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New preeminent scholars bring revolutionary research to Texas A&M

Preeminent Scholars Dr. M. Cynthia Hipwell and Dr. James Hubbard Jr. are bringing cutting-edge research to Texas A&M University's College of Engineering.

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Cynthia Hipwell

Featured Researcher: Dr. M. Cynthia Hipwell

Department: Mechanical Engineering
Title: TEES Eminent Professor

Email: cynthia.hipwell@tamu.edu
Phone: 979.458.2564

When she joined the department in 2017, Dr. M. Cynthia Hipwell brought a wealth of experience in nanotechnology, tribology, sensors and actuators. She is putting that expertise to use through her INnoVation tools and Entrepreneurial New Technology (INVENT) laboratory. Hipwell works alongside researchers well-versed in tribology, materials, cognitive ergonomics and human-machine interactions to develop important innovations like high-resolution, flexible tactile sensors and actuators that can be used for haptic feedback applications in communications, hazardous work environments, virtual reality and design. She also seeks to develop improved understanding of the finger-device interface to create optimal performance in haptic devices.

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James Hubbard

Featured Researcher: Dr. James Hubbard Jr

Department: Mechanical Engineering
Title: TEES Eminent Professor

Email: jhubbard@tamu.edu
Phone: 979.458.8793

The department welcomed Dr. James Hubbard Jr. in spring 2018. His state-of-the-art motion-capture studio is already pushing new boundaries in autonomous vehicle technology development. Hubbard’s StarLab, located on the 2,000-acre RELLIS campus, will feature more than 40 high-speed motion-capture cameras, a capture volume of 40 by 40 feet, and a holodeck-like environment well-suited for testing and developing new methods and technologies. Hubbard’s current projects include an autonomous shuttle service for handicapped individuals, which he is working on with Dr. Srikanth Saripalli, and development of smart seats for autonomous vehicles capable of monitoring their riders’ conditions.

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