Dr. Wade Smith

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Wade Smith is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at the University of New South Wales. He is a member of the WAVES group, specializing in Wear, Aeroacoustics, and Vibration Engineering Systems. His research primarily focuses on vibration-based diagnostics for rotating machinery and includes work on prognostics and gear wear monitoring through the analysis of vibration and acoustic emissions. Smith's expertise extends to error analysis, simulation modeling for diagnostic applications, and signal processing of machine vibration signatures, particularly using cyclostationarity and operational modal analysis for structural health monitoring. Smith oversees PhD and Master's projects on gear diagnostics and bearing prognostics, seeking talented research students to join his group.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

— Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, NSW, Australia

Teaches and conducts research in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on vibration-based diagnostics.

Requirements for University of New South Wales

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
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