JILEI ZHANG
JILEI ZHANG
Associate Professor
Forest Products Laboratory
Box 9820
Mississippi State, Mississippi 39762-9820
Office Telephone: (662) 325-9413
Fax: (662) 325-8126
E-mail: jzhang@cfr.msstate.edu
EDUCATION
Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN 47907
Wood Science, Doctor of Philosophy
Attended 01/92 to 12/95 GPA: 3.84/4.00
Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN 47907
Wood Science, Master of Science
Attended 01/90 to 12/91 GPA: 5.88/6.00
Nanjing Forestry University, the People’s Republic of China
Wood Engineering, Bachelor of Science
Attended 07/80 to 07/84
UNIVERSITY EXPERIENCE
Associate Professor 11/1998 – Present
Department of Forest Products
College of Forest Resources
Mississippi State University
Mississippi State, Mississippi 39762
Provide research, teaching, and technical assistance as a member of the departmental faculty.
Research emphasis is on computer-aided structural performance analysis and design of furniture frames; furniture durability performance evaluation tests; finite element modeling of furniture frame construction; strength and stiffness of upholstered furniture frame joints; durability of wood composites as upholstered furniture frame stock; nondestructive evaluation of performance of furniture structural components; and mechanical properties of wood and composite wood products.
Teaching duties include one course in strength design of furniture and two courses in mechanical properties of wood, and advanced wood mechanics. Advise 10 graduate students (5 Doctoral students and 5 Master’s students), 3 undergraduate students, and 1 Post-Doc.
Manage furniture quality assurance testing lab and mechanical testing lab daily activities. Supervise 3 full-time research associates. Provide technical assistance to forest products and furniture industries by plant visits and by teaching short courses and seminars.
Graduate Research Assistant 1/1990 – 9/1995
Department of Forestry and Natural Resources
Purdue University
West Lafayette, Indiana 47907
Conducted stress and displacement analysis of furniture and other structures using finite element programs such ANSYS, MICROSAFE, GRAPE, and INERTIA. Conducted statistical analyses of experimental data using SAS, EXCEL and SPSS/PC+ programs. Made furniture drawings using VersaCAD and PC Image drawing software. Used Quick Basic, Visual Basic, and FORTRAN languages to write programs for research purposes.
Used universal testing machines to perform strength tests of wood joints with fasteners such as dowels, screws, nails, and bolts. Conducted furniture performance tests using test setup developed at Furniture Research Center, Purdue University.
Conducted flexural tests of metal shelving systems. Performed sand abrasion and chemical tests on metal library shelving to evaluate finish resistance. Conducted strain analysis of wood with electrical resistance strain gages and LVDTs. Performed standard bending, shearing, and compression tests, as well as other tests related to mechanical properties of wood-base structural material. Helped furniture companies implement ISO-9000, identify specific quality problems, and conduct quality control analysis.
INDUSTRIAL EXPERIENCE
Member Technical Staff 9/1995 – 11/1998
TV Product Development - American
Thomson Consumer Electronics
Indianapolis, Indiana 46206
Main responsibilities include Projection TV wooden cabinet mechanical design and development, engineering evaluation and testing, manufacturing quality issues, accessories development, and final instrument packaging design.
Led “Projection TV Picture Geometry - Cabinets” project team solved the company many-year unsolved cabinet geometry problem through understanding the problem, identifying key variables (main contributors), conducting process capability study, tracing root causes, proposing alternative solutions, taking corrective actions, and planning continuous process improvement. This accomplishment saves company millions of dollars.
Member of wood cabinet transition core team, proposed using 32 mm dowel-pin construction method to replace current PTV cabinet cleat-fixturing assembly method being used for 20 years, and pushed cabinet manufacturers to accept the philosophy of “Do Things Right At First Time” and finally implement 32 mm dowel-pin construction system.
Controlled and minimized Projection TV cabinet bowed top problem to meet product design specification and customer expectation, through working with cabinet manufacturers, analyzing the problem, conducting humidity chamber environment test and trial runs, and finally incorporating study results and solutions into cabinet initial design stage to minimize problems that could happen in production stage. This effort reduced the plant level lost on labor efficiency, overtime, rework, and quality issues, and also improved the line yield.
Assisted the business in becoming profitable by achieving individual cost reduction of minimum $100 k/year. Performed daily cabinet and packaging design work, and beat 95% of PTV development scheduled milestone requirement. Set Projection TV packaging design guidelines, standardized the design procedure, incorporated packaging testing results in CAD packaging, provided scientific base for EPS foam design, and reduced packaging evaluation lead time and cost.
Guided and helped co-op successfully accomplished to PTV engineering and quality related projects. Gave a technical presentation of wood technology related to PTV design group once a month. Actively participated Purdue ME students’ Design for Manufacturability class projects of redesign of RCA projection TV cabinet and optics. Certified Computer-Vision mechanical designer, I-DEAS CAD designer, FARO coordinate measuring machine specialist, ISO 9000-quality system internal auditor, and multiple project management facilitator.
Area Superintendent 1988 - 1989
Nanjing Woodworking Factory
People’s Republic of China
Production and administrative responsibility for one half of cabinet production line, consisting of panel saw line, sanding and calibrating line, edge banding line, panel boring line, and hot press line. Member of team assigned to design cabinet production line
Redesigned veneer production line. Member of team assigned to design trial OSB production line. Designed drum-type glue spreading machine used for particleboard.
ONGOING RESEARCH PROJECTS (MSU)
· Mechanical property enhancement of wood-plastic composites using carbon nano-tubes and ceramic nano-particles.
· A fundamental and applied investigation of kenaf-based fiber/polymer composites as potential lightweight materials for automotive components.
· Development of machine vision technology for lumber and panel products.
· Evaluation of stiffness of furniture joints using vibration techniques.
· Strength performance of mortise-tenon joints in wood composite panel products.
· Evaluate the performance of particleboard as potential upholstered furniture frame stock.
· Structural analysis and modeling, design, and performance testing of Schnadig sofa frames.
· Seat foundation spring load study.
· Preliminary study of bariatric chair loading conditions for developing testing and design standards for furniture industry.
· Evaluate glue bonding strengths (shear and tension) of surface-to-surface and surface to edge of various wood composites as upholstered furniture frame components.
· Continue the development of frame design software through incorporating new research findings into the program.
PUBLICATIONS
REFEREED JOURNAL ARTICLES
· Shi, Junli, D. Kocaefe, T. Amburgey, L. Leightley, and J. Zhang. 2006. A comparative study on decay and termite resistance of thermally modified and ACQ-C-treated wood. In review.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2006. Bending fatigue life of metal-plate-connected joints in furniture grade pine plywood. Accepted for publication in the Forest Prod. J., No: 10114.
