Sudhir Kaul, Ph.D.
Professor, Department Chair
- Milwaukee WI UNITED STATES
Sudhir Kaul's research interests include dynamic modeling for vibration isolation, motorcycle dynamics, and fracture diagnostics.
Education, Licensure and Certification
Ph.D.
Mechanical Engineering
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
2006
M.S.
Mechanical Engineering
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
2003
B.E.
Mechanical Engineering
Birla Institute of Science and Technology, Pilani, India
1995
Licensed Professional Engineer
South Africa
(Registration No: 20110074, since April 2011, valid till April 2026)
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Biography
Dr. Sudhir Kaul is chair of Mechanical Engineering Department at MSOE where he oversees the strategic direction and academic development of the department. He works closely with faculty members to enhance the curriculum, strengthen industry partnerships, and promote collaborative research initiatives.
Kaul came to MSOE from Western Carolina University in North Carolina where he served as a professor in WCU’s School of Engineering and Technology and program director of the school’s engineering program. He began his academic career as a senior lecturer at the University of Pretoria in South Africa and then moved to the University of Mount Union in Ohio where he served as an assistant professor and interim department chair. Kaul has held academic positions since 2008.
Kaul’s industry experiences include development of vibration isolation systems, motorcycle powertrains, and hydraulic systems. Additionally, he has published more than 75 articles in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings on topics such as dynamic modeling for vibration isolation, motorcycle dynamics, and fracture diagnostics. He authored “Modeling and Analysis of Passive Vibration Isolation Systems,” a reference book for engineers and researchers involved in the design, development, modeling, analysis, and testing of passive vibration isolation systems and as a reference for a graduate course in vibration modeling and analysis. In 2023, he served as a Fulbright Specialist in Indonesia.
In 2022, Kaul was one of 17 recipients of the University of North Carolina system’s top awards: the UNC Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching. In accepting the award, he said, “My teaching philosophy emphasizes the open-ended nature of engineering problem-solving through a combination of task-based and project-based learning that is integrated with experiential learning. Task-based and project-based learning allow me to inculcate a high level of interaction to create an environment where learning can happen through multiple channels. This also allows me to significantly engage students while simulating real-life engineering projects and blending engineering science with engineering practice.”
Kaul came to MSOE from Western Carolina University in North Carolina where he served as a professor in WCU’s School of Engineering and Technology and program director of the school’s engineering program. He began his academic career as a senior lecturer at the University of Pretoria in South Africa and then moved to the University of Mount Union in Ohio where he served as an assistant professor and interim department chair. Kaul has held academic positions since 2008.
Kaul’s industry experiences include development of vibration isolation systems, motorcycle powertrains, and hydraulic systems. Additionally, he has published more than 75 articles in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings on topics such as dynamic modeling for vibration isolation, motorcycle dynamics, and fracture diagnostics. He authored “Modeling and Analysis of Passive Vibration Isolation Systems,” a reference book for engineers and researchers involved in the design, development, modeling, analysis, and testing of passive vibration isolation systems and as a reference for a graduate course in vibration modeling and analysis. In 2023, he served as a Fulbright Specialist in Indonesia.
In 2022, Kaul was one of 17 recipients of the University of North Carolina system’s top awards: the UNC Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching. In accepting the award, he said, “My teaching philosophy emphasizes the open-ended nature of engineering problem-solving through a combination of task-based and project-based learning that is integrated with experiential learning. Task-based and project-based learning allow me to inculcate a high level of interaction to create an environment where learning can happen through multiple channels. This also allows me to significantly engage students while simulating real-life engineering projects and blending engineering science with engineering practice.”
Areas of Expertise
Passive Vibration Isolation
Motorcycle Dynamics
Structural Dynamics and Control
Fracture Mechanics and Diagnostics
Accomplishments
College Excellence in Mentoring and Advising Award, College of Engineering and Technology, Western Carolina University
2019
Fulbright Specialist, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), US Department of State
2022 - 2025
University of North Carolina (UNC) Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching,
2022
College Distinguished Research and Scholarly Engagement Award, College of Engineering and Technology, Western Carolina University
2020
College Board of Governors Distinguished Teaching Award, College of Engineering and Technology, Western Carolina University
2019
College Distinguished Student Engagement Award, College of Engineering and Technology, Western Carolina University
2018
Chancellor’s Distinguished Teaching Award, Western Carolina University
2016
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Affiliations
- American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
- Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
- American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE)
- International Institute of Acoustics and Vibration
- The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
- Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)
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Selected Publications
Mounting Systems for Electric Powertrains: Optimization and Parameter Sensitivity,
ASME-IMECE, IMECE2023-1096812023
Planar Dynamics of a Motorcycle: Parameter Sensitivity of Ride Comfort to Engine Mounting Systems Nonlinearities
Bicycle and Motorcycle Dynamics Symposium2023
Engine Mounting Systems for Electric Powertrains: Mounting Layouts and Design Parameters
ASME-IMECE, IMECE2022-876462022
Modeling Residual Thermal Stresses in Layer-by- Layer Formation of Direct Metal Laser Sintering Process for Different Scanning Patterns for 316L Stainless Steel
Rapid Prototyping Journal2022
Multi-degree-of-freedom Modeling for Electric Powertrains: Inertia Effect of Engine Mounting System
ASME-IMECE, IMECE2021-662872021
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