Souran Manoochehri

• PhD (1986) University of Wisconsin - Madison (Mechanical Engineering)
• MS (1983) University of Wisconsin - Madison (Mechanical Engineering)
• BS (1981) Illinios Institute of Technology (Mechanical Engineering)

• ME PhD Qualifying Committee Member
• BOT Finance Committee Member
• Search Committee for Director of Tech Transfer and New Ventures Member
• Search Committee for University Registrar Chair
• SES/SSE Working Group on P&T Guidelines Member
• SES/SSE Working Group on P&T Guidelines Member
• VP Research and Innovation Search Committee Chair
• ME Strategic Planning Committee Chair
• ASPIRE Committee Member
• ME Nominating Committee Chair
• ME PhD Qualifying Committee Chair
• Mechanical Engineering Chair
• SSE Nominating Committee Member
• ME Faculty Search Committee Member
• Joint Faculty Senate-Administration-Student Committee on Teaching Evaluation Member
• Business Continuity Plan Committee Member
• Associate Dean for Rsearch Review Committee Chair
• ME Nominating Committee Chair
• Mechanical Engineering Chair
• Department Chair Search Committee Member
• Strategic Plan - Implementation Working Group Member
• Institute P&T Member
• Faculty Senate Member

• ASME – American Society of Mechanical Engineering Fellow
• ASME – American Society of Mechanical Engineering Fellow