· Zhang, J., N. Han, and M. Maupin. 2006. Lateral edge resistances of single-fastener furniture joints in wood-based panel products. Forest Prod. J. 56(2): 33-39.
· Zhang J., H. Efe, Y. Z. Erdil, A. Kasal, and N. Han. 2005. Moment resistance of multi-screw L-type corner joints. Forest Prod. J. 55(10): 56-63.
· Zhang, J., B. Chen, and S. R. Daniewicz. 2005. Fatigue performance of wood-based composites as upholstered furniture frame stock. Forest Prod. J. 55(6): 53-59.
· Efe, H, J. Zhang, Y. Z. Erdil, and A. Kasal. 2005. Moment capacity of traditional and alternative T-type end-to-side-grain furniture joints. Forest Prod. J. 55(5): 69-73.
· Zhang, J., Y. Yu, and F. Quin. 2005. Moment capacity of metal-plate-connected joints in furniture grade pine plywood. Forest Prod. J. 55(5): 45-51.
· Zhang, J. and J. Skipper. 2005. Load-withdrawal displacement characteristics of staples from selected hardwoods. Forest Prod. J. 55(2): 71-80.
· Zhang, J. and M. Maupin. 2004. Face lateral and withdrawal resistances of staple joints in furniture-grade pine plywood. Forest Prod. J. 54(6): 40-46.
· Zhang, J., F. Quin, and H. Chen. 2004. Edge lateral resistance of staple joints in furniture-grade pine plywood. Forest Prod. J. 54(7/8): 85-95.
· Zhang, J., Y. Yu, and F. Quin. 2004. Moment capacity of metal-plate connected joints in furniture grade pine plywood. Forest Prod. J. 55(5): 45-51.
· Efe, H., J. Zhang, Y. Z. Erdil, and A. Kasal. 2003. Moment capacity of traditional and alternative T-type end-to-side grain furniture joints. Forest Prod. J. 55(5): 69-73.
· Zhang, J., G. Li, and T. Sellers, Jr. 2003. Bending fatigue life of two-pin dowel joint in furniture grade pine plywood. Forest Prod. J. 53(9): 33-39.
· Zhang, J., G. Li, and T. Sellers, Jr. 2003. Withdrawal and bending performance of dowel joints in furniture grade pine plywood. Forest Prod. J. 53(7/8): 41-49.
· Erdil, Y. Z., J. Zhang, and C. A. Eckelman. 2003. Withdrawal and bending strength of dowel-nuts in plywood and oriented strand board. Forest Prod. J. 53(6): 54-57.
· Erdil, Y. Z., J. Zhang, and C. A. Eckelman. 2003. Staple holding strength of furniture frame joints constructed of plywood and oriented strand board. Forest Prod. J. 53(1): 70-75.
· Zhang, J., Y. Z. Erdil, and C. A. Eckelman. 2002. Torsional strength of dowel joints constructed of plywood and oriented strand board. Forest Prod. J. 52(10): 89-94.
· Yadama, V., J. Zhang, B. M. Syed, and P. H. Steele. 2002. Experimental analysis of multiple staple joints in selected wood and wood-based materials. Journal of Testing and Evaluation. JTEVA, Vol. 30, No. 5, Sept. 2002, pp. 400-407.
· Zhang, J., V. Yadama, F. Quin, and D. Lyon. 2002. Resistance of southern yellow pine to direct withdrawal of staples. Forest Prod. J. 52(9): 75-81.
· Eckelman, C. A., Y. Z. Erdil, and J. Zhang. 2002. Withdrawal and bending strength of dowel joints constructed of plywood and oriented strand board. Forest Prod. J. 52(9): 66-74.
· Zhang, J., Y. Z. Erdil, and C. A. Eckelman. 2002. Lateral holding strength of dowel joints constructed of plywood and oriented strandboard. Forest Prod. J. 52(7/8): 83-89.
· Erdil, Y. Z., J. Zhang, and C. A. Eckelman. 2002. Holding strength of screws in plywood and oriented strandboard. Forest Prod. J. 52(6): 55-62.
· Zhang, J., F. Quin, and B. Tackett. 2002. Direct withdrawal strength of multi-staple joints in pine plywood. Forest Prod. J. 52(5): 61-66.
· Eckelman, C. A., F. C. Lin and J. Zhang. 2002. A technique for structural model of front Rails for sofas. Holz als Roh-und Werkstoff 60 (2002) 60-65.
· Zhang, J., F. Quin, B. Tackett, and S. H. Park. 2002. Direct withdrawal strength of single-staple joints in pine plywood. Forest Prod. J. 52(2): 86-91.
· Zhang, J., F. Quin and B. Tackett. 2001. Bending fatigue life of two-pin dowel joints constructed of wood and wood composites. Forest Products Journal. 51(10): 73-78.
· Zhang, J., D. Lyon, F. Quin and B. Tackett. 2001. Bending strength of gusset-plate joints constructed of wood composites. Forest Prod. J. 51(5): 40-44.
· Zhang, J., F. Quin and B. Tackett. 2001. Bending strength and stiffness of two-pin dowel joints constructed of wood and wood composites. Forest Products Journal. 51(2): 29-35.
· Zhang, J., F. C. Lin, C. A. Eckelman, and H. Gibson. 2000. A structural design model for sofa seat frames equipped with sinusoidal-type springs. Forest Products Journal. 50(3): 49-57.
· Eckelman, C. A. and J. Zhang. 1995. Uses of GSA performance test method for upholstered furniture in the engineering of upholstered furniture frames. Holz als Roh-und Wekstoff 53(1995) 261-267.
· Zhang, J. and C. A. Eckelman. 1993. Rational design of multi-dowel corner joints in case construction. Forest Products Journal. 43 (11/12): 52-58.
· Zhang, J. and C. A. Eckelman. 1992. The bending moment resistance of single-dowel corner joints in case construction. Forest Products Journal. 43(6): 19-24.
PROCEEDINGS
· Dai, L. and J. Zhang. 2006. Fatigue performance of wood-based composites as upholstered furniture frame stock. SEM Annual Conference & Exposition on Experimental and Applied Mechanics, June 5-7, Adam’s Mark Hotel, St. Louis, Missouri.
· Zhang, J. 2003. Overview of FRU/MSU research on analysis, testing, and design of upholstered furniture frames durability. International conference on furniture design and manufacturing in the 21st century. November 8-10, 2003. Nanjing, China: 85-96.
· Zhang, J. and V. Yadama. 2002. Evaluation of 3M Jet-WeldTM Adhesives for application in upholstered furniture frame construction. TAPPI Hot Melt Symposium 2002, Charlotte, North Carolina: 179-190.
