Sonya Smith

Howard University, University of New Hampshire

Papers

Total Citations

H-Index

About

Sonya Smith is a researcher whose work bridges the frontiers of industrial automation and space radiation detection. Her most cited paper, "Performance Evaluation of Fuzzy Switching Position Controller for Automation and Process Industry Control" (2011, 24 citations), introduces a novel two-input fuzzy switching position controller that mimics the structure of a bang-bang controller. This work offers a practical, rule-based solution for precise control in process industries, demonstrating how fuzzy logic can simplify complex automation tasks. In a striking pivot to space technology, Smith also contributed to "Dose spectra from energetic particles and neutrons" (2013, 4 citations), an early-stage project for the DoSEN system. This research combines advanced radiation detection concepts to measure both the energy and charge of particles, offering fundamental advantages over traditional dosimetry for astronaut safety. Smith’s ability to contribute meaningfully to both terrestrial control systems and space radiation monitoring highlights her versatility as an engineer and scientist, making her work relevant to students and researchers in automation, aerospace, and radiation physics alike.