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Publications:

  • “An Overview of Collision Reconstruction/Investigation using Crash Event Data… w/Case Studies & Toyota VCH/FFD Data,” California Association of Accident Reconstruction Specialists (CA2RS) Training, December 2, 2020.
  • “Advanced Technologies: Levels of Autonomous Vehicles & Collision Avoidance – Reconstruction,” 45th Public Agency Risk Management Association, Conference/Expo, Disneyland Hotel, Anaheim CA, February 12, 2019.
  • “Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) Communications: Why this is Important to Autonomous Vehicles.” published in WP Magazine, Ontario Insurance Adjusters Association, November 2018.
  • “Autonomous Vehicle Safety & Accident Reconstruction” – Stanislaus County Safety Council (SCSC), Modesto California, October 16, 2018.
  • “Products, Appliances, Vehicles and Systems – Failure Analysis with Case Studies,” with Felix Lee, Combined Claims Conference (CCC), Orange County, California, March 7, 2018, 
  • “Advanced Accident Reconstruction – Airbag Module Analysis and Demonstration,” OneBeacon Insurance, Englewood, CO, June 2017.
  • “Update on California State Regulatory Activities on Energy & Water sectors,” Annual CMUA Conferences, 2010-2015. 
  • Accelerating Sustainable Performance Summit, Panelist, Sonoma Raceway, California, September 2012.
  • Report to Beverly Dettman, Allied Insurance, Evaluation of Mechanical Report and Jiffy Lube Repairs - Vehicle with Fire Damage due to an Oil Leak, March 31, 2008, Flamingo Properties dba Jiffy Lube.
  • Report on Standard of Care, to Laura Cason at Eli & Associates, June 27, 2007, Huesing v. O.K. Tire Stores, Inc., et al.
  • “An Update on the California Zero Emission Vehicle Regulation,” The 7th International Advanced Automotive Battery & Ultracapacitor Conference, Long Beach, California, oral presentation, May 16, 2007.
  • “An Air Resources Board Overview of California’s Alternative Fuel Incentive Program (AFIP),” Alternative Fuels & Vehicles National Conference & Expo 2007, Anaheim, California, presentation, April 4, 2007.
  • Strategic Audit: Harley-Davidson Inc., for CSUS EMBA 228, with D. Dean, J. Blanchard, M. Lombard, & T. Rohr, September 2006.
  • “Diesel Emission Control Technology Developments in California”, with Dr. Alberto Ayala, U.S. Department of Energy 11th Annual Diesel Engine Emission Reduction Conference, Chicago, Illinois, oral presentation, August 25, 2005.
  • “Retrofitting TRU-Diesel Engines with DPF-Systems Using FBC and Intake Throttling for Active Regeneration”, with A.C.R. Mayer, S. Kany, P. Noethiger, P. Richards, L. Andreassen, and T.R. Sem, SAE Paper 2005-01-0662, SAE 2005 World Congress and Exhibition, Detroit, Michigan.
  • Report to the Board on an Emergency Regulation: Availability of Stationary Engines (less than 175 hp) Meeting the 0.15 g/bhp-hr Particulate Matter (PM) Standard, oral testimony, March 17, 2005, Sacramento, CA.
  • Reduction of Particulate Matter and Other Emissions from Transport Refrigeration Units”, EPRI Regional Conference, Sacramento, CA, oral presentation, September 16-17, 2003.
  • Public Hearing to Consider the Proposed Control Measure for Chlorinated Toxic Air Contaminants from Automotive Maintenance and Repair Activities, oral testimony, April 27, 2000, San Diego, CA.
  • “Three-Way Catalyst Technology for Off-Road Equipment Engines”, with J.J. White, and J.N. Carroll, SAE Paper 1999SETC-87.
  • “Fresno Special Purpose Monitoring Report: Parallel and Saturation Studies for Carbon Monoxide," with D. Bloudoff, & G. Shahinian, ARB Report, June 1994.

Market Evaluation of Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles- PHEVs (2007 - California - CSUS)

Brief Summary only:

Vehicle manufacturers, the federal, State and local government agencies, as well as the power industry, are increasing funding and research and development efforts to examine the feasibility of PHEVs in California, and in other states, by supporting advance vehicle technology and battery development.

 

The Spring 2007 paper evaluates the many marketing and technical issues that exist today in producing PHEVs, based on available secondary data. The evaluation specifically examines the stage of technology development; current HEV sales; gasoline retail price trends; the market opportunities, environment, and marketing mix; the automotive industry and competitive forces; environmental aspects; and potential consumer benefits. This paper also provides a high level implementation strategy for introducing PHEVs, and discusses regulatory challenges in reducing air pollution while showing the importance of market evaluations.

 

Results from this market evaluation include current barriers to market entry, such as the potential higher capital cost of PHEVs compared to conventional vehicles and HEVs, the need for further battery technology development, and the consumers’ acceptance of unfamiliar technologies. However; opportunities exists as fuel prices rise and regulations push for cleaner vehicles, such as in producing more fuel efficient vehicles that rely on sustainable energy technologies, adding value for the consumer. PHEVs take advantage of using a smaller engine and a larger battery pack. The combination of battery recharging during off-peak power periods helps to extend the all-electric driving range, and improves fuel-economy significantly compared to both conventional vehicles and HEVs, while reducing environmental impacts, trips to refueling stations and our petroleum dependency. The high-power capability of PHEVs may also allow for more advanced interior comforts, features, and advanced safety systems, providing additional value to consumers.

 

Current cost estimates of PHEV battery systems are between 30 and 40 percent of the total cost of the vehicle, however; estimates of the total life cycle costs for PHEVs may look favorable compared to conventional vehicles, but actual results may vary based on the vehicle ownership period. Production of lithium-ion batteries that are safe, durable, and are able to meet warranty requirements is needed. Furthermore; battery producers, auto companies, and others are funding research activities to advance the current lithium-ion battery technology.

 

Companies are beginning to see solid business opportunities in sustainable energy technologies, helping to provide petroleum consumption and greenhouse gas emission reductions. PHEVs and advanced vehicle trends will continue to grow into the next decade creating more opportunities for businesses; as future generations of more advanced vehicles evolve from the technologies used in PHEVs. 

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