· Eckelman, C. A. and J. Zhang. 1994. The furniture engineer’s toolbox. CIFAC ‘94, The Second International Symposium on Computer in Furniture and Cabinet Manufacturing, Atlanta, Georgia: 183-189.
POPULAR MAGAZINE ARTICLES
· Tackett, B and J. Zhang, J. 2001. Joint-by-joint design software provides fastener strength formula applications. Modern Woodworking Magazine. 15(9): 32-37.
· Zhang, J. 2000. Comparing bending fatigue life of dowel joints: Strength levels of wood and wood components vary. Modern Woodworking Magazine. 14(11): 33-36.
· Zhang, J. 2000. Testing the ultimate bending strength of joints: How five different wood components fared. Modern Woodworking Magazine. 14(8): 29-32.
· Zhang, J. 2000. Research provides solutions for upholstered seating frame failures. Modern Woodworking Magazine. 14(6): 33-36.
· Zhang, J. 1999. Optimum design of upholstered furniture frames. Mississippi Furniture Forum. 4(1): 5.
REPORTS, BULLETINS, BROCHURES
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2005. Testing of Schnadig furniture frame style 6200-82 using ANSI/BIFMA X5.1-2002 furniture testing standards. A report submitted to Schnadig Corporation, Belmont, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2005. ANSI/BIFMA X5.1-2002 performance results for the Florin frame style. A report submitted to La-Z-Boy, Leland, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2005. ANSI/BIFMA X5.1-2002 performance results for the Tote frame style. A report submitted to La-Z-Boy, Leland, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2005. ANSI/BIFMA X5.1-2002 performance results for the bariatric frame style. A report submitted to La-Z-Boy, Leland, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2005. Performance results for GSA FNAE-80-214A testing of Ashley bare frame style 419-38K constructed of Georgia Pacific material. A report submitted to Georgia Pacific, Louisville, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2005. Performance results for GSA FNAE-80-214A testing of Alan White frames. A report submitted to Alan White Company, Shannon, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2005. ANSI/BIFMA X5.1-2002 performance results for the Horizon frame style. A report submitted to Leland Mfg. (La-Z-Boy Contract Division), Leland, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2005. ANSI/BIFMA X5.1-2002 performance results for two Vela frame styles. A report submitted to Leland Mfg. (La-Z-Boy Contract Division), Leland, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2005. ANSI/BIFMA X5.1-2002 performance results for two Flexsteel frames of style M1205A wood frame legs with 3938SF seat frame and 3938BF back frame. A report submitted to Flexsteel Industries, Inc., Dubuque, Iowa.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2005. Furniture testing regimen GSA FNAE-80-214A performed on Adden sofa frame SF3103. A report submitted to Adden Furniture, Inc, Lowell, MA.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2005. ANSI/BIFMA X5.1-2002 performance results for a Horizon flakeboard frame. A report submitted to Leland Mfg. (La-Z-Boy Contract Division), Leland, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2005. ANSI/BIFMA X5.1-2002 performance results for chair style C2653-10. A report submitted to Flexsteel, Starkville, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2005. GSA FNAE-80-214A performance results for Flexsteel chair style 6200-82. A report submitted to Flexsteel, Starkville, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2005. ANSI/BIFMA X5.1-2002 performance results for frame styles LB117T and 92250. A report submitted to Leland Mfg. (La-Z-Boy Contract Division), Leland, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2005. ANSI/BIFMA X5.1-2002 performance results for the Aura frame style. A report submitted to Leland Mfg. (La-Z-Boy Contract Division), Leland, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2005. 1000 LB. loading of Grazie bariatric frame. A report submitted to Leland Mfg. (La-Z-Boy Contract Division), Leland, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2005. Durability testing of a sofa seat foundation according to GSA FNAE-80-214A for Albany Industries. A report submitted to Albany Industries, New Albany, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2004. Stability testing of recliners for Franklin Corporation. A report submitted to Franklin Corporation, Houston, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2005. Testing of DeCoro recliner mechanism in according to GSA FNAE-80-214A procedures. A report submitted to DeCoro USA, Ltd, High Point, NC.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2005. Durability testing of a sofa seat foundation according to GSA FNAE-80-214A. A report submitted to Max Homes LLC, Fulton, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2005. Foam cushion testing for Leggett & Platt, Inc. A report submitted to Leggett & Platt, Inc, Coldwater, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2005. Testing of Flexsteel Industries recliner style C586R-50 in according to GSA FNAE-80-214A procedures. A report submitted to Flexsteel Industries, Inc., Dubuque, IA.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2005. Foam cushion testing for Leggett & Platt, Inc. A report submitted to Leggett & Platt, Inc, Coldwater, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2005. Durability testing of a sofa and love seat foundation, and arm according to GSA FNAE-80-214A for Albany Industries. A report submitted to Albany Industries, New Albany, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2005. Foam cushion testing on foam cushions 1727, NG277, and reflex core for for Leggett & Platt, Inc. A report submitted to Leggett & Platt, Inc, Coldwater, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2005. Durability testing of sofa cushions according to ASTM D 3574 test I3 for United Furniture Industries. A report submitted to United Furniture Industries, Okolona, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2005. Durability testing of polyurethane foam cushions according to ASTM D 3574 for Lane Furniture Industries. A report submitted to Lane Furniture Industries, Tupelo, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2005. Testing of Franklin Corporation bare frame recliners in according to GSA FNAE-80-214A procedures. A report submitted to Franklin Corporation, Houston, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2005. Durability testing of sofa cushions by referencing GSA FNAE-80-214A and ASTM 3574 for Peoploungers, Inc. A report submitted to Peoploungers, Inc, Nettleton, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2004. Testing of Hickory spring recliner mechanism 5128 in according with GSA FNAE-80-214A procedures. A report submitted to Hickory Springs Manufacturing Company, Hickory, NC.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2004. Foam cushion testing. A report submitted to Premier Foam, Newman, GA.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2004. Durability testing of a sofa seat foundation according to GSA FNAE-80-214A for Albany Industries. A report submitted to Albany Industries, New Albany, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2004. Durability testing of a sofa seat foundation according to GSA FNAE-80-214A for Albany Industries. A report submitted to Albany Industries, New Albany, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2004. Pre-shipment vibration testing of packaging material for Albany Industries. A report submitted to Albany Industries, New Albany, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2004. Foam cushion testing. A report submitted to Premier Foam, Newman, GA.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2004. Testing to determine the durability of two sample cushions of polyurethane foam. A report submitted to Kevin Charles Furniture, New Albany, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2004. Foam cushion testing for Kevin Charles Furniture. A report submitted to Kevin Charles Furniture, New Albany, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2004. Pre-shipment vibration testing of packaging material for Advantage Furniture. A report submitted to Advantage Furniture, Baldwyn, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2004. Analyzing the warping of veneered plywood panels for cabinet door. A report submitted to Lifespec Cabinet System, Oxford, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2004. Durability testing of a sofa seat foundation according to GSA FNAE-80-214A for Albany Industries. A report submitted to Albany Industries, New Albany, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2004. Testing of Hickory spring recliner mechanism 5128 in according with GSA FNAE-80-214A procedures. A report submitted to Hickory Springs Manufacturing Company, Hickory, NC.