Conference Proceeding

1. Akhavan, J.; Manoochehri, S. (2022). Sensory Data Fusion Using Machine Learning Methods For In-Situ Defect Registration In Additive Manufacturing: A Review. 2022 IEEE International IOT, Electronics and Mechatronics Conference (IEMTRONICS) (pp. 1-10). IEEE.
2. Xu, K.; Manoochehri, S. (2021). Health Monitoring Using Acoustic Emission Technique During Fused Filament Fabrication Printing Process . Proceedings of the ASME 2020 International Design Engineering Technical Conferences and Computers and Information in Engineering Conference IDETC/CIE2021 August 17-20, 2021, Virtual, Online. ASME.
3. Lyu, J.; Akhavan Taheri Boroujeni, J.; Manoochehri, S. (2021). In-situ Laser-based Process Monitoring and In-plane Surface Anomaly Identification for Additive Manufacturing using Point Cloud and Machine Learning. Proceedings of the ASME 2020 International Design Engineering Technical Conferences and Computers and Information in Engineering Conference IDETC/CIE2021 August 17-20, 2021, Virtual, Online. ASME.
4. Mahmoud, Y.; Manoochehri, S. (2021). In-Situ Temperature Monitoring of ABS During Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) Process with Varying Process Parameters. Proceedings of the ASME 2020 International Design Engineering Technical Conferences and Computers and Information in Engineering Conference IDETC/CIE2021 August 17-20, 2021, Virtual, Online. ASME.
5. Lyu, J.; Manoochehri, S. (2019). Dimensional prediction for FDM machines using artificial neural network and support vector regression. Proceedings of the ASME Design Engineering Technical Conference (vol. 1).
6. Xu, K.; Manoochehri, S. (2019). Job shop scheduling optimization using genetic algorithm with global criterion technique. Proceedings of the ASME Design Engineering Technical Conference (vol. 1).
7. Yashaa, A. S.; Manoochehri, S. (2013). Fabrication and characterization of micro-patterned magnetorheological elastomeric structures. ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, Proceedings (IMECE) (vol. 10).
8. Chen, Y.; Manoochehri, S. (2013). Optimal design of electrode structure and microfluidics channel for effective particle separations. ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, Proceedings (IMECE) (vol. 10).
9. Chen, Y.; Manoochehri, S. (2013). Optimization of electrode structure for effective particle separation in a micro-fluidic chip. Proceedings of the ASME Design Engineering Technical Conference (vol. 1).
10. Jang, S.; Du, S.; Pochiraju, K.; Manoochehri, S. (2010). Simulation and experimental studies of electrothermal behaviors of microwire initiators for fusing applications. Proceedings of the ASME Design Engineering Technical Conference (vol. 4, pp. 827-832).
11. Du, E.; Manoochehri, S. (2010). Optimal design of an electrothermal microfluidic pump. Proceedings of the ASME International Design Engineering Technical Conferences and Computers and Information in Engineering Conference 2009, DETC2009 (vol. 6, pp. 445-452).
12. Li, D.; Tumkor, S.; Manoochehri, S.; Pochiraju, K. (2010). Fabrication of polymeric and polymeric nano-composite MEMS structures. ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, Proceedings (PART A ed., vol. 12, pp. 309-313).
13. Jang, S.; Manoochehri, S.; Yang, E. (2009). Fabrication of vertically standing metal nanowire arrays on silicon substrates using anodized aluminum oxide (AAO) and polycarbonate (PC) templates. Micro-and Nanotechnology Sensors, Systems, and Applications (vol. 7318, pp. 73181K).
14. Du, E.; Manoochehri, S. (2009). Optimal design of an electrothermal microfluidic pump. Proceedings of the ASME Design Engineering Technical Conference (vol. 6, pp. 445-452).
15. Du, E.; Manoochehri, S. (2009). Microgrooves enhanced AC electrothermal pumping for high conductivity microfluids. 2008 Proceedings of the ASME International Design Engineering Technical Conferences and Computers and Information in Engineering Conference, DETC 2008 (vol. 4, pp. 831-837).
16. Yu, C.; Pochiraju, K.; Manoochehri, S. (2009). Pultrusion process analysis using knowledge-based system. 2008 Proceedings of the ASME International Design Engineering Technical Conferences and Computers and Information in Engineering Conference, DETC 2008 (PART A ed., vol. 1, pp. 35-42).
17. Sheppard, K.; Korfiatis, G.; Manoochehri, S.; Nastasi, J.; Pochiraju, K.; McGrath, E.; Dominick, P.; Aronson, Z. (2004). Preparing engineering students for the international virtual workplace. Proceedings of the Fifth International Conference on Information Technology Based Higher Education and Training, ITHET 2004 (pp. 365-370).
18. Sheppard, K.; Korfiatis, G.; Manoochehri, S.; Pochiraju, K.; McGrath, E.; Dominick, P.; Aronson, Z. (2004). The role of virtual student design teams in engineering education for the "new workplace". ASEE Annual Conference Proceedings (pp. 12341-12357).
19. Yu, C.; Manoochehri, S.; McKonly, C. (2003). Optimal packaging of tank turret system. Proceedings of the ASME Design Engineering Technical Conference (vol. 2 B, pp. 917-925).
