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Peter K. Kasper
pkasper@erols.com
Education: M.S., Physics, Arizona State University, 1965.
B.S., Physics, Illinois Benedictine College, 1963.
Graduate studies: Solid State Physics, Structural Dynamics, Underwater Acoustics.
CAE Training: Deneb Robotics Inc., 1994
Work Summary: Mr. Kasper has over 25 years of experience in applied physics research and development. Projects under his direction have ranged from simulation of the acoustics environment inside the space shuttle orbiter to the dynamic stability response of floating missile launch platforms. Among current projects he is investigating the use of virtual reality techniques for medical surgery rehearsal. He has extensive expertise in microcomputer signal processing and dynamic modeling applications using C, PASCAL VISUAL BASIC and FORTRAN
Experience:
1997-Present
Senior Principal Engineer. Provides technical and project management support to the AEGIS Surface Ship program office in the area of theater ballistic missile test and evaluation. Projects undertaken include evaluation of missile test range capabilities, integration of modeling and simulation for missile test planning, exploration of new concepts in target missile miss distance measurement, investigations of the adequacy of missle/test-range radar and telemetry instrumentation and modeling of floating platforms for use as instrumentation and target missile launch test beds.
1989-1997 CASDE Corporation
Director, Technology Development Department. Provides hands-on technical support and direction in the areas of virtual reality, dynamics, acoustics, modeling, simulation and testing. Current programs include a study of the application of virtual reality for surgery rehearsal, study of composite material viscoelastic relaxation, and development of techniques for non-destructive inspection of composite structures. Recent programs have included performing a dynamic analysis of automotive suspension systems for the Chrysler Corporation, analysis of high frequency dynamic excitation of a minesweeper propulsion system support cradle for the Naval Sea Systems Command and airborne and underwater acoustic analysis of the MHC 53 ship for Avondale Industries. In 1991, on sabbatical leave from CASDE, Mr. Kasper served as principal scientist in an Australian Government program to develop advanced methods of modeling mechanical power flow through structures.
1980-1989 NKF Engineering, Inc.
Technical Director, Acoustics Department. Directed and managed shipbuilder efforts to meet stringent Navy ship silencing requirements, including the design and construction of the Mine Countermeasures ship for Peterson Builders, the LSD 44-48 program for Avondale Shipyards, TAK for Boland Marine, and the TAG (USNS Hayes) for Tacoma Boat. Prepared noise control management plans, detailed calculations of generated noise, resolution of noise control problems, presentation of noise training programs to shipyard personnel, critical evaluation of machinery vendor noise test documentation, shipboard noise limit verification testing and interfacing with Navy officials. Developed and applied noise prediction techniques for evaluation of underwater and radiated noise of combatant ships and submarines. Included among analytical techniques adapted for acoustics/dynamics simulation are Statistical Energy Analysis, Finite Element Analysis, Fluid Element, Boundary Integral Method, Direct Dynamic Stiffness Methods, and classical physics solutions. Performed analysis and test comparison of structureborne noise transmission characteristics of submarine foundations, structural acoustic evaluation of submarine hull coatings, numerical modeling of hull radiation efficiency, and prediction of elastic/plastic structural response of submarine machinery foundations to underwater shock excitation. Performed acoustics research for CD/NSWC to develop prediction techniques for analysis of underwater radiated noise and structureborne noise transmission of submarines. Applied finite element/mechanical impedance techniques to model noise transmission in 688 Class submarine foundations and applied statistical energy analysis to evaluate the underwater radiated noise of the SSN 21 stern section.
1973-1980 Wyle Laboratories
Program Manager. Managed and provided technical direction of numerous programs related to the analysis and control of environmental, railway, and aircraft noise. Performed as principal investigator in a study for the Federal Railroad Administration to model the noise exposure environment in a locomotive cab. Participated in a study for the American Association of Railroads to investigate the feasibility of reducing noise and vibration associated with railway operations. Prepared a report to Congress on the feasibility of soundproofing public buildings to alleviate aircraft noise exposure. Assisted various Government agencies in the evaluation and implementation of federal noise control programs.
Head Hampton, Virginia office. Managed department of four acoustical engineers providing technical services to the NASA Langley Aircraft Noise Reduction Division. Managed a joint NASA/NOAA experimental study of air-to-ground sound propagation, development of analytical models of noise from rotating blades, and performance of acoustical qualification tests of NASA wind tunnel facilities.
1972-1973 NKF Engineering, Inc.
Senior Engineer/Engineering Consultant. Provided technical support for a major acoustical engineering contract. Analyzed airborne noise and structural vibration phenomenon related to the design of Navy DD 963 Class destroyer. Predicted ship compartment noise levels and analyzed the sound radiation due to propeller excitation of the stern hull plating. Provided on-site assistance to Ingalls Shipbuilding in resolving vendor noise test documentation.
1970-1972 Koppers Company, Inc.
Chief Development Engineer. Managed corporate noise control laboratory. Planned and directed acoustical research and development programs in the field of machinery silencing. Developed silencing systems for commercial gas turbine engines, and jet aircraft run-up suppressor. Researched the properties of structural damping compounds and sound absorbing materials, and analytical and experimental studies of ducted sound propagation. Developed the acoustical design of the LM 2500 gas turbine propulsion engine enclosure, currently the standard enclosure for the Navy's turbine powered fleet.
1968-1970 LTV Research Center
Senior Scientist. Engaged in theoretical and experimental investigation in acoustics and structural dynamics. Performed work in dynamic response of stiffened shell structures, acoustic transmission of aerospace structures, acoustic scattering of cylinders, and design of dynamic test facilities. Directed the center's computer based research projects and in the field management of a multimillion dollar sonic test program.