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2004. Impact/handling test of sleeper chair for Golden Chair according to Rule 180 of the National Motor Freight Classification 100-AD. A report submitted to Golden Chair, Houlka, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2004. Foam cushion testing for Kevin Charles Furniture. A report submitted to Kevin Charles Furniture, New Albany, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2004. Pre-shipment vibration testing of packaging material for Albany Industries. A report submitted to Albany Industries, New Albany, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2004. Pre-shipment vibration testing of packaging material for Tupelo Manufacturing Company. A report submitted to Tupelo Manufacturing Company, Tupelo, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2004. Testing of Flexsteel Industries recliner style C586R-50 in accordance with GSA FNAE-80-214A procedures. A report submitted to Flexsteel Industries, Dubuque, IA.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2004. Evaluation of the loft of polyester fiber filled cushions for Consolidated Textiles. A report submitted to Consolidated Textiles, Charlotte, NC.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2004. Evaluation of polyester fiber cushions for Bauhaus USA. A report submitted to Bauhaus USA, Saltillo, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2004. Durability testing of seat foundation according to GSA FNAE-80-214A. A report submitted to Albany Industries, New Albany, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2004. Performance results for GSA FNAE-80-214A testing of sofa style 3368-3. A report submitted to Broyhill Corporation, Lenoir, NC.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2004. ANSI/BIFMA X5.4-1997 performance results for frame style C2415-16. A report submitted to Flexsteel Insustries Incorporated, Starkville, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2004. Performance results for GSA FNAE-80-214A testing of furniture style 6200-82. A report submitted to Schnadig Corporation, Belmont, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2004. Furniture testing regimen GSA FNAE-80-214A performed on Flexsteel sofa styles C5001-10, C5001-20, C5001-31, 5002-10, 5002-20, and 5002-31. A report submitted to Flexsteel Insustries Incorporated, Starkville, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2004. ANSI/BIFMA X5.1-1993 performance results for frame styles 92-213 and 92-113. A report submitted to La-Z-Boy, Leland, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2004. Furniture testing regimen GSA FNAE-80-214A performed on Norwalk sofa styles 9482-70 and 9543-70. A report submitted to Norwalk Furniture Corporation, Norwalk, OH.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2004. Furniture testing regimen GSA FNAE-80-214A performed on Davis International sofa frames 9303. A report submitted to Davis International Furniture Corporation, Verona, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2004. ANSI/BIFMA X5.1-2002 performance results for the Hyperion frame style. A report submitted to La-Z-Boy, Leland, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2004. ANSI/BIFMA X5.1-2002 performance results for the La-Z-Boy Mantis frames styles SW3221, SW2129A, SW3229A, SW3221A, and SW3229. A report submitted to La-Z-Boy, Leland, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2004. Furniture testing regimen GSA FNAE-80-214A performed on a church pew. A report submitted to HEW, LLC Research and Development, Commerce, GA.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2004. ANSI/BIFMA X5.1-2002 performance results for the Gadget frame style. A report submitted to La-Z-Boy, Leland, MS.
· Zhang, J. and M. Maupin. 2004. Screw withdrawal performance results for Chinese poplar and paulowna. A report submitted to Townsend Building Material Sales Inc. Clinton, MS.
· Zhang, J. and R. Tackett. 2003. Performance results for GSA FNAE-80-214A seat load foundation testing of a styleline sofa. A report submitted to Styleline Furniture. Verona, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2003. ANSI/BIFMA testing results for frame style C2398-16. A report submitted to Flexsteel Industries, Starkville, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2003. Performance results for GSA FNAE-80-214A testing of motion furniture styles 19876, 19886, and 19829. A report submitted to Berkline Corporation, Morristown, TN.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2003. Strength test results for chair styles LQ1201 and L7001. A report submitted to La-Z-Boy, Leland, MS.
· Zhang, J. and R. Tackett. 2003. ANSI/BIFMA X5.4-1997 performance results for frame style C2091-10. A report submitted to Flexsteel Industries Incorporated, Starkville, MS.
· Zhang, J. and R. Tackett. 2003. ANSI/BIFMA X5.1-1993 performance results for frame style 6840. A report submitted to Tupelo Manufacturing, Inc., Tupelo, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2003. Furniture testing regiment GSA FNAE-80-214A performed on Adden sofa frame MS103. A report submitted to Adden Furniture, Inc., Lowell, MA.
· Zhang, J. and R. Tackett. 2003. Strength test results for chair styles LQ1201 and L7001. A report submitted to La-Z-Boy, Leland, MS.
· Zhang, J. and R. Tackett. 2003. Performance results for GSA FNAE-80-214A seat load foundation testing of a Styleline sofa. A report submitted to Styleline Furniture. Verona, MS.
· Zhang, J. and R. Tackett. 2003. Furniture testing regimen GSA FNAE-80-214A performed on Flexsteel sofa frame C2094-10. A report submitted to Flexsteel Industries Incorporated, Starkville, MS.
· Zhang, J. and R. Tackett. 2003. Performance results for GSA FNAE-80-214A testing of motion furniture styles 198-76 and 198-29. A report submitted to Berkline Corporation. Baldwyn, MS.
· Zhang, J. and R. Tackett. 2003. Performance results for GSA FNAE-80-214A testing of furniture style 6200-82. A report submitted to Schnadig Corporation. Belmont, MS.
· Zhang, J. and R. Tackett. 2003. Performance results for GSA FNAE-80-214A testing of furniture style 6200-82. A report submitted to Schnadig Corporation. Cornelia, GA.
· Zhang, J. and R. Tackett. 2004. Performance results for GSA FNAE-80-214A testing of sofa style 3368-3. A report submitted to Broyhill Corporation, Lenoir, NC.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2003. Evaluation of polyester fiber filled cushions for Bauhaus USA. A report submitted to Bauhaus USA, Saltillo, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2003. Durability testing of a sofa seat foundation & sofa arm according to GSA FNAE-80-214A for Albany Industries. A report submitted to Albany Industries, New Albany, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2003. Durability testing of sofa seat cushions by referencing GAS FNAE-80-214A. A report submitted to Albany Industries, New Albany, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2003. Testing of Southern Motion recliner style 1301 legs & ottoman unit in accordance with GSA FNAE-80-214A procedures. A report submitted to Marvin. J. Perry & Associates, Kensington, MD.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2003. Foam cushion testing. A report submitted to Premier Foam, Newman, GA.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2003. Pre-shipment vibration testing of packaging material for Albany Industries. A report submitted to Albany Industries, New Albany, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2003. Durability testing of a sofa seat foundation according to GSA FNAE-80-214A for Albany Industries. A report submitted to Albany Industries, New Albany, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2003. Durability testing of a sofa seat foundation according to GSA FNAE-80-214A for Albany Industries. A report submitted to Albany Industries, New Albany, MS.
