Resume of Gregory W. Davis, Ph.D., P.E.
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`Education & Credentials
`¨ Ph. D. in Mechanical Engineering, The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, 1991
`¨ Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Oakland University, 1986
`¨ Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor,
`1982
`¨ Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Michigan, License # 35473
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`Fall 2009
`to Present
`Spring 2003
`to Present
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`Professional Experience
`Fall 1997
`Professor of Mechanical Engineering & Director-Advanced Engine Research
`to Present
`Laboratory (AERL), Kettering University. Responsibilities include leading and
`coordinating automotive engineering curriculum including faculty and graduate
`research. Teaching graduate and undergraduate mechanical engineering
`courses along with directing all research and development activities in the
`AERL. The AERL specializes in the design, development and testing of
`automotive systems including both laboratory and on-road data acquisition &
`control.
`Developer & Instructor, Continuing Professional Development Programs.
`Develop & Teach continuing education short courses for industrial clients.
`Instructor, SAE Continuing Professional Development Programs. Develop,
`Teach, and co-teach short courses in continuing professional development
`directed to automotive powertrain systems and controls, braking, handling,
`chassis, and exterior body systems for SAE at its headquarters and at company
`locations.
`Engineering Consultant. As a licensed Professional Engineer in the State of
`Michigan (35473), I am actively engaged in a variety of engineering
`consultations with both governmental and industrial clients.
`Director, Master of Automotive Engineering Program and Associate Professor,
`Mechanical Engineering Department, Lawrence Technological University.
`Coordinated and taught graduate and undergraduate mechanical engineering
`courses. Also served as Laboratory manager for the Vehicle Dynamics
`Laboratory.
`Lecturer, Whiting School Evening Programs in Engineering & Applied Science,
`Johns Hopkins University. Taught mechanical engineering courses in the
`undergraduate program.
`Ph.D. Candidate & Graduate Asst., College of Engrg., U. of Michigan, Ann
`Arbor. Successfully defended Ph.D. dissertation (July 1991). Taught courses
`in Mechanical Engineering and mentored graduate student teaching assistants.
`Engineering Co-Op., Advanced Engineering, AC-Rochester Div., General
`Motors Corp. Developed IC engine models used to conduct parametric studies
`of the influence of EGR on emissions, valve timing effects, etc.
`Consulting Engineer & Partner, Intellec Systems, Inc. Developed computer
`software for industrial clients.
`Summer Intern, Advanced & Plant Engineering, AC-Rochester Div., General
`Motors Corporation. Developed computer-aided software system for a
`manufacturing plant.
`Graduate Research Asst. with Drs. Bhatt and Wedekind, School of Engineering,
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`Summer 1991
`To Present
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`Winter 1995
`to Fall 1997
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`Fall 1992
`to WI 1995
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`Fall 1986
`to Summer
`1991
`Winter 1988
`to Fall 1988
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`Spring 1987
`to 1999
`Summers 1986
`to 1987
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`Winter 1985
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`to Spring
`1986
`Summer 1982
`to Winter
`1985
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`Winter 1979
`to WI 1980
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`Oakland University. Developed & utilized computer -aided data acquisition
`control and analysis software for heating system research.
`Associate Engineer, Production Dept., St. Clair Power Plant Detroit Edison Co.
`Responsible for operation and maintenance of turbo-generating units. Promoted
`to Plant Thermal Performance Engineer; duties included performance testing,
`analyzing results, and conducting monthly plant & area staff meetings.
`Engineering Technician, Testing & Evaluation Section, Motor Vehicle
`Emissions. Lab., EPA. Supervised testing, collected & analyzed data, and
`drove vehicle tests.
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`Awards and Honors
`Patents
`¨ ENERGY CONSERVATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS, Jeffrey N. Yu, James W.
`Hill, Gregory W. Davis, U.S. Patent 8,639,430 B2, Issue date January 28, 2014.
`¨ ENERGY CONSERVATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS, Jeffrey N. Yu, Gregory W.
`Davis, Gwynn R. Williams, U.S. Patent 9,063,829 B2, Issue date June 23, 2015.
`¨ ENERGY CONSERVATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS, Jeffrey N. Yu, James W.
`Hill, Gregory W. Davis, U.S. Patent 9,527,514 B2, Issue date Dec. 27, 2016.