20. Yu, C.; Manoochehri, S. (2002). Hybrid approach for containment problems. Proceedings of the ASME Design Engineering Technical Conference (vol. 2, pp. 849-857).
21. Soltani, F.; Manoochehri, S. (2000). A Geometry-based Model for Determining the Filling Time in Resin Transfer Molding Process. Technical Papers of the Annual Conference - Society of Plastics Engineers (pp. 2341-2345).
22. Soltani, F.; Manoochehri, S. (2000). A Rapid Method for Prediction of the Vent Locations in Resin Transfer Molding Process. Technical Papers of the Annual Technical Conference - Society of Plastics Engineers (pp. 2346-2350).
23. Soltani, F.; Manoochehri, S. (2000). Prediction of the Weld Lines in Injection Molding Process Using Neural Networks. Technical Papers of the Annual Technical Conference - Society of Plastics Engineers (pp. 707-711).
24. Soltani, F.; Manoochehri, S. (1999). A Neural Network-Based Prediction of the Weld Lines in Resin Transfer Molded Parts. Volume 1: 25th Design Automation Conference. American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
    http://dx.doi.org/10.1115/detc99/dac-8623.
25. Yu, C.; Manoochehri, S. (1999). Overlap Detection Using Minkowski Sum in Two-Dimensional Layout. Volume 1: 25th Design Automation Conference. American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
    http://dx.doi.org/10.1115/detc99/dac-8570.
26. Esche, S.; Fidan, I.; Chassapis, C.; Manoochehri, S. (1999). Knowledge-based part and process design for metal forging. SAE Technical Papers.
27. Tang, L. Q.; Pochiraju, K.; Chassapis, C.; Manoochehri, S. (1996). Optimal design of cooling system for injection molding. Annual Technical Conference - ANTEC, Conference Proceedings (vol. 1, pp. 714-718).
28. Webb, D.; Gerdes, V.; Manoochehri, S.; Chassapis, C. (1995). Intelligent mold shop database: centralizing information to gain efficiency and flexibility. Annual Technical Conference - ANTEC, Conference Proceedings (vol. 1, pp. 983-987).
29. Weinstein, M.; Manoochehri, S. (1995). Mold tool configuration to minimize undercuts. Proceedings of the ASME Design Engineering Technical Conference (vol. 1, pp. 149-156).
30. Talwar, R.; Manoochehri, S. (1994). Algorithms to detect geometric interactions in a feature-based design system. Proceedings of the ASME Design Engineering Technical Conference (vol. Part F167892-6, pp. 307-314).
31. Shim, P. Y.; Manoochehri, S. (1994). Configuration design of structures using discrete optimization approach. Proceedings of the ASME Design Engineering Technical Conference (vol. Part F167892-7, pp. 61-68).
32. Weinstein, M.; Manoochehri, S. (1994). Geometric influence of a molded part on the draw direction ranges and parting line locations. Proceedings of the ASME Design Engineering Technical Conference (vol. Part F167892-6, pp. 585-592).
33. Manoochehri, S. (1994). Intelligent function-based design system for injection molded plastic parts. Annual Technical Conference - ANTEC, Conference Proceedings (pt 1 ed., pp. 680-683).
34. Pratt, S. D.; Sivakumar, M.; Manoochehri, S. (1993). Knowledge-based engineering system for the design of injection molded plastic parts. American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Design Engineering Division (Publication) DE (vol. 65 pt 1, pp. 287-295).
35. Pratt, S. D.; Sivakumar, M.; Manoochehri, S. (1993). A knowledge-based engineering system for the design of injection molded plastic parts. Proceedings of the ASME Design Engineering Technical Conference (vol. Part F167972-13, pp. 287-295).
36. Gau, C. Y.; Manoochehri, S. (1992). Design of a non-homogeneous annular disk under pressure loadings. Proceedings of the ASME Design Engineering Technical Conference (vol. Part F168016-6, pp. 273-280).
37. Russell, D. M.; Manoochehri, S. (1989). Mechanical computer-aided 2-D optimal shape synthesis. Computers in Engineering, Proceedings of the International Computers in Engineering Conference and Exhibit (pp. 239-245).
38. Jain, P. K.; Manoochehri, S. (1989). Network optimization approach to three-dimensional collision-free robot path planning. American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Design Engineering Division (Publication) DE (pt 2 ed., vol. 19-2, pp. 177-182).
39. Russell, D. M.; Manoochehri, S. (1989). Two dimensional rule-based shape synthesis method. American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Design Engineering Division (Publication) DE (pt 2 ed., vol. 19-2, pp. 217-223).
40. Manoochehri, S.; Seireg, A. A. (1988). Computer-aided form synthesis and optimal design of robot manipulators. American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Design Engineering Division (Publication) DE (PT3 ed., vol. 15-3, pp. 163-170).
41. Muthuswamy, S.; Manoochehri, S. (1988). Optimal dynamic path planning for robot manipulators. American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Design Engineering Division (Publication) DE (PT3 ed., vol. 15-3, pp. 517-524).

