Meet Len
Mr. Louthan has a rich background in engine technology advancements, many associated with the challenges associated with propulsion of early UAV platforms. His expertise extends to ground power applications as well as vehicular applications. Len recognized the importance of industry standardization and worked with SAE to found the UAS E-39 Propulsion Standards Committee. He has worked with academia to further develop the Sleeve Valve Engine as well as Hydrogen fueled engines.
Meet Greg
Greg Boss has a wealth of experience associated with product development of complex systems. This skill set is critical to the decision making processes associated with the sleeve valve engine. Navigating through issues involving markets, capabilities, customers, and applications is critical at this stage of development.
Greg has more experience with utilization of AI in this space than anyone else on the team.
Meet Dr. Chen
Dr. Hondge Chen educational background is in metallurgy and tribology. This foundation is key to the successful development of any engine technology. Dr. Chen has worked for the bulk of his career in the development of Internal Combustion Engine systems, with an emphasis on lubrication and fuel delivery/combustion. This has involved countless hours conducting dynamometer tests and development/application of analysis tools associated with such testing.
More recently, he has been honing his skills on predictive performance tools.
Meet Ryan
Ryan began his engineering career working on truck powertrain and has progressed into engineering management
Proven leadership and team work capacity with strong oral and verbal communication skills
Solid mechanical engineering fundamentals and concept development
Sound engineering management capability with project management focus
In addition he has been active in the local SAE activities.