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ISyE Research to Prevent Breakdowns

Atlanta (August 11, 2009) — Assistant Professor Nagi Gebraeel's research initiative to develop a system for predicting and preventing mechanical breakdowns was recently picked up by KPTV in Portland, Oregon. Gebraeel has designed a system called adaptive prognosis for electronics and manufacturing components that uses electronic sensors to calculate the internal wear in machine parts. His system can be used to predict mechanical failures before they occur, recommending the best economic time to replace fatiguing components. His system can improve not only safety in industries such as aviation but also save in financial and maintenance costs.

For more information, see the following video clip:
http://web11.mediavsn.com/UserSavedClips/103582c1-71f8-47af-b799-4b1c36c796e8.asx

For more information contact:
Barbara Christopher, Industrial and Systems Engineering
Contact Barbara Christopher
404.385.3102


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