· Zhang, J. and M. Maupin. 2002. Lateral screw withdrawal performance in cottonwood. A report submitted to Batesville Casket Company, Batesville, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2002. Mechanical properties evaluation of Louisiana Pacific’s OSB products. A report submitted to Louisiana Pacific Corporation, Sherwood, OR.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2002. Durability testing of seat cushion backings according to GSA FNAE-80-214A. A report submitted to Albany Industries, New Albany, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2002. Durability testing of a sofa seat foundation according to GSA FNAE-80-214A. A report submitted to Albany Industries, New Albany, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2002. Durability testing of a sofa arm according to GSA FNAE-80-214A. A report submitted to Albany Industries, New Albany, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2002. Cushion testing. A report submitted to Leggett & Platt, Inc., Coldwater, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2002. Staple withdrawal strength testing. A report submitted to Albany Industries, New Albany, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2002. Testing of southern motion recliner style 1301 in accordance with GSA FNAE-80-214A procedures. A report submitted to Southern Motion, Inc, Kensington, MD.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2002. Performance results for GSA FNAE-80-214A testing of Ashley bare recliner style 76225. A report submitted to Ashley Furniture, Inc, Arcadia, WI.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2002. Test performance results of Peoploungers style 313-014. A report submitted to Louisiana Pacific Corporation, Sherwood, OR.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2002. Performance results for GSA FNAE-80-214A testing sofa style 835-061 made from pine plywood, pine OSB, and aspen OSB. A report submitted to Louisiana Pacific Corporation, Sherwood, OR.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2002. FNAE-80-214A test performance results of sofa style 50-158 using two different pine plywoods. A report submitted to Schnadig Corporation, Belmont, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2002. ANSI/BIFMA performance results for frame styles 8666, 8641, 8667, 8682, and 491. A report submitted to Loewenstein, Inc, Pompano Beach, FL.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2002. ANSI/BIFMA X5.1-1993 performance results for frame style Modivo 397. A report submitted to Loewenstein, Inc., Pompano Beach, FL.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2002. ANSI/BIFMA X5.1-1993 performance results for frame style 800-110. A report submitted to Loewenstein, Inc., Pompano Beach, FL.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2002. FNAE-80-214A test performance results of sofa style 1981 using two different pine plywoods. A report submitted to Industrial Timber Corporation, Ether, NC.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2002. Testing to determine force needed to separate back shell from the cushion of two Z chairs. A report submitted to La-Z-Boy Corporation, Leland, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2002. Performance results for GSA FNAE-80-214A testing of Bauhaus sofa style 3QAH. A report submitted to Bauhaus USA Incorporated, Saltillo, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2002. Performance results for GSA FNAE-80-214A testing of Bauhaus sofa style 9CAW. A report submitted to Bauhaus USA Incorporated, Saltillo, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2002. ANSI/BIFMA X5.1-1993 performance results for Falcon Products frame styles 9800. A report submitted to Falcon Products, Canton, MS.
· Zhang, J. 2001. Furniture research. Research on fatigue behavior of upholstered furniture joints. Furniture Highlights. The Furniture Research Unit. Mississippi State University.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2001. Performance results for GSA FNAE-80-214A testing of Flexsteel chair styles X41301 and EX41301. A report submitted to Flexsteel Industries Incorporated, Starkville, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2001. Performance results for GSA FNAE-80-214A testing of bare sofa styles 830xx38. A report submitted to Ashley Upholstery, Ecru, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2001. Performance results for GSA FNAE-80-214A testing of sofa styles 605 and 602. A report submitted to Benchcraft, Blue Mountain, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2001. Performance results for GSA FNAE-80-214A testing of sofa style 911-88. A report submitted to Ashley Upholstery, Ecru, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2001. Performance results for GSA FNAE-80-214A testing of center seat box of frame styles 688. A report submitted to Ashley Upholstery, Ecru, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2001. Shear block testing of different adhesives used to bond plywood. A report submitted to Flexsteel Industries, Starkville, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2001. PACT IV packaging system evaluation. A report submitted to Advanced Packaging Solutions, Granite Falls, NC.
· Zhang, J. 2000. Furniture research. The FY2000 FWRC annual report. Mississippi State University.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2000. Performance results of three variations of Pallister sofa style 777-62. A report submitted to Palliser Furniture, Canada.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2000. Comparing the structural integrity of recliner frames for Ashley Furniture in accordance with GSA FEHS-78-125. A report submitted to Ashley Furniture Industries, Inc., MS
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 2000. Performance results of Tupelo manufacturing sofa and loveseat styles 2220 and 2210. A report submitted to Tupelo Manufacturing Furniture, Tupelo, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2000. Pre-shipment vibration testing of packaging material for Benchcraft Corporation sofa styles 42800 & 37700. A report submitted to Benchcraft Corporation, Blue Mountain. MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 2000. Testing of Franklin Corporation recliner in accordance with GSA deviation to FNAE 80-214 applicable to recliner chairs. A report submitted to Franklin Corporation, Houston, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 1999. Test of chair frame styles 2901-00136 and 2901-00137. A report submitted to Quality Plywood, INC., Waynesboro, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 1999. Performance results of plastic spring clips on frame style 970-38. A report submitted to Ashley Upholstery, Ecru, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 1999. GSA FNAE-80-214 test performance results of frame style 9110. A report submitted to Bauhaus South, Inc., Saltillo, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 1999. ANSI/BIFMA seating impact test performed on frames LS-16, LS-17, and LS-241. A report submitted to Adden Furniture, Lowell, MA.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 1999. ANSI/BIFMA horizontal arm strength test on chair style 187C10. A report submitted to Flexsteel Corporation, Starkville, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 1999. Structural integrity of Washington Furniture recliners tested in accordance with GSA FNAE 80-214 procedures. A report submitted to Washington Furniture Manufacturing, Houlka, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 1999. Holding strength of screws in particleboard. A report submitted to Batesville Casket Company, Batesville, IN.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 1999. Comparative analysis OF FR foam and densified polyester fiber. A report submitted to MidAmerica Fiber Company, Chesterfield, MO.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 1999. Testing of Flexsteel furniture sofas (styles 6930-31 and C-7085-3). A report submitted to Flexsteel Industries, Dubuque, IA.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 1999. Testing of Flexsteel furniture recliners (styles C 206 R and C 212 R). A report submitted to Flexsteel Industries, Dubuque, IA.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 1999. Testing of Flexsteel furniture sofas styles 7526. A report submitted to Flexsteel Industries, Dubuque, IA.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 1999. Fiber cushion testing for E. J. Wright, INC. A report submitted to E. J. Wright, Inc., San Jose, CA.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 1999. Testing of polyester fiber cushions for Structure Fibres. A report submitted to Structured Fibres, Inc., Tupelo, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 1999. Unupholstered recliner frame performance tests. A report submitted to Franklin Corporation, Houston, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 1999. NSTA vibration testing of packaging material for Krueger International. A report submitted to Krueger International, Tupelo, MS.
