equipment and instrumentation manufacturers; implement measurement and
inspection techniques for hardware analysis.
2010-2012
Graduate Research Assistant, High-Speed Compressor Laboratory, Purdue Univ.
Designed multi-stage research compressor using proprietary industrial design
tools; performed steady and unsteady 3D RANS CFD analysis of new compressor
design; researched data acquisition systems and instrumentation for new facility.
2010
Compressor Design Intern, Siemens Energy, Orlando, FL
Performed steady 3D RANS CFD analysis for various compressor projects;
conducted two-dimensional throughflow analysis of a new compressor design.
2009–2010
Undergraduate Research Assistant, Anechoic Jet Noise Facility, Syracuse Univ.
Designed and constructed modified synthetic jet actuator devices; calibrated hotwire anemometers and other data acquisition equipment.
2009
Ultrasonic Nondestructive Evaluation Intern, NASA Langley, Hampton, VA
Utilized Schlieren imaging to study diffraction patterns of ultrasonic transducers
and investigate composite material configurations.
PUBLICATIONS
Peer-Reviewed Journal Publications
Berdanier, R.A., and Key, N.L., “Tip Leakage Flow Effects on Multi-Stage Compressor
Performance for Small Core Engine Applications,” in preparation for Journal of Propulsion
and Power.
Berdanier, R.A., and Key, N.L., “Experimental Investigation of Factors Influencing Operating
Rotor Tip Clearance in Multistage Compressors,” in review for International Journal of
Rotating Machinery.
Berdanier, R.A., Smith, N.R., Fabian, J.C., and Key, N.L., 2015, “Humidity Effects on
Experimental Compressor Performance―Corrected Conditions for Real Gases,” Journal of
Turbomachinery, 137(3), 031011 (10 pages).
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Peer-Reviewed Conference Publications
Berdanier, R.A., and Key, N.L., 2015, “Tip Leakage Flow Effects on Multi-Stage Compressor
Performance for Small Core Engine Applications,” submitted to AIAA Joint Propulsion
Conference.
Berdanier, R.A., and Key, N.L., 2015, “Tip Leakage Vortex Flow Patterns in a Multi-Stage
Axial Compressor,” submitted to International Symposium for Unsteady Aerodynamics,
Aeroacoustics, and Aeroelasticity of Turbomachinery.
Berdanier, R.A., and Key, N.L., 2015, “Data Processing Techniques for Measurements Collected
from a Single Slanted Hot-Wire,” submitted to AIAA Fluid Dynamics Conference.
Smith, N.R., Berdanier, R.A., Fabian, J.C., and Key, N.L., 2015, “Reconciling Compressor
Performance Differences with Varying Ambient Conditions,” ASME Power and Energy
Conference, POWER2015-49102.
Berdanier, R.A., Smith, N.R., Fabian, J.C., and Key, N.L., 2014, “Humidity Effects on
Experimental Compressor Performance―Corrected Conditions for Real Gases,” ASME
Turbo Expo, GT2014-25790.
Berdanier, R.A., Hernandez, K.E., Raye, C.P., Horvath, C.P., Graham, L.M., Hatlee, T.P., Phan,
N.H., Pelken, P.M., and Dang, T.Q, 2010, “Integrating Vertical-Axis Wind Turbines and
Photovoltaic Solar Cells to Power a Self-sustaining Outdoor Light Source,” International
Conference on Indoor Air Quality, Ventilation and Energy Conservation in Buildings.
Low, K., El Hadidi, B., Andino, M., Berdanier, R., and Glauser, M., 2010, “Investigation of
Different Active Flow Control Strategies for High Speed Jets Using Synthetic Jet
Actuators,” AIAA Fluid Dynamics Conference, AIAA2010-4267.
SELECTED HONORS AND AWARDS
2014–present Ward A. Lambert Teaching Fellowship Recipient, Purdue University
2012–present National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Recipient
2011–2013
Gerald I. Gilbert Memorial Scholarship, Purdue University (2 awards)
2010, 2011
NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Honorable Mention (2 awards)
2010–2011
Arrasmith Fellowship, Purdue University
2010
George M. Berry Best All-Around Senior in Engineering, Syracuse University
2010
Jay Wyner Award for Excellence in Mechanical Engineering, Syracuse University
2009–2010
Tau Beta Pi Stabile Scholarship
2008–2010
NASA-ASEE Aeronautics Scholarship
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SERVICE AND OUTREACH
2014–present President, Zucrow Laboratories Student Association, Purdue University
Organize outreach programs for K-12 students and informal graduate student
presentation sessions; facilitate student video interviews for fundraising outreach
campaign.
2014–present Past Chair, ASME–IGTI Student Advisory Committee
Participate in organizational meetings to facilitate student-oriented programming at
Turbo Expo; assist in the creation of a new scholarship opportunity for students
interested in becoming involved at Turbo Expo.
2013–2014
Chair, ASME–IGTI Student Advisory Committee
Lead monthly telecon meetings and the introduction of a new student poster
session at Turbo Expo.
2012–2013
Vice Chair, ASME–IGTI Student Advisory Committee
Assisted with creation of a new committee focused on developing student-oriented
events at the annual Turbo Expo conference.
2012–present Sound Technician, Two Cities Church, Lafayette, IN
Setup and operate sound equipment for church services.
2011–present Peer Reviewer, American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Provide feedback for conference and journal publication submissions (Journal of
Turbomachinery and Journal of Engineering for Gas Turbines and Power).
2011–2012
Academic Tutor, Tippecanoe County YWCA Women’s Shelter, Lafayette, IN
Tutored young individuals with all subjects of school work.
2009–2010
President, Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society, Syracuse University
Organized outreach and tutoring programs.
2008–2009
Section Leader, Syracuse University Marching Band Drumline
Coordinated section movements and activities at regular rehearsal sessions.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Member of American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Member of American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA)
Member of Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society
Member of Pi Tau Sigma Mechanical Engineering Honor Society
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