Journal Article

1. Mahmoud, Y.; Lyu, J.; Akhavan, J.; Xu, K.; Manoochehri, S. (2023). Thermal history based prediction of interlayer bond strength in parts manufactured by material extrusion additive manufacturing. International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology (9-10 ed., vol. 126, pp. 3813-3829).
2. Akhavan, J.; Lyu, J.; Manoochehri, S. (2023). A deep learning solution for real-time quality assessment and control in additive manufacturing using point cloud data. Journal of Intelligent Manufacturing.
3. Xu, K.; Lyu, J.; Manoochehri, S. (2022). In situ process monitoring using acoustic emission and laser scanning techniques based on machine learning models. Journal of Manufacturing Processes (vol. 84, pp. 357-374).
4. Lyu, J.; Manoochehri, S. (2021). Online Convolutional Neural Network-based anomaly detection and quality control for Fused Filament Fabrication process. Virtual and Physical Prototyping.
5. Lyu, J.; Manoochehri, S. (2019). Error modeling and compensation for FDM machines. Rapid Prototyping Journal (10 ed., vol. 25, pp. 1565-1574).
6. Lyu, J.; Manoochehri, S. (2019). Multi-objective optimization based on machine reliability and process-dependent product quality for FDM system. International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology (5-8 ed., vol. 102, pp. 2511-2520).
7. Lyu, J.; Manoochehri, S. (2018). Modeling machine motion and process parameter errors for improving dimensional accuracy of fused deposition modeling machines. Journal of Manufacturing Science and Engineering, Transactions of the ASME (12 ed., vol. 140).
8. Liu, N.; Manoochehri, S.; Yu, C. (2014). System of systems analytic hierarchy and stochastic optimisation design. International Journal of System of Systems Engineering (2 ed., vol. 5, pp. 114-124).
9. Du, E.; Manoochehri, S. (2010). Optimal design of microgrooved channels with electrokinetic pumping for lab-on-a-chip applications. IET Nanobiotechnology (2 ed., vol. 4, pp. 40-49).
10. Du, E.; Manoochehri, S. (2010). Microfluidic pumping optimization in microgrooved channels with ac electrothermal actuations. Applied Physics Letters (3 ed., vol. 96).
11. Yu, C.; Manoochehri, S. (2003). Optimal packing using the multiple mating method. Engineering with Computers (1 ed., vol. 19, pp. 56-65).
12. Yu, C.; Manoochehri, S. (2002). Nesting arbitrary shapes using geometric mating. Journal of Computing and Information Science in Engineering (3 ed., vol. 2, pp. 171-178).
13. Park, K. M.; Pochiraju, K.; Chassapis, C.; Manoochehri, S. (2002). Rapid manufacturability evaluation of die-cast components. Concurrent Engineering Research and Applications (1 ed., vol. 10, pp. 67-74).
14. Esche, S.; Chassapis, C.; Manoochehri, S. (2001). Concurrent product and process design in hot forging. Concurrent Engineering Research and Applications (1 ed., vol. 9, pp. 48-54).
15. Tumkor, S.; Turkmen, N.; Chassapis, C.; Manoochehri, S. (2001). Modeling of heat transfer in thermoplastic composite tape lay-up manufacturing. International Communications in Heat and Mass Transfer (1 ed., vol. 28, pp. 49-58).
16. Jovanovic, V.; Manoochehri, S.; Chassapis, C. (2001). Parameter estimation for resin transfer molding. Engineering Computations (Swansea, Wales) (7-8 ed., vol. 18, pp. 1091-1107).
17. Mottahed, B. D.; Manoochehri, S. (2000). Optimal design of electronic system utilizing an integrated multidisciplinary process. IEEE Transactions on Advanced Packaging (4 ed., vol. 23, pp. 699-707).
18. Shim, P.; Manoochehri, S. (1999). A hybrid deterministic/stochastic optimization approach for the shape configuration design of structures. Structural Optimization (2 ed., vol. 17, pp. 113). Springer Science and Business Media LLC.
    http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s001580050043.
19. Mottahed, B. D.; Manoochehri, S. (1999). Design Considerations for Electronic Enclosures Utilizing Polymeric Materials. Polymer-Plastics Technology and Engineering (5 ed., vol. 38, pp. 883-925). Informa UK Limited.
    http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/03602559909351621.
20. Tang, L. Q.; Pochiraju, K.; Chassapis, C.; Manoochehri, S. (1998). A computer-aided optimization approach for the design of injection mold cooling systems. Journal of Mechanical Design, Transactions of the ASME (2 ed., vol. 120, pp. 165-174).