· Zhang, J. and B. Tackett. 1999. Arm, back, and leg testing of bare frame style 334 using glued and unglued joint construction. A report submitted to Benchcraft, Blue Mountain, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 1999. Fiber cushion testing for England/Corsair. A report submitted to England/Corsair, New Tazewell, TN.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 1999. Packaging system testing for Albany Industries-1. A report submitted to Albany Industries, New Albany, MS.
· Zhang, J. and F. Quin. 1999. Packaging system testing for Albany Industries-2. A report submitted to Albany Industries, New Albany, MS.
· Zhang, J. 1996. Picture Geometry - Cabinets, submitted to Thomson Consumer Electronics, PTV mechanical development group - Americas, IN.
· Zhang, J. 1996. PTV cabinet bowed top problem, submitted to Thomson Consumer Electronics, PTV mechanical development group - Americas, IN.
· Acuna, J., J. Zhang, and M. Moya. 1994. ISO-9002 procedures and applications in incoming inspection, materials handing and storage, and process control. Report #3, submitted to KIMBALL Upholstered Products, IN.
· Zumbado, R., J. Acuna, J. Zhang, and M. Moya. 1994. Work methods based on assembly families: an alternative to reduce the incidence of carpal tunnel syndrome in furniture assembly. Submitted to Peter Revington Furniture Co., IN.
· Acuna, J., F. Picado, and J. Zhang. 1993. ISO-9002 procedures and applications in incoming inspection, materials handing and storage, and process control. Report #1, submitted to KIMBALL Upholstered Products, IN.
GRANTS, CO-OPERATIVE AGREEMENTS AND INDUSTRIAL CONTRACTS
GRANTS
· A fundamental and applied investigation of kenaf-based fiber/polymer composites as potential lightweight materials for automotive components. 2005. DOE Crash Center. PI. $250,000. The project was submitted.
· Mechanical property enhancement of wood-plastic composites using carbon nano-tubes and ceramic nano-particles. 2005. USDA-WUR Program. PI. $85,000. The project was awarded.
· Development of design loads for upholstered furniture frames. 2005. USDA-WUR Program. PI. $54,570. The project was submitted.
· Development of novel wood-polyurethane composite foam products. 2005. USDA-WUR Program. CO-PI. $90,000. The project was submitted.
· Structural analysis, design, and testing of Schnadig sofa frames. 2005. MSU Industrial Outreach Service. PI. $48,000. The project was awarded.
· Development of bariatric chair testing and design standards for La-Z-Boy and Tupelo Manufacturing. 2005. MSU Industrial Outreach Service. PI. $18,000. The project was awarded.
· Acoustic emission detection of upholstered furniture frame damage. 2004. FWRC Capacity-Building Grants Program. PI. $14,000. The project was awarded.
· Furniture design and performance testing program for Bureau of Standards Jamaica. 2004. Bureau of Standards Jamaica. PI. $25,000. The project was awarded.
· Strength performance of mortise-tenon joints in wood composite panel products. 2003-2005. USDA-WUR-Tenon03. PI. $40,000. The project was awarded.
· To evaluate the performance of particleboard as potential upholstered furniture frame stock. 2004-2005. Georgia Pacific Particleboard. PI. $13,500. The project was awarded.
· Development of machine vision technology for lumber and panel products. USDA-WUR-Panel04-JZ. 2004-2006. PI. $110,000. The project was awarded.
· Testing facility to support an engineered wood composite beam industry in MS. 2004. MS development authority. CO-PI. $1,029,168. The project was awarded.
· The effect of fire on wood stability for TimTek, an engineered wood product manufactured from small-diameter trees. 2004. USDA/Forest Service-Pacific Northwest Research Station. CO-PI. $80,000. The project was awarded.
· Evaluation of small diameter pine and other species as furnish for a new engineered wood product. 2003. National Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program. CO-PI. $163,000. The project was awarded.
· Finite element modeling of sofa frames. 2002-2004. USDA-WUR. PI. $45,000. The project was awarded.
· Fatigue performance evaluation of OSB panel products. 2003-2004. Nexfor Technology. PI. $21,000. The project was awarded.
· Fatigue life of metal plate connected joints constructed of furniture grade pine plywood. 2001-2003. USDA-WUR065340. PI. $55,000. The project was awarded.
· Performance evaluation of southern yellow pine OSB products and frame evaluations. 2001-2004. Louisiana-Pacific Corporation 065230. PI. $36,000. The project was awarded.
· Direct withdrawal of staples in wood and wood composites. 2000-2002. USDA-WUR065310. PI. $17,065. The project was awarded.
· Fatigue behavior of wood composites subjected to cyclic stepped bending stresses. 2000-2002. USDA-WUR065310. PI. $17,065. The project was awarded.
· Programming schemes for composites bonded with various synthetic/natural adhesives. 2000-2002. USDA-WUR. CO-PI. $59,467. The project was awarded.
· Bending strength and stiffness of metal tooth plate joints in furniture frames. 1999-2001. USDA-WUR065300. PI. $35,500. The project was awarded.
· Instrumentation of furniture testing equipment for accurate collection. 1995-1999. USDA-WUR065020. PI. $51,000. The project was awarded.
· Effect of fatigue on behavior of typical upholstered furniture frame joints. 1996-2001. USDA-WUR065010. PI. $29,500. The project was awarded.
· Dimensional stabilization and preservation of composite products. 1996-2000. USDA-WUR065010. CO-PI. $84,000. The project was awarded.
· Improved physical and dimensional stability of wood composites for furniture and structural applications. 1995-1999. USDA-WUR065020. CO-PI. $45,000. The project was awarded.
· Dielectric properties of wood at ultra-high frequencies. 1996-1999. USDA-WUR065020. CO-PI. $25,000. The project was awarded.