`¨ ENERGY CONSERVATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS, Jeffrey N. Yu, Gregory W.
`Davis, Gwynn R. Williams, James W. Hill, EP 2 769 071 B1, Issue date August 15, 2018.
`Teaching Awards
`¨ 2004 Outstanding Teacher Award-Kettering University,
`¨ 1995 U. S. Naval Academy Mechanical Engineering Department Teaching Excellence
`Award,
`¨ 1994 SAE International Ralph R. Teetor Educational Award in Recognition of
`Significant Contributions to Teaching, Research and Student Development,
`Professional Society Honors
`¨ 2009 Small Engine Technology Conference, SAE and SAE of Japan, Certificate of
`Appreciation for significant contributions at the SETC conference,
`¨ 2006 SAE International Outstanding Section Member Award-Mid-Michigan Section in
`Recognition of Extraordinary Achievement by a Mid-Michigan Section Member,
`¨ 2006 American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) recognition of long term
`membership
`¨ 2002 SAE International Award for Excellence in Oral Presentation- Powertrain & Fluid
`Systems Conference,
`¨ 1994 SAE Baltimore Section Recognition of Service Award for Outstanding Leadership
`as Section Activities Chair
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`Advisory Boards & Directorships
`Invited to Scientific Advisory Board of the SDEWES 2020 Gold Coast Conference,
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`2019.
`¨ Scientific Advisory Board Member, 1st Latin American SDEWES Conference on
`Sustainable Development of Energy, Water and Environment Systems, 2018.
`Invited Scientific Advisory Board Member, Sustainable Development of Energy, Water
`and Environment Systems (SDEWES) Conferences, (2016-present).
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`¨ Member of the Advisory Board, National Institute for Advanced Transportation
`Technology, Center for Clean Vehicle Technology, University of Idaho-Moscow, (2007-
`Present),
`¨ Member, SAE International Executive Nominating Committee (ENC), 2016-2018,
`¨ Elected to the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) International Board of Directors
`(2007-2010),
`¨ Chair, SAE International Engineering Education Board (2002-2005),
`¨ Member, SAE International Education Board (2010-2014),
`¨ Director, SAE International Publications Board (2005-2008)
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`Professional Society Membership & Activities
`Tau Beta Pi, Pi Tau Sigma, American Society of Engineering Educators (Author and Reviewer),
`American Society of Mechanical Engineers (Author and Reviewer), Triangle Fraternity, Trustee
`and Vice-President-Triangle Fraternity Education Foundation (2001-2003), Institution of
`Mechanical Engineers (Reviewer- Journal of Automobile Engineering)
`Society of Automotive Engineers:
`¨ SAE International Board of Directors (Director, 2007-2010);
`¨ Education Board (Chair, 2002-2005; Member, 1994-2018);
`¨ Publications Board of Directors (Director, 2005-2008);
`¨ Collegiate Design Series (formerly University Programs Committee) (Chair, 1998-2004,
`2011-2014; member, 1994-2009),
`¨ SAE Faculty Advisor (1992-95, 1998-present);
`¨ Ralph Teetor Committee (Chair-2012, 2004-present);
`¨ Member of Excellence in Engineering Education Award Committee;
`¨ Technical Paper Reviewer and Session Moderator
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`Recent Publications
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`Technical and Text Books
`¨ Davis, G. W., Hoff, C. J., Borton, Z., Ratcliff, M. A., “Legacy Vehicle Fuel System Testing with
`Intermediate Ethanol Blends,” National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Technical Report
`NREL/TP-5400-53606, March 2012
`¨ Davis, G. W., “Using E85 in Vehicles,” Chapter 9, Alcoholic Fuels, CRC Press Taylor & Francis
`Group, ISBN-10 0-8493-3944-8, ISBN-13 978-0-8493-3944-8, Minteer, S. Editor, 2006 (Invited
`Chapter).
`¨ Hoff, C. J., and Davis, G. W., “Introduction to Automotive Powertrains,” Kettering University,
`2000.
`¨ Davis, G. W., Editor for World Book Encyclopedia, Various Automotive Articles, 2012-present.