21. Skourlis, T. P.; Mehta, S. R.; Chassapis, C.; Manoochehri, S. (1998). Impact fracture behavior of injection molded long glass fiber reinforced polypropylene. Polymer Engineering and Science (1 ed., vol. 38, pp. 79-89).
22. Pochiraju, K.; Chassapis, C.; Manoochehri, S. (1998). Multidisciplinary parametric design optimization for enhancing the affordability of molded composites. Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials (4 ed., vol. 11, pp. 364-392).
23. Skourlis, T. P.; Pochiraju, K.; Chassapis, C.; Manoochehri, S. (1998). Structure-modulus relationships for injection-molded long fiber-reinforced polyphthalamides. Composites Part B: Engineering (3 ed., vol. 29, pp. 309-319).
24. Tang, L. Q.; Chassapis, C.; Manoochehri, S. (1997). Optimal cooling system design for multi-cavity injection molding. Finite Elements in Analysis and Design (3 ed., vol. 26, pp. 229-251).
25. Mottahed, B. D.; Manoochehri, S. (1997). Material and geometry factors in joint design of electronic equipment to minimize electromagnetic interference. Journal of Applied Polymer Science (9 ed., vol. 64, pp. 1667-1679).
26. Skourlis, T. P.; Chassapis, C.; Manoochehri, S. (1997). Fiber orientation morphological layers in injection molded long fiber reinforced thermoplastics. Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials (5 ed., vol. 10, pp. 453-475).
27. Shim, P. Y.; Manoochehri, S. (1997). Generating optimal configurations in structural design using simulated annealing. International Journal for Numerical Methods in Engineering (6 ed., vol. 40, pp. 1053-1069).
28. Mottahed, B. D.; Manoochehri, S. (1997). Investigation of composite materials selection and joint layout design to enhance emi shielding of electronic equipment. Polymer Engineering and Science (3 ed., vol. 37, pp. 653-666).
29. Weinstein, M.; Manoochehri, S. (1997). Optimum Parting Line Design of Molded and Cast Parts for Manufacturability. Journal of Manufacturing Systems (1 ed., vol. 16, pp. 1-12).
30. Mottahed, B.; Manoochehri, S. (1996). Joint design methodology based on the electromagnetic shielding effectiveness capabilities. IEEE Transactions on Components, Packaging, and Manufacturing Technology: Part B (1 ed., vol. 19, pp. 238-247). Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).
    http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/96.486508.
31. Mychajluk, G.; Manoochehri, S.; Parnas, R. S. (1996). Resin transfer molding process optimization for minimum cycle-time. Journal of Advanced Materials (1 ed., vol. 28, pp. 9-18).
32. Shim, P. Y.; Manoochehri, S. (1996). A Shape Optimization Method Based on Implicit Differentiation and Node Removal Techniques. Journal of Mechanical Design (1 ed., vol. 118, pp. 154-157). ASME International.
    http://dx.doi.org/10.1115/1.2826848.
33. Weinstein, M.; Manoochehri, S. (1996). Geometric Influence of a Molded Part on the Draw Direction Range and Parting Line Locations. Journal of Mechanical Design (1 ed., vol. 118, pp. 29-39). ASME International.
    http://dx.doi.org/10.1115/1.2826853.
34. Tang, L. Q.; Pochiraju, K.; Chassapis, C.; Manoochehri, S. (1996). Three-dimensional transient mold cooling analysis based on galerkin finite element formulation with a matrix-free conjugate gradient technique. International Journal for Numerical Methods in Engineering (18 ed., vol. 39, pp. 3049-3064).
35. Muthuswamy, S.; Manoochehri, S. (1992). Optimal path planning for robot manipulators. Journal of Mechanical Design, Transactions of the ASME (4 ed., vol. 114, pp. 586-595).
36. Manoochehri, S.; Seireg, A. A. (1990). A computer-based methodology for the form synthesis and optimal design of robot manipulators. Journal of Mechanical Design, Transactions of the ASME (4 ed., vol. 112, pp. 501-508).
37. Jain, P.; Manoochehri, S. (1989). Collision-Free Robot Path Planning. Advances in Design Automation (vol. 2).

Review, Journal

1. Skourlis, T. P.; Mohapatra, B.; Chassapis, C.; Manoochehri, S. (1997). Evaluation of the effect of processing parameters on the properties of advanced styrenic resins: A design of experiments approach. Advances in Polymer Technology (2 ed., vol. 16, pp. 117-128).