Dr. Stephen C. Veldhuis
Professor, Director (MMRI) and Braley-Orlick Chair in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
Department of Mechanical Engineering
- Expertise:
- Manufacturing; Machine tools; Precision machining; Ultra precision machining; Manufacturing process modeling & simulation; Tribology; Nano indentation; Surface engineering; Hard wear protective coatings; Process optimization
- Research Clusters:
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- Email:
- veldhu
- Office:
- JHE-326D (Mail to JHE-310)
- Phone:
- +1 905.525.9140 x 27044
- Lab:
- JHE109, 109a, 112
- Phone:
- +1 905.525.9140 x 27800
Overview
Specific Research Activities
My current research interests lie in the area of high performance manufacturing with a specific focus on precision and ultra precision machining. The main objective of my research is to enhance competitiveness of machining operations by improving productivity and quality while reducing cost. The approach taken involves a detailed framework for selecting and developing tooling followed by process optimization which aims to fully utilize the capabilities of the tool and machine.
Education
B. Eng and Mgmt. McMaster University, 1990; M. Eng., Carnegie Mellon University, 1992; Ph.D., McMaster University, 1998
Publications
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Related Courses
| Code | Title | Instructor | Outline | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MECH ENG 4Q03 Undergraduate / Technical Elective | Mechanical Vibrations | Outline | More Info. | |
| MECH ENG 6Q03 Graduate | Mechanical Vibrations | Outline | More Info. | |
| MECH ENG 710 (TERM 2)Graduate | Machine Tool Analysis | Outline | More Info. |
Veldhuis Related News
July 13, 2022 / Department News
McMaster welcomes local industry and government leaders for Hamilton Nuclear Showcase
At a showcase of Hamilton’s world-class nuclear research, services, engineering and innovation sector, Stephen Veldhuis highlighted work at the MMRI and a mechanical engineering alumnus presented on Unified Engineering.
June 22, 2022 / Department News
In the Media: Next Generation of Skilled Talent Finds Solutions at the McMaster Manufacturing Research Institute
As manufacturers contend with new challenges, the MMRI is finding solutions in its resources: world-class facilities, industrial-scale equipment, and the crux of innovation — its people.
April 28, 2022 / Department News
McMaster University 1 of 2 Canadian institutions selected for premier EcoCAR EV Challenge
McMaster University has been chosen as one of 15 institutions across North America to engineer a 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ in the EcoCAR EV Challenge.
February 17, 2022 / Department News
Minister Fedeli tours MMRI with demonstration from award-winning Mac Eng student
Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, visited the McMaster Manufacturing Research Institute (MMRI) to explore the cutting-edge innovation in advanced manufacturing at the university.
January 14, 2022 / Department News
Hamilton virology lab gets a ‘grasp’ on COVID-19 testing
The Hamilton Regional Laboratory Medicine Program, together with the McMaster Manufacturing Research Institute — directed by Stephen Veldhuis — and Coreprint Patterns, created a grasping tool to confront global supply-chain shortage on forceps and keep up with the demand of COVID-19 tests.