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`Refereed and Reviewed Publications
`¨ Davis, G. W., and Bastiaan, J., “How the SAE Clean Snowmobile Challenge Helps to Educate
`University Students in Sustainable Development,” Paper No. 0784, 14th Sustainable
`Development of Energy Water and Environment Systems (SDEWES), 2019.
`¨ Bastiaan, J., , Mazzei, A., and Davis, G. W., “Preparing University Students for the Future of
`Sustainable Transportation Through Formula SAE and the AutoDrive Challenge,” Paper No.
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`0799, 14th Sustainable Development of Energy Water and Environment Systems (SDEWES),
`2019.
`¨ Mazzei, A., Davis, G. W., and Bastiaan, J., “An Approach for Learning about Clean Fuels: Baja
`SAE Collegiate Competition,” Paper No. 0783, 14th Sustainable Development of Energy Water
`and Environment Systems (SDEWES), 2019.
`¨ Davis, G. W., “Addressing Concerns Related to the Use of Ethanol-Blended Fuels in Marine
`Vehicles,” Journal of Sustainable Development of Energy, Water and Environment Systems,
`Article In Press, International Centre for Sustainable Development of Energy, Water and
`Environment Systems SDEWESE-ISSN:1848-9257, DOI:
`http://dx.doi.org/10.13044/j.sdewes.d5.0175, 2017.
`¨ Collins, D., and Davis, G. W., “Using Collegiate Competitions to provide an Enhanced
`Engineering Education: A Case Study,” Paper No. 1475, 2017 IEEE Global Engineering
`Education Conference (EDUCON), Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE),
`2017.
`¨ Davis, G. W., and DiGiuseppe, G., “Infusing an Entrepreneurial Mindset into Mechanical
`Engineering Courses: Two Case Studies,” Paper No. 1465, 2017 IEEE Global Engineering
`Education Conference (EDUCON), Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE),
`2017.
`¨ Davis, G. W., “Motivating Students with Bio-fuel Student Engineering Competition Projects,”
`Paper 2016.1196, 19th International Conference on Interactive Collaborative Learning and
`Engineering Pedagogy, also Published in ICL2016 "Advances in Intelligent Systems and
`Computing," Editor: M. Auer, et al, Springer, ISSN: 2194-5357, 2016.
`¨ Davis, G. W., “Addressing Concerns Related to the Use of Ethanol-Blended Fuels in Marine
`Vehicles,” Paper 2016.0321, 2nd Sustainable Development of Energy Water and Environment
`Systems (SDEWES), South East Europe (SEE) Conference, 2016.
`¨ Davis, G. W., “What Is The Role For Collegiate Design Competitions In A Multi-Discipline,
`Diverse World?” Paper No. 1216, 2015 IEEE Global Engineering Education Conference
`(EDUCON), Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 2015, pp. 676-680. doi:
`10.1109/EDUCON.2015.7096042
`¨ Birt, M., and Davis, G. W., “Developing Best Available Technology in a Flex-Fuel Snowmobile
`by Using a Lean-Burn Miller Cycle,” Paper No. JSAE 20139176 / SAE 2013-32-9176, Society of
`Automotive Engineers, 2013.
`¨ Hoff, C. J., Aurandt, J., O’Toole, M. R., and Davis, G. W., “Motivating Student Learning Using
`Biofuel-based Activities,” Paper No. AC 2013-7533, American Society of Engineering
`Educators, 2013.
`¨ Hoff, C. J., Davis, G. W., and Hoff, K., “A Peer-Tutor’s Perspective On Peer-Tutoring In
`Thermodynamics,” Paper No. AC 2012-3581, American Society of Engineering Educators, 2012.
`¨ Hoff, K., Davis, G. W., and Hoff, C. J., “A Peer-Tutor’s Perspective On Peer-Tutoring In
`Thermodynamics,” Paper No. 174, World Engineering Education Forum (WEEF), 2012.
`¨ Davis, G. W., Hoff, C, J., Riffe, W.J., “Incorporating Entrepreneurship into Mechanical
`Engineering Automotive Courses: Two Case Studies,” Technical Paper No. 279, European
`Society for Engineering Education (SEFI), 1st World Engineering Education Flash Week, 2011.