INDUSTRIAL CONTRACTS
1 - SMOA Projects (Year 1999)
No. Company Name Type Test Dollar Value
1 Flexsteel Frames $2,400.00
2 Adden Frames $1,097
3 Bauhaus Frames $4,216
4 Ashley Frames $974
5 Batesville Casket Fasteners $1,500
6 Quality Plywood, Inc. Components $3,000
7 Master Design Frames $6,960
8 Flexsteel Frames $360
9 Washington Furniture Frames $1,696
10 Flexsteel Frames $600
11 Benchcraft Frames $5,000
12 Cater Miller Associates Materials $300
13 Whitesell corp. Packing $1,400
14 E.J. Wright Cushion $600
15 Structured Fibre, Inc. Cushion $720
16 Ashley Furniture Frames $1,200
17 Krueger international Packing $700
18 Franklin Corp. Frames $2,000
19 England/Corsair Cushion $400
20 Albany Industries. Packing $700
21 Flexsteel Frames $600
22 MidAmerica Fiber Cushion $200
23 Albany Industries Packing $700
24 Fibrecraft Cushion $3,200
Total (1999) = $40,523.00
2 - SMOA Projects (Year 2000)
No. Company Name Type Test Dollar Value
1 Ashley Furniture Industries,Inc. Recliner $1,200.00
2 Palliser Furniture Sofa $4,800.00
3 Tupelo Manufacturing Sofa $2,100.00
4 Franklin Corporation Recliner $1,200.00
5 Benchcraft Corporation Packing $700.00
Total (2000) = $10,000.00
3 - SMOA Projects (Year 2001)
No. Company Name Type Test Dollar Value
1 Ashley Furniture Industries,Inc. Sofa $1,100.00
2 Ashley Furniture Industries,Inc. Sofa $924.00
3 Benchcraft Corporation Sofa $900.00
4 Ashley Furniture Industries,Inc. Sofa $1,848.00
5 Flexsteel Chair $3,508.00
6 Flexsteel Joint $600.00
7 PACT Packaging $350.00
8 Airline Manufacturing Joint $250.00
Total (2001) = $9,480.00
4 - SMOA Projects (Year 2002)
No. Company Name Type Test Dollar Value
1 Southern Motion Recliner $2,500.00
2 Batesville Casket Company Joints $1,150.00
3 Ashley Furniture Industries Recliner $1,126.00
4 Loewenstein, Inc. Chair $12,312.00
5 Schnadig Corporation Sofa $1,000.00
6 Industrial Timber Corporation Sofa $1,600.00
7 La-Z-Boy Corporation Shell $300.00
8 Bauhaus Corporation Sofa $6,000.00
9 Falcon Products Chair $2,770.00
10 Albany Industries Cushion $400.00
11 Albany Industries Sofa $300.00
12 Albany Industries Sofa $400.00
13 Leggett & Platt Foam $1,500.00
14 Albany Industries Staple $400.00
Total (2002) = $31,758.00
5 - SMOA Projects (Year 2003)
No. Company Name Type Test Dollar Value
Styeline Furniture Sofa $500.00
1 Flexsteel Industries Chairs $1,070.00
2 Style-line Furniture Sofa $500.00
3 Berkline Corporation Sofa $9,000.00
4 Tupelo Manufacturing Chairs $1,642.00
5 Flexsteel Industries Chairs $600.00
6 La-Z-Boy Corporation Chairs $1,800.00
7 Adden Funiture, Inc. Sofa $3,000.00
8 Style-line Furniture Sofa $500.00
9 Flexsteel Industries Chair $3,500.00
10 Berkline Corporation Sofa $4,000.00
11 Schnadig Corporation Sofa $8,000.00
12 Schnadig Corporation Sofa $2,817.00
13 Broyhill Corporation Sofa $4,200.00
14 Flexsteel Industries Sofa $4,060.00
15 Bauhaus Drive Cushion $600.00
16 Albany Industries Sofa $1,000.00
17 Albany Industries Cushion $1,000.00
18 Southern Motion Recliner $1,250.00
19 Premier Foam Cusion $400.00
20 Albany Industries Sofa $850.00
21 Albany Industries Package $700.00
22 Albany Industries Sofa $1,400.00
23 Hickory Springs Recliner $1,700.00
Total (2003) = $53,589.00
6 - SMOA Projects (Year 2004)
No. Company Name Type Test Dollar Value
1 Premier Foam Foam $400.00
2 Hickory Springs Mfg. Company Recliner $1,700.00
3 Albany Industries Sofa $850.00
4 Albany Industries Sofa $1,400.00
5 Albany Industries Package $350.00
6 Premier Foam Foam $400.00
7 Kevin Charles Furniture Foam $400.00
8 Kevin Charles Furniture Foam $1,800.00
9 Advantage Furniture Package $350.00
10 Lifespec Cabinet System Panel $2,300.00
11 Albany Industries Sofa $700.00
12 Hickory Springs Mfg. Company Recliner $700.00
13 Golden Chair Package $600.00
14 Kevin Charles Furniture Foam $900.00
15 Albany Industries Package $350.00
16 Tupelo Manufacturing Company Package $350.00
17 Flexsteel Industries Recliner $4,900.00
18 Consolidated Textiles Cushions $800.00
19 Bauhaus Corp. Cushions $750.00
20 Albany Industries Loveseat $700.00
21 Super Sagless Package $350.00
22 Georgia Pacific Material $10,000.00
23 Broyhill Corporation Sofa $4,200.00
24 Flexsteel Corporation Stool $674.00
25 Schnadig Corporation Sofa $2,108.00
26 Flexsteel Corporation Frame $4,060.00
27 La-Z-Boy Chair $500.00
28 Norwalk Furniture Corp. Sofa $6,348.00
29 Davis International Sofa $3,400.00
30 La-Z-Boy Chair $1,000.00
31 La-Z-Boy Chair $6,171.00
32 Huber Engineered Wood LLC Pew $5,032.00
33 La-Z-Boy Chair $1,358.00
34 Townsend Building Material Material $300.00
Total (2004) = $66,201.00
7 - SMOA Projects (Year 2005)
No. Company Name Type Test Dollar Value
1 Leland MFG. SMOA#2449 9/05 Chair $572.00
2 Leland MFG. Chair $100.00
3 Albany Industries Sofa $700.00
4 Franklin Corporation Recliners $1,000.00
5 DeCoro SMOA#2296 5/05 Recliners $700.00
6 Schnadig SMOA#2301 4/05 Sofa $2,180.00
7 Leland MFG Chair $2,800.00
8 Leggett&Platt Cushions $1,900.00
9 Max Homes Sofa $700.00
10 A. White SMOA2359 7/05 Sofa $2,800.00
11 Flexsteel Chair $1,525
12 Adden Furn SMOA#2488 11/05 Sofa $4,078.00
13 Albany Ind SMOA2417 8/05 9/05 adj -700 Sofa and loveseat $2,100.00
14 Leland Mfg Chairs $2,716.00
15 Flexsteel Chair $236.00
16 United Furniture Ind SMOA#2485 11/05 Cushions $700.00
17 Lane Furn SMOA#2495 11/05 Cushions $700.00
18 Franklin Corporation Recliners $6,900.00
19 Peoploungers SMOA#2517 12/05 Cushions $500.00
20 Leland MFG SMOA #2482 11/05 Chairs $1,358.00
21 Leland MFG Chair $300.00
Total = $34,565.00
SCIENTIFIC PRESENTATIONS
PRESENTATIONS
· Dai, L. and J. Zhang. 2006. Fatigue performance of wood-based composites as upholstered furniture frame stock. SEM Annual Conference & Exposition on Experimental and Applied Mechanics, June 5-7, Adam’s Mark Hotel, St. Louis, Missouri.
