Alok K. Verma

Courses Taught

• Dynamics
• Manufacturing Processes
• Computer Integrated Manufacturing
• Numerical Control in Production & Design
• Robotics
• Advanced Manufacturing Processes
• Lean Engineering
• Computer Aided Drafting and Fluid Mechanics

Publications

Alhumadi A .; A. Verma ; “Effect of Geometric Modifications on a Scramjet Combustor’s Performance.” International Journal of Modern Engineering” , submitted for publication in Spring 2020.

Alhumadi A .; A. Verma ; “Computational Parametric Investigation of Scramjet Engine Performance.” International Journal of Engineering Research & Innovation” , submitted for publication in Fall 2019.

Verma, A. K. ; G. Selby; N. Brown; V. Jovanovic; N. Luetke “MarineTech Project – “Integrating Engineering Design Process in K-12 Curriculum in Virginia with Project-Based Learning.” The Technology Interface International Journal accepted for publication in Spring 2015 issue (2015) xx-xx.

Verma, A; M. Talaiver; S. McKinney; D. Dickerson; “Engaging Students in STEM Careers with Project Based Learning – MarineTech Project.” Technology & Engineering Teacher, Vol. 71, No. 1 (2011) p 25-31.

Lin C; A. Verma ; “A Simplified One-Degree-of-Freedom System design for a Repeated Impact Tests.” International Journal of Agile Manufacturing, Volume 11, Issue 2, p 52-59, 2011.

Verma, A ; M. Talaiver; S. McKinney; D. Dickerson; D. Chen “MarineTech Project - Attracting Students towards Math and Science Careers in Shipbuilding and Repair Industry.” Journal of Ship Production, Vol. 26, No. 1 (2010) 29-35.

Lin C; A. Verma ; "Agile Modeling and Optimization of End Milling . " The Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Systems , Vol. 11, No. 2 (2009) 17–21.

Erande A; A. Verma ; "Comprehensive Agility Measurement Tool . " The Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Systems , Vol. 11, No. 2 (2009) 37–42.

Verma, A ; “Stochastic Models for Enhancing Agility of Supply Chains.” The International Journal of Applied Management and Technology, Volume 5, Num 2, 2007.

Lin C; A. Verma ; “Number of Independent Kinematic Parameters for the Calibration of a Closed-Loop Robot.” International Journal of Agile Manufacturing, Volume 10, Issue 1, p 29-36, 2007.

Verma, A ; C. Lin; A. Erande; “Enhancing Manufacturing Instruction in Lean Manufacturing Through Physical Simulations.” International Journal of Agile Manufacturing, Volume 10, Issue 1, p 55-64, 2007.

Verma, A ; R. Nanjangud; “Assessment Tools for Lean Accounting.” International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Systems, Volume 10, Issue 1, p 59-64, 2007.

Verma, A ; “Improving Agility of Supply Chains using Base Stock Model and Computer Based Simulations.” International Journal of Physical Distribution and Logistics Management, Volume 36, Number 6, p 445-454 , 2006.

Verma, A ; S. Dhaygude; A. Sonje; “Lean Supply Chain Integration and Assessment – A Simulation Based Training Program.” Submitted to Naval Engineers Journal, 2005.

Verma, A ; A. Sonje; “Enhancing Agility of Design Processes for Effective Implementation of Lean Enterprise in Shipbuilding Industry – A Simulation Activity.” International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Systems, Special Issue on Lean , Volume 8, Issue 2, p 11-18

Verma, A ; A. Sonje; “Improving Agility of Supply Chains using Base Stock Model and Physical Simulations – a Comparative Analysis.” International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Systems , Special Issue on Lean, Volume 8, Issue 2, p 39-46, 2005.

Verma, A ; A. Sonje; “A Comparison of Stochastic Inventory Models (Base Stock and (Q, r)) in Two-Tier Supply Chain”, International Journal of Agile Manufacturing , Volume-7, Issue-2, p 67-76, 2004.

Verma, A ; A. Ghadmode; H. Hirkannawar; “Lean Implementation Models and their Impact on Productivity in Low Volume - High Variety Environment” International Journal of Agile Manufacturing , Volume-7, Issue-2, p 11-16

Verma, A ; H. Hirkannawar; “Assessment Tools for Lean Enterprise Implementation” International Journal of Agile Manufacturing , Volume-7, Issue-2, p 31-38, 2004.

Verma, A ; “Parametric Study of Laser Beam Cutting (LBC) Process.” International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Systems , Volume-7, Issue-2, p 65-68, 2004.

Verma, A ; “Parametric Study of Water Jet Cutting (WJC)Process.” International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Systems , Volume-7, Issue-2, p 69-73, 2004.

Verma, A ; A. Ghadmode; “An Integrated Lean Implementation Model for Fleet Repair and Maintenance.” Naval Engineers Journal , Volume-116, Issue-4, p 79-89, 2004.

Verma, A ; S. Holcomb; Blessener; D. Tillman; W. Johnston; “Parametric Study of Surface Finish using Robust design Techniques.” International Journal of Agile Manufacturing , Volume 6, Issue 1, pg. 89-101, 2003.