`¨ Davis, G. W., Hoff, C, J., Riffe, W.J., “Incorporating Entrepreneurship into Mechanical
`Engineering Automotive Courses: Two Case Studies,” Paper No. AC2011-2443, American
`Society of Engineering Educators, 2011.
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`¨ Davis, G. W., Lazorcik, G., “Development of a Flexible Fueled Snowmobile Operating on
`Ethanol Blended Gasoline for the 2010 SAE Clean Snowmobile Challenge,” Technical Paper No.
`2010SETC-0157/2010-32-0083, Society of Automotive Engineers, 2010.
`¨ Hoff, C. J., and Davis, G. W., “The Effect of Using Ethanol-blended Gasoline on the
`Performance and Durability of Fuel Delivery Systems in Classic Automobiles,” Technical Paper
`No. 2010-01-2135, Society of Automotive Engineers, 2010.
`¨ Baker, A., and Davis, G. W., “Development of the Kettering University Snowmobile for the 2009
`SAE Clean Snowmobile Challenge,” Technical Paper No. 2009-32-0177 / 20097177,.
`¨ Davis, G. W., Wilson, F., Schickel, B., Baker, A., “Development of Clean Snowmobile
`Technology for Operation on High-Blend Ethanol for the 2008 Clean Snowmobile Challenge,”
`Technical Paper No. 08SETC-0045/2008-32-0053, Society of Automotive Engineers, 2008.
`¨ Davis, G. W., “Demonstrating the Use of High-Blend Ethanol (E85) in Snowmobiles,” ES2008-
`54189, Proceedings of Energy Sustainability 2008, August 10-14, 2008, Jacksonville, Florida
`USA.
`¨ Davis, G. W., and Hoff, C., “Promoting Professional Development in Undergraduate Engineering
`Using Laboratory Team Projects: A Case Study,” Proceedings of the 2008 American Society of
`Engineering Educators Conference, AC 2008-2369, June, 2008.
`¨ Davis, G. W., Sanger, J., Schickel B., and Muxlow J., “Development of Snowmobile Technology
`for Operation on High-Blend Ethanol,” 2007-32-0114(SAE), Society of Automotive Engineers,
`20076614(JSAE), Japanese SAE, 2007.
`¨ Davis, G. W., and Hoff, C., “Using the SAE Collegiate Design Series to Provide Research
`Opportunities for Undergraduates,” Proceedings of the 2007 American Society of Engineering
`Educators Conference, 2007-2879, June, 2007.
`¨ Swartz, C., et al, Davis, G. W.,” Development of Clean Snowmobile Technology for the 2006
`SAE Clean Snowmobile Challenge,” Paper No. 2006-32-0051, Society of Automotive
`Engineers, 2006.
`¨ Davis, G. W., Grobelny, A. E., and Stimpson, J. C., “Testing of a Conventional Two-Stroke
`Snowmobile Engine using Ethanol-Blended Fuels,” 4rd Annual International Energy Conversion
`Engineering Conference, AIAA-2006-62923, June, 2006.
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`Professional Consulting in Engineering Legal Proceedings:
`The following list summarizes my testimony regarding professional consulting for engineering legal
`proceedings over the last four years:
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`¨ Consulting Expert, Fish & Richardson P.C., 2018 to 2020, provided Declaration & Deposition
`testimony
`o Hired on behalf of the Arctic Cat, Inc., USA,
`§ Ex Parte Reexam of: U.S. Patent No.: 8,827,028 Issue Date: September 9, 2014
`Appl. Serial No.: 11/494,890 Filing Date: July 28, 2006 Title: SIDE-BY-SIDE
`ATV, Sunsdahl et al.
`¨ Consulting Expert, Steptoe & Johnson LLP, 2018 to 2020, provided Declaration & Deposition
`testimony
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`o Hired on behalf of American Axle & Manufacturing, Inc., Petitioner, in support of the
`Petitions for Inter Partes Review of U.S. Patent No. 5,772,520, to Neapco Drivelines,
`LLC, Case IPR2018-01761
`¨ Consulting Expert, Brooks & Kushman, P. C., 2018 to 2019, provided Declaration & Deposition
`testimony
`o Hired on behalf of ELECTROJET MOTOR COMPANY, Respondents,
`§ STIHL INCORPORATED and ANDREAS STIHL AG & CO. KG, Petitioners, v.