· Wang, X, A. Salenikovich, M. Mohammad, and J. Zhang. 2006. Moment capacity of stapled gusset-plate joints constructed of oriented strandboard for upholstered furniture frames. Forest Product Society 60th Annual Meeting, June 25-28, CA.
· Jadhav, P., M Anakapalli, R. Mantena, L. M. Khoo, and J. Zhang. 2004. Flexural and extensional modulus of oriented strandboard and particleboard from dynamic response measurements. Memphis Area Engineering & Sciences 2004 Conference Christian Brothers University, May 12, Memphis, TN.
· Zhang, J. 2003. Overview of FRU/MSU research on analysis, testing, and design of upholstered furniture frames durability. International conference on furniture design and manufacturing in the 21st century. November 8-10, 2003. Nanjing, China.
· Zhang, J. 2003. Overview of MSU/FP research program concerning strength performance evaluation of wood composites as upholstered furniture frame stock. A technical forum presentation at WBC Spring 2003 Industry Advisory Board Meeting. April 2 and 3, 2003. Starkville, MS.
· Zhang, J. and V. Yadama. 2002. Evaluation of 3M Jet-WeldTM Adhesives for application in upholstered furniture frame construction. TAPPI Hot Melt Symposium 2002, Charlotte, North Carolina.
· Zhang, J. 2000. Fatigue Strength of Two-Pin Dowel Joints Constructed of Wood and Wood Composite. 2000 Annual Meeting of the Forest Products Society. June 18-21, 2000. South Lake Tahoe, Nevada.
· Zhang, J. 1999. Static and fatigue strength evaluation of upholstery frames with plywood-staple construction. A technical presentation at Upholstery Frames with Plywood and Oriented Strand Board Conference. November 16, 1999. Memphis, TN.
· Eckelman, C. A. and J. Zhang. 1994. The furniture engineer’s toolbox. CIFAC ‘94, the Second International Symposium on Computer in Furniture and Cabinet Manufacturing. August 23-24, 1994. Atlanta, Georgia.
POSTERS
· Dai, L., J. Zhang, and L. E. Leightley. 2005. Structural analysis of sofa frame using finite element modeling technique. Forest Products Society 59TH Annual Meeting, June 19-22, QC, Canada.
· Liu, X. and J. Zhang. 2004. Quantitative analysis of glue distribution in wood dowel joints using radio-frequency capacitance. Poster 5. Forest Products Society 58TH Annual Meeting, June 27-30, Grand Rapids, Michigan.
· Dai, L and J. Zhang. 2004. Design loads for upholstered furniture frames. Poster 3. Forest Products Society 58TH Annual Meeting, June 27-30, Grand Rapids, Michigan.
· Maupin, M., X. Liu, and J. Zhang. April 2 and 3, 2003. Density distribution in full-size wood composite panels. Wood-Based Composites Center Spring 2003 Industry Advisory Board Meeting, Starkville, MS.
· Quin, F., B. Chen, and J. Zhang. April 2 and 3, 2003. Fatigue performance of wood composites as upholstered furniture frame stock. Wood-Based Composites Center Spring 2003 Industry Advisory Board Meeting, Starkville, MS.
· Liu, X., M. Maupin, and J. Zhang. 2003. Density distribution of full-size wood-based composites. Booth 40. Forest Products Society 57TH Annual Meeting, June 22-25, Bellevue, WA.
· Li, Gan, J. Zhang, T. Sellers, and F. Quin. 2002. Bending fatigue life estimation of two-pin dowel joints constructed of furniture grade pine plywood. Booth 36. Forest Products Society 56TH Annual Meeting, June 23-26, Madison, WI.
· Quin, F., J. Zhang, and M. Manpin. 2002. Withdrawal resistance of staple joints in pine plywood. Booth 37. Forest Products Society 56TH Annual Meeting, June 23-26, Madison, WI.
· Skipper, J. A., J. Zhang, and F. Quin. 2002. Load-withdrawal displacement characteristics of staples from selected hardwoods. Booth 38. Forest Products Society 56TH Annual Meeting, June 23-26, Madison, WI.
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION AND UNIVERSITY SERVICE
· Serve the Society of Wood Science and Technology (SWST) as Chair of the Visiting Scientist Committee (2005-2007)
· Serve the Gazi University Journal of Science as a board member (2005-present).
· School Forest Committee, Mississippi State University
· Forest Products Awards Nominations (CFR) Committee (Chairman, 1999)
· Search Committee for the Industrial Engineering Furniture Research Position
· Chairman of Search Committee for the Mechanical Testing Lab Research Assistant Position
· Forest Products Logo Subcommittee
· Serve as Faculty Advisor of Association of Chinese Students & Scholars (ACSS) at Mississippi State University (2005).
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
· Forest Products Society
· Society of Wood Science and Technology
· Faculty of Wood-Based Composites Center (WBC) (2001-present)
· TAPPI (2004-present)
OTHER
· Granted tenure in the department of Forest Products at MSU, 2003.
· Adjacent professor at Laval University, Quebec, Canada.
· Contributing Editor, Modern Woodworking Magazine.
· Serve as Forest Products Journal Reviewer.
· Serve as Reviewer of Journal of Material in Civil Engineering.
· Served a judge for Upholstery Design Contest 2002, 2003, and 2004 – “Under the Covers” – underwritten by APA – The Engineered Wood Assn. and udm magazine.
· Product engineering consulting to furniture company Shermag, September 8-10, 2004, Montreal, CA.
· Product engineering consulting to a furniture business owner, December 11-13, 2004, Richmond, VA.
· Product engineering consulting to Intermountain Furniture Manufacturing Company, Inc., June 1-2, 2005, Salt Lake City, UT.中国家具论坛 JILEI ZHANG By 管理员02 http://www.furniturebbs.com/viewthread.php?tid=17299&page=1#pid73849
