Dr. Gary Mead, Department Chair, Professor

Full CV

Degrees

• PhD in Education, Capella University, MN, USA, 2008
• MS in Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Minnesota State University Mankato, MN, USA, 2000
• BS in Automotive Engineering Technology, Minnesota State University Mankato, MN, USA, 1999

RECENT Publications

• Mead, G., & Kariyawasan, C. Enhanced Handheld Ethanol Engine Study, 2017

• Mead, G., & Olmstead, J. Small Engines Storage Study Final Report, 2016

• Mead, G., & Jones, B. Expanded Storage Study Final Report, 2016

• Mead, G., & Jones, B. Enhanced Handheld Engine Ethanol Test Final Report, 2016

• Mead, G., Olmstead, et al. Presentation SNRE Ethanol Research, Expanded Uses of Ethanol, University of Minnesota, June 2014.

• Mead, G., & Reek, C. Briggs & Stratton 5.25 Redo Final Report, 2014.

• Mead, G., & Krahn, P. Performance Testing of Ethanol Blends in 300 Hour, 4-Stroke Leaf Blowers, 2013.

• Mead, G., Jones, B., Steevens, P., Hanson, N., & Harrenstein, J. An Examination of Fuel Pumps and Sending Units During a 4000 Hour Endurance Test in E20, 2009.

• Jones, B., Mead, G., Steevens, P., & Timanus, M. The Effects of E20 on Metals Used in Automotive Fuel System Components, 2008.

• Jones, B., Mead, G., & Steevens, P. The Effects of E20 on Plastic Automotive Fuel System Components, 2008.

• Jones, B., Mead, G., Steevens, P., & Connors, C. The Effects of E20 on Elastomers Used in Automotive Fuel System Components, 2008.

• Mead, G., Jones, B., Steevens, P., Hanson, N., Devens, T., Rohde, C., & Larson, A. The Effects of E20 on Automotive Fuel Pumps and Sending Units, 2008.

CertificationS

• AERA Engine Builder Association - Certified Engine Machinist and Cylinder Head Machinist

• National Institute for Automotive Service Excellent, NIASE

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Machine Programming Technician - Anertec Corporation, Owatonna, MN
• Automotive Diagnostic Software Test Technician - SPX Corporation, Owatonna, MN
• Electrical Technician - D and M Electric, Good Thunder, MN
• CNC Operations Manager - Fab Shop by Cambria, St. Peter, MN
• Machine Tool Operator - Winco, LeCenter, MN
• CNC Lathe Operator - Mico Incorporated, North Mankato, MN
• Mechanical Assembler - FMC Corporation, Orlando, FL

Courses Taught

• AET 102 - Introduction to Automotive Engineering Technology

• AET 160 - Automotive Technology & Systems

• AET 261 - Automotive Driveability and Diagnosis

• AET 262 - Automotive Computers and Electronics

• AET 366 - Automotive Thermodynamics and Engine Design

• AET 387 - Junior Design Project

• AET 435 - Vehicle Design and Construction

• AET 465 - Automotive Laboratory Experience

• AET 488W - Senior Design Project 1

• AET 489W - Senior Design Project 2

• AET 637 - Automotive Emission Design and Measurement

• AET 661 - Automotive Experimental Research 1

• AET 662 - Automotive Experimental Research 2

Research PROJECTS

• Small Engine Emissions Testing Dyno Development
• FSAE Chassis Design, Development and Testing
• Engineering and Technology Education
• Small Engine Ethanol Study, BR600s
• Seasonal Storage Issues of Intermediate Ethanol Blends
• Briggs 7 Stratton 5.25 Redo
• Intermediate Ethanol Blends in Small Engines
• Durability and Emissions of Two and Four Stroke Small Engines Running on Intermediate Ethanol Blends
• Aftermarket E85 Conversions Using the MegaSquirt ECM
• E20 Fuel Pump Endurance and Compatibility
• The Effects of Bio-Gas on Engine Life
• ATV E20 Emissions and Drivability
• E20 Fuel System Materials Compatibility Study (Plastics and Elastomers)
• E20 Metal Corrosion Study
• Emission Characteristics of Ethanol Bio-Diesel Fuels
• Miscellaneous Fuel Savings and Emissions Reduction Devices
• Reduction of Catalytic Converter Efficiency due to Sulfur in Fuels