Verma, A ; C. Lin; “Parametric Study of the Efficacy of Cutting Process in Abrasive Jet Machining (AJM).” International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Systems , Volume 4, Issue 2, pg. 119-125, 2002.

Verma, A ; “A Generic Cost Model for Laser Processing of Materials Based upon Cost Estimation for Traditional Machining.” International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Systems , Volume 4, Issue 2, pg. 127-135, 2002.

El-Hady, N; A. Verma ; "Instability of Compressible Boundary Layers along Curved Wall with Suction and Cooling." AIAA Journal , Vol. 22, No. 2, pages 206-213, 1984.

El-Hady, N; & A. Verma ; (1084) "Goertler Instability of Compressible Boundary Layers." AIAA Journal , Volume 22, No 10, pages 1354-1355

Presentations

Verma, A. ; “ Best Practices in STEM Education – Lessons Learnt ” Proceedings of the International Consortium for Research in Science and Mathematics Education – ICRSME”, San Jose, Costa Rica, March 12-16, 2019.

Verma, A. , “Institutionalizing Continuous Improvement Plan for Program Assessment” , ICTIEE Conference , Madurai, India, Jan 8-10, 2018

Verma, A. , Adams, S., Lin, C., Flory, I., and Escobales, N., “Institutionalizing Continuous Improvement Plan in an Engineering Technology Department – Closing the Loop” , ASEE Annual Conference , Columbus, OH, June 25-28, 2017

Verma, A; “Enhancing Agility of Supply Chains using Stochastic, Discrete Event and Physical Simulation Models.” Proceedings of the 5th International & 26th All India Manufacturing Technology, Design and Research Conference – AIMTDR 2014, IIT Guwahati, India, December 10-12, 2014.

Verma, A ; “ Stochastic Modeling and Validation of Three-tier Supply Chains using Multiple Tools .” Proceedings of the Joint International Conference on Engineering & Technology– IAJC/ISAM”, Orlando, Florida, September 25-27, 2014.

Verma, A ; G. Selby; N. Brown; V. Jovanovic and N. Luetke “ Integrating Engineering design process in K-12 Curriculum in Virginia with project Based Learning .” Proceedings of the Joint International Conference on Engineering & Technology– IAJC/ISAM”, Orlando, Florida, September 25-27, 2014.

Grants and Fellowships

Verma, A; W. Lawrence; Virginia Department of Education – Mathematics and Science Partnership – “VA STEM CoNNECT”, January 2013, $50,882.

Verma, A; W. Lawrence; Virginia Department of Education – Mathematics and Science Partnership – “VA STEM CoNNECT”, February 2012, $67,718.

Verma, A; S. McKinney; H. Bao; D. Dickerson; S. Dwivedi; National Science Foundation – DUE-ATE – “Marine Career tech (MCTech): STEM Careers in Shipbuilding and Marine Industry”, September 2009, $818,536.

Verma, A; S. McKinney; D. Dickerson; N. Brown; National Science Foundation – DRL-ITEST – “MarineTech-STEM Preparation through Marine Engineering Science and Technology Experiences,” November 2008, $1,273,307.

Verma, A; S. McKinney; D. Dickerson; State Council for Higher Education – No Child Left Behind- Teacher Quality Improvement – “MarineTech-STEM Preparation through Marine Engineering Science and Technology Projects,” May 2008, $120,000.

Verma, A; C. Considine; C. Lin; National Shipbuilding Research Program – Advanced Shipbuilding Enterprise, “Shipbuilding and Repair Career Day Events,” January 2007, $426,000.00.

Verma, A; STIHL Inc., “Customization and Delivery of Lean Introduction and 5-S Training,” November 2003, $23,500.

Verma, A; National Shipbuilding Research Program – Advanced Shipbuilding Enterprise, “Developing Lean Enterprise Simulation Exercises for Shipbuilding and Repair,” September 2003, $376,872.00.

Verma, A; Northrop Grumman Newport News, “Review a Prototype and Produce Compartment Fabrication Simulation for Lean Training at NGNN,” November 2003, $ 4,130.

Verma, A; NASA/ASEE Summer Fellowship, Summer 2003, $ 13,000.

Verma, A; P. Kauffman; Advanced Design Corporation, “Certification and Quality Assurance for CAD courses offered by ADC Corporation,” November 2002 - April 2003, $9,200.

Verma, A; Northrop Grumman Newport News, “Lean Enterprise Program Development,” Sept. 2002 – September 2003, $43,740.

Verma, A; Center for Innovative Technology, A.K. Verma, “Advanced Battery Testing Machine,” Rebatt Inc., Newport News, Virginia, November 20, 1998 - February 28, 1999, $ 37,978.

Verma, A; Center for Innovative Technology, “Automated Battery Testing Machine,” Rebatt Inc., Newport News, Virginia, April 15- November 30, 1998, $38,989.

Verma, A; Center for Innovative Technology, “Automated Component Placement for Sensor Assembly,” Pressure Systems Inc., Phase-III, Aug- December 1997.

