Growing Entrepreneurially Minded Undergraduate Researchers with New Product Development in Applied Energy

Abstract

Engineering Technology program where he has a special focus on fluid power (hydraulic systems) research and instruction.Dr. Garcia-Bravo investigates how hydraulic systems can improve the performance and efficiency of heavy duty vehicles.He also researches techniques for the creation of flexible components with embedded sensors using additive manufacturing for robotics, rehabilitation and industrial applications.During his time at Purdue, he has been awarded several grants to develop technology for the improvement of fluid power systems.As the director of his research group at Purdue, he received funding for the development of contamination resistant valves for the