`ELECTROJET TECHNOLOGIES, INC., Patent Owner.
`Case IPR2018-00018 U.S. Patent No. 6,955,081, Washington, D.C.
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`¨ Consulting Expert, Fish & Richardson P.C., 2016 to 2019, provided Declarations & Deposition
`testimony
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`§ Hired on behalf of the Petitioners Arctic Cat, Inc., USA, in support of the
`Petitions for Inter Partes Review of U.S. Patent Nos. 9,217,501 B2; and
`8,944,449 B2
`¨ Consulting Expert, Fish & Richardson P.C., 2014 to 2019, provided Declaration & Deposition
`testimony
`o Hired on behalf of the Petitioners Arctic Cat, Inc., USA, in support of the Petitions for
`Inter Partes Review of U.S. Patent Nos. 8,827,028 B2; 8,746,719 B2; and 8,596,405 B2.
`§ Arctic Cat Inc., Petitioner, V. Polaris Industries, Inc., Patent Holder, IPR Case
`Nos. 2014-001427 and 2014-001428 (8,596,405); IPR2015-01788 and IPR2015-
`01789 (8,746,719); IPR2015-01781 and IPR2015-01783 (8,827,028)
`§ Arctic Cat Inc., Petitioner, V. Polaris Industries, Inc., Patent Holder, 8,827,028
`Patent Re-Examination, 2017
`¨ Consulting Expert, Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP, 2015 to 2018, provided Declarations &
`Deposition Testimony
`o Hired on behalf of Defendants, CostCo Wholesale Corp., provided Declaration &
`Deposition testimony
`§ Robert Bosch LLC, Plaintiff, v. Alberee Products, Inc., Api Korea Co., Ltd.,
`Saver Automotive Products, Inc., And Costco Wholesale Corporation,
`Defendants. C.A. No. 12-574 (LPS), The United States District Court for The
`District of Delaware
`§ Costco Wholesale Corporation, Petitioner, v. Robert Bosch LLC, Patent
`Holder, IPR Case Nos. Case IPR2016-00042; Case IPR2016-00035;
`IPR2016-00039; IPR2016-00038; IPR2016-00034; IPR2016-00036;
`IPR2016-00040; and IPR2016-00041
`¨ Consulting Expert, Brooks & Kushman, P. C., 2017 to 2018, provided Declaration, Deposition &
`Hearing testimony
`o Hired on behalf of FORD MOTOR COMPANY, Respondents,
`§ Certain Hybrid Electric Vehicles and Components Thereof, Inv. No. 337-TA-
`1042, before the Honorable David P. Shaw, Administrative Law Judge of the
`United States International Trade Commission, Washington, D.C.
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`¨ Consulting Expert, Westerman Hattori Daniels & Adrian, LLP, 2015 to 2016, provided Hearing
`& Deposition testimony
`o Hired expert witness on behalf of Complainants Trico Corporation, Trico Products Corp.
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`In the Matter of CERTAIN WINDSCREEN WIPERS AND COMPONENTS
`THEREOF, Inv. No. 337-TA-964, before the Honorable David P. Shaw,
`Administrative Law Judge of the United States International Trade Commission,
`Washington, D.C.
`¨ Consulting Expert, Brooks & Kushman, P. C., 2013 to 2016, provided Deposition testimony
`o Hired on behalf of the Petitioners Ford Motor Company, USA, in support of the Petitions
`for Inter Partes Review of U.S. Patent No. 7,318,414
`§ FORD MOTOR COMPANY, Petitioner, V. TMC FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM,
`LLC, Patent Holder, IPR Case Nos. 2014-00272, 2014-00273
`¨ Consulting Expert, Brooks & Kushman, P. C., 2013 to 2016, provided Deposition testimony
`o Hired on behalf of the Petitioners Ford Motor Company, USA, v. Paice in support of the
`Petitions for Inter Partes Review of U.S. Patent Nos. 7,104,347 & 7,237,634:
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`IPR Case Nos. 2014-00571, 2014-00579, 2014-00884, 2014-00904, 2014-01416,
`2014-00800, 2015-00794, 2015-00795,2015-00758, 2015-00787, 2015-00722,
`2015-00784, 2015-0791, 2015-00790
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