Verma, A; G. Selby; L. Vahalla; State council of higher Education for Virginia, Pre-Collegiate Programs, “Pre-College Program Stressing Educational Opportunities,” Summer 1997, $20,000.

Bao, H; G. Hou; A. Verma; Center for Innovative Technology, “Industrial Manufacturing Assessment Center (IMPAC),” June 1996-June 1997, $50,000.

Verma, A; Center for Innovative Technology, “Automated Component Placement for Sensor Assembly”, Pressure Systems Inc., March-December 1996, $16,902.

Verma, A; G. Crossman; W. Stanley; National Science Foundation, “Mobile Instructional Laboratory to serve multiple sites in the 2+2 Engineering Technology Program”, August 1994, $112,000 (matching $56,000).

Verma, A; C. Lin; Society of Manufacturing Engineers Education Foundation, “Capital Equipment Grant,” August 1994, $20,227.

Verma, A; Brown & Sharpe Metrology Grant Program, "Development of Coordinate Measuring Capability at Old Dominion University," August 1993, $20,170.

Verma, A; J. Hackworth; Center for Innovative Technology, "Cutting small diameter tubing with Electro Discharge Machining," Phase-III. NOBLE-MET corporation, January-April 1993, $17,450.

Verma, A; S. Cupschalk; Center for Innovative Technology, "Cutting small diameter tubing with Electro Discharge Machining," NOBLE-MET corporation, April-December 1991, $22,995.

Verma, A; J. Hackworht; Center for Innovative Technology, "Interfacing of Oldelft Seampilot Optical Profile Sensing System with a GMF Robot/RG Controller", Progress Industries, Inc., January 1990, $25,000.

Verma, A; D. Landman; Center for Innovative Technology, "Modification of Fabric Laminating Machine," Phase II, May 1989 - August 1989, $4,000.

Verma, A; D. Landman; Center for Innovative Technology, "Design and Fabrication of Fabric Laminating Apparatus," Phase I, May 1988- May 1989, $22,000.

Verma, A; Society of Manufacturing Engineering Education Foundation, “Co-author of a grant for development of automation laboratory,” February 1984, partially funded at $900.

Verma, A; NASA Contract VAG-1340, "Calculation of Design Parameters and Visualization of Goertler Vortices," Completed October 31, 1983, $21,000.

Verma, A; NASA Contract NAG-1-228, "On Higher Eigen States of Goertler Vortices," Completed August 31, 1982, $6,467.

Recognition

• Citation from the Lean Educator’s Conference, for chairing the LEC-2012, September 2012.
• Citation from the International Conference on Agile Manufacturing Systems, 2011 for chairing the ICAM-2011, December 2011.
• Citation from Asian Indians of Hampton Roads for holding President’s position for year 2000.
• Citation from the International Society for Productivity Enhancement, for chairing the 5th International Conference on CAD/CAM, Robotics and Factories of the Future, December 1990.
• Received citation from Regional Association of Asian Indians for being highly active in community services, May 1984. These activities are listed under community services.
• Recognized for effective and energetic leadership by the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, April 1981.
• "Gold Award" for working more than 80 hours a week, and "Century Club Award" for outstanding salesmanship, Southwestern Company, 1979.
• Best Senior project award, Fabrication of Composite Material Specimen and Fatigue testing on Instron Machine, 1978.
• Ranked 4th in pre-university examination among more than a thousand students from different colleges, Dibrugarh University, 1972.

Professional Appointments

• Program Chair – CIEC 2021 Conference, Garden Grove, CA
• Program Chair – CIEC 2020 Conference, Orlando, FL
• Institutional Representative, Engineering Technology Council of ASEE, 2019-2020
• Asst. Program Chair – CIEC 2019 Conference, Tampa, FL
• Asst. Program Chair - CIEC 2018 Conference, New Orleans, LA.
• Board Member, International Association of Journals and Conferences, IAJC, 2019
• Lead person- Marketing Group of ETD of ASEE, 2019-20
• Lead person- Marketing Group of ETD of ASEE, 2018-19
• Member International Organizing Committee – International Conference on Research in Design, ICord-2019, Jan 9-11, 2019, Bangalore, India.
• Paper Reviewer - International Conference on Research in Design, ICord-2019, Jan 9-11, 2019, Bangalore, India.
• Paper Reviewer – American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference -2019, Jun 15-19, 2019, Tampa, FL.
• First Vice President, Norfolk Sister City Association, 2015-2016
• Board Member – Norfolk Sister City Association, 2014-Present 
• Board Member – Asian Indians of Hampton Roads, 2010-Present
• President, Asian Indians of Hampton Roads, 2007-2009
• Board Member, Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities, Hampton Roads, 2006-2008
• Board Member, Asian American Alliance, 2000-2001
• Public Relations Chair, Asian Indians of Hampton Roads, 2001-Present
• Board Member, World Affairs Council of Greater Hampton Roads, 2000-2001
• Board Member, The National Conference for Community and Justice, 2000-2001
• President, Asian Indians of Hampton Roads, 1999-2000