The William States Lee College of Engineering
I am very excited be teaching MEGR 3171: Mechatronics I during the upcoming fall semester. This is a great new course that offers an important introduction to the interdisciplinary field of mechatronics, which combines mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering principles. Mechatronics I focuses on the foundational concepts necessary for understanding and designing integrated engineering systems. … Read more
Dr. Roger Tipton, a dedicated academic at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC) specializing in sustainable materials and ocean pollution, is set to actively participate in two significant events in New York City this June 2025: the United Nations World Ocean Day and an event hosted by the esteemed Explorers Club. As a … Read more
Charlotte, NC, will be hosting the 2025 Southeast Chapter of the American Association of Airport Executives (SEC-AAAE) Annual Conference. This event, will be held at the Westin Charlotte from March 22-25, 2025, bringing together a diverse group of aviation professionals. The SEC-AAAE conference is a key event for those involved in airport management and operations … Read more
Dr. Roger Tipton is thrilled to be teaching Measurements and Instrumentation once again this semester. This essential course in mechanical engineering lays the groundwork for understanding how to generate and utilize data to inform decision-making processes. With over 110 students enrolled, this promises to be an exciting and dynamic class. Dr. Tipton looks forward to guiding the … Read more
Dr. Roger Tipton is delighted to announce his invitation to the Financial Times Global Boardroom event, scheduled for December 4 to 6, 2024. This award-winning conference, now in its eighth edition, is set to debate strategies for growth amid ongoing geopolitical, economic, and technological disruption. A Year of Significant Challenges and Opportunities The 2024 Global … Read more
Dr. Roger Tipton, an Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Science at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, will be attending the Materials Research Society (MRS) Annual Meeting in Boston from December 1 to December 5, 2024. This prestigious conference brings together leading researchers and industry experts from around the world to discuss … Read more
This past week, I had the privilege of attending the Charlotte Aviation Innovation and Research Institute’s Airport Engineering Meeting, held on October 7th and 8th, 2024. The event brought together leading experts, engineers, and researchers from around the globe to discuss the latest advancements and challenges in airport engineering. Agenda Highlights 1. Airline Industry Trends: The … Read more
We are thrilled to announce a significant milestone achieved by the collaborative efforts of researchers from the University of South Florida, Oregon State University, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. The United States Patent and Trademark Office has officially granted U.S. Patent 12,050,343 for a groundbreaking invention in the field … Read more
As the fall semester of 2024 approaches, Dr. Roger Tipton will be teaching Measurements and Instruments again this semester. About Professor Tipton With a career that spans over two decades in industry and academia, Dr. Tipton brings a wealth of knowledge and practical experience to the Mechanical Engineering department at UNCC. His research into developing new sustainable … Read more
We’re proud to share that our research paper, “Consumer Food Waste Upcycled into Lignocellulosic Materials that are Utilized in Polyethylene Biocomposites,” (DOI: 10.1557/s43580-024-00897-y) has been published in MRS Advances Journal. This marks a significant milestone for the Performance Materials Lab and our commitment to sustainability. Our team, including Troy Powell, John Doughty, Yiro Shimabukuro, Clayton … Read more