Aaron May
Robotics & Vision Systems Engineer at Parker Hannifin
Robotics Engineer at Parker Hannifin's Corporate Technology Ventures
I am a robotics and vision systems engineer at Parker Hannifin.  I manage a corporate proof of concept lab in which I test out methods to automate processes, supporting all sites within the company.  I help educate engineers across the corporation as to the capabilities of robotics and machine vision and lead a global community of practice within the company to share best practices, new products/technologies, and lessons learned.  I also champion robotic safety by helping the sites understand the safety standards and facilitating risk assessments on new robotic cells.

I graduated with my master's degree in mechanical engineering on May 2, 2014 and my bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from Georgia Tech on May 8, 2010.  My master's specialization was in robotics/mechatronics, with a minor in applied physiology.
Parker Hannifin
https://www.linkedin.com/company/parker-hannifin
Macedonia, Ohio
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Robotics & Vision Systems Engineer
Parker Aerospace
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I supported both new product development and sustaining of current programs of servovalves.  My contributions included component design, CAD modeling through CATIA, engineering drawing creation, tolerance analysis, and finite element analysis.
Dublin, GA
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Design Engineer
Chrysler Group LLC
https://www.linkedin.com/company/fcagroup
I was responsible for carry-over spoilers, in which I processed changes in current production spoilers for engineering changes and bill of materials management.  I also tested spoiler attachment strategies in environmental labs and coordinate product evaluation runs at production plants to assess design changes of exterior trim parts.
Auburn Hills, MI
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Product Engineer
Chrysler
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I developed datum schemes and tolerances for rear fascia and exterior plastic components on vehicles, as well as created engineering drawings detailing Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing for components and assemblies.  I also maintained the department website with current document revisions and contact information
Auburn Hills, MI
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Dimensional Engineer
Johnson Controls Automotive
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I ensured that car seats and doors built met the quality standards of the company and the customer.  I investigated issues to determine the root cause and took corrective action to prevent the issue recurring.  I also become a lab technician, measuring seats with a Faro Arm CMM and calibrating equipment.
West Point, GA
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Quality Technician
Ethicon Endo-Surgery
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In my third rotation, I investigated field complaints about an implantable medical device and conducted bench top tests to simulate the failure conditions seen in the body in order to better understand the cause of failure.  I also performed a Design of Experiment for assembling components of a medical device which led to a new process of assembling the components in production to improve performance.
Cincinnati, OH
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R&D Coop
Ethicon Endo-Surgery
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In my second rotation, I determined the dimensions of a component of a surgical device by creating a MATLAB script that took the requirements of the part (loading, desired safety factor, known dimensions) as inputs and performed stress-strain analysis to output the optimal dimensions of the part. I also performed finite element analysis using NX-5 and Nastran and bench top tests of prototypes to verify the MATLAB results.  An invention idea I submitted during this rotation was later included in a patent application by EES.
Cincinnati, OH
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R&D Coop
Ethicon Endo-Surgery
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In my first coop rotation, I planned and performed testing of current surgical devices to create a comparison for a new model being designed.  I also coordinated the logistics of ordering parts from the manufacturing facility, assembling them, and sterilizing them to prepare the devices for testing
Cincinnati, OH
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R&D Coop
Master's degree
Specialization in Robotics/Mechatronics with a minor in Applied Physiology
Mechanical Engineering
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Georgia Institute of Technology
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BSME
Mechanical Engineering
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Georgia Institute of Technology
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American Society of Mechanical Engineers
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Advanced Mechatronics
ME 6408
Digital Control Systems
ME 6403
Dynamics of Mechanical Systems
ME 6441
Introduction to Mechatronics
ME 6405
Linear Control Systems
ME 6401
Locomotion Neuromechanics
APPH 6232
Muscle Structure and Plasticity
APPH 6600
Robotics
ME 6407
Structural Vibrations
ME 4189
ABB
RobotStudio Instructor
ABB
Accelerated Programming for Integrators
KUKA Robotics
KR C4 Programming 2
Cognex Corporation
In-Sight Spreadsheets Standard and Advanced
KUKA Robotics
LBR iiwa Programming and Commissioning
KUKA Robotics
KR C4 Programming 1
AIA - Advancing Vision + Imaging
www.visiononline.org
Certified Vision Professional - Basic
http://www.visiononline.org/meet-our-certified-vision-professionals.cfm#basic
ABB
RobotStudio
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-kelm-a40412b3
Northfield, OH
Jack Kelm
Robotics Engineer
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Berkeley, CA
Jeff Mahler
Co-Founder, CTO at Ambi Robotics (We're hiring!)
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Cleveland, OH
Allen Wenzl
Data Scientist at Parker Hannifin
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Houghton, MI
Melinda Henry
Manufacturing Engineer Leadership Development Associate at Parker Hannifin
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Bristol, CT
Richard Sanchez jr
IT Analyst II at Parker Hannifin
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San Francisco Bay Area
Michael Pennisi
Senior Project Engineer at Parker Hannifin
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Weatherford, TX
Robert Kratman
Plant Accountant
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Towson, MD
Jeff Weiland
Team Lead - US B2B Robotics
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Los Angeles, CA
Marcus Alexander Rodriguez
Structures Engineer at UAV Forge
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Livonia, MI
Erlin Guri
Mechanical Engineering at University of Michigan
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Northfield, OH
Matthew Mezzio
Manufacturing Engineer I at Parker Aerospace
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New York City Metropolitan Area
Craig Chapman
Fluid Power Regional Sales Manager at Parker Hannifin
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Waterford, MI
Stephen Zygmontowicz
Communicator | Strategist | Innovator |  Motivator | Mentor | Relationship Builder |  Client Satisfaction | Team Builder
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Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
Amee Hickey
Mechanical Engineer at Lennox International PD&R Group
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Paris
Robin Michel
Project manager, IT Consultant, UX/UI Designer, Manager @Polyconseil
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Bloomfield, CT
Patrick McCotter
Division Quality Manager at Parker Hannifin
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Detroit Metropolitan Area
Satish Krishnasamy Radha
Restraint Systems CAE & Test Engineer at ZF
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San Antonio, TX
David Hamby
Controls Engineer - Value added Systems at Parker Hannifin
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Corvallis, OR
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Lab Operations Manager
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Oldham
Aaron May
MD - PROTEX FIRE & SECURITY LTD - SSAIB (Intruder, CCTV, Access) - BAFE (Fire Alarm Design, Install, Maintenance, Commission)
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Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area
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President Apex Property Management
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Bunbury, WA
Aaron May
Managing Director of Supersett Constructions PTY LTD
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Los Angeles, CA
Aaron May
Partner at Halpern May Ybarra Gelberg LLP
The Georgia Tech Professional Network
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Georgia Tech's George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering
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Motion and Control - Technology and Systems
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Robotics, Drones, Unmanned Vehicles
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Mechanical Engineers Network
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Georgia Tech Alumni Association
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A3 Robotics
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Georgia Tech Rugby Club Alumni
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ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers)
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