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Office: |
Zurn Science Center, Room 150 |
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Education: |
- B.E.Gannon University
- M.S.Gannon University
- Ph.D. University of Buffalo, State University of New York
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Teaching Interests: |
- ME326 - System Dynamics and Control
- GENG648 - Modeling and Simulation of Dynamic Systems
- GME565 - Computer Assisted Engineeringl
- ME403 - Engineering Analysis
- GME635 - Structural Dynamics
- GME515 - Acoustics and Noise Control
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Research Interests: |
- Closed form mathematical models of distributed parameter systems via Euler-Maclaurin sum formula. Applications to finite state space and transfer function models for control of cables, beams, plates, and acoustic spaces.
- Mathematical modeling and analysis of large deflection dynamics of compliant beam devices, mechanisms, and structures.
- Mathematical modeling and dynamics of component interactions in multi-physics mechatronic systems including flexible structures, actuators, sensors, and controllers.
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Recent Publications: |
- Panza, M.J., 2006, ’A hybrid mathematical model for predicting the noise attenuation of rectangular baffle silencers’, Noise Control Engineering Journal, Nov.-Dec.
- Panza, M.J., 2004, ’Closed form solution for acoustic wave equation between two parallel plates using Euler-Maclaurin sum formula’, Journal Sound and Vibration, 277, pp. 123-132.
- Panza, M.J., 2004, ’Mathematical models for finite controllers for a class of bounded acoustic and structural dynamic systems,’ Proceedings Active 04, Williamsburg, Virginia.
- Panza, M.J. 2003, ‘Variable damping design in position control of a flexible single arm,’ Proceedings ASME DETC-03, Chicago, Illinois, DETC2003-48507.
- Panza, M.J. 2001, ‘Mathematical model for large deflection dynamics of a compliant beam devices, ‘ASME Journal of Dynamic Systems and Control, Vol. 123, pp. 283-288.
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Membership/Awards: |
- Member, American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
- Board Certified Member, Institute of Noise Control Engineers (INCE)
- Gannon University Distinguished Faculty Award
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Hobbies:
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- Reading and studying about the relationship between scientific theories and the biblical account of creation.
- Traveling across country, especially where children and grandchildren are located.
- Reading about American history, especially the civil war.
- Playing basketball
- Following Notre Dame and Pittsburgh Steelers football (“Go Irish” and “Here we go Stillers”)
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