MAE Seminar – Machining Fundamentals: From Concept to Product

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MAE Seminar – Machining Fundamentals: From Concept to Product

Dear Undergraduate and Graduate Students, Faculty, and Staff,
You are invited! UF Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering’s Seminar Series
This is a perfect opportunity to enjoy some coffee, cookies, and captivating talks! These sessions feature amazing guest speakers, from academic trailblazers and industry movers to our very own faculty candidates showing off their expertise and fresh perspectives.
Come for the treats, stay for the engaging discussions, and connect with fellow MAE enthusiasts. Everyone is welcome!

Machining Fundamentals: From Concept to Product

Feb 11, 2025, at 12:50pm, Location: MAE-A 303

Mr. Jose A. Nazario Moreno
Machine Support Specialist
PhD student
University of Tennessee-Knoxville

Abstract
This lecture will focus on how my industrial and academic experiences have shaped my personal philosophy and teaching approach when reviewing the manufacturing process for milling applications, from initial design to final inspection. Drawing from my work across various and diverse industries, I’ll share insights on how these real-world experiences inform my teaching of high school, trade school, and undergraduate students. By connecting theoretical concepts to practical applications, I aim to help students understand how manufacturing decisions impact the entire process. Key elements, such as design for manufacturability, optimization of machining parameters, and the importance of final inspection, will be discussed, with a focus on bridging industry practices to classroom learning. Ultimately, my goal is to equip students not only with technical knowledge but also with the problem-solving mindset necessary to succeed in the evolving field of manufacturing.

Biography
My name is Jose Nazario Moreno, and I am a Machine Support Specialist and PhD student at the University of Tennessee-Knoxville. I earned my bachelor’s degree from Case Western Reserve University in 2017 and a master’s degree from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville in 2024. Throughout my academic and professional career, I have focused on advanced manufacturing, product design, and engineering education. I have gained industry experience in automotive, oil and gas, musical instruments, and resistance welding integration. My current PhD research centers on developing low-cost sensors for in-process machining, aimed at enhancing machining parameterization and validation. On my personal time I enjoy playing guitar and spending time coaching FRC robotics.

MAE Faculty Host: Umesh Persad