Dr. Jude Liu

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jude Liu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering at Pennsylvania State University. His research focuses on machine systems and biomass, specializing in the harvesting and processing of biomass feedstocks. He studies the mechanical properties of dedicated energy crops and works on enhancing field efficiency and capacity of machine systems for biomass production. Dr. Liu's work includes innovative technologies in equipment development, such as mechanical fruit thinning and harvest-assist systems for specialty crops. He is also interested in off-road equipment used in agriculture, addressing issues related to soil compaction, performance, fuel consumption, and environmental impact. Dr. Liu is a Professional Engineer registered in Saskatchewan, Canada, and he has been a member of several professional organizations including the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers since 2000.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Pennsylvania State University • University Park, PA

Teaching courses and conducting research in agricultural machinery and biomass processing.

Courses

ASM 310 - Power Transmission ABE 461 - Design Fluid Power Systems ABE 306 - Machines Agricultural Biological Processing ASM 420 - Principles Off-Road Machines ABE 885 - Biomass Harvesting Logistics

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.