Research Assistant Professor
Midwest Roadside Safety Facility
University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Education

• Doctor of Philosophy, May 1998, GPA 3.98
  University of Nebraska-Lincoln
  Major: Structural Engineering
  Minor: Impact Analysis
  Dissertation: Response of Rectangular Elastoplastic Beams to Monotonic and Alternating Yield Conditions
• Master of Science, December 1989, GPA 3.92
  University of Nebraska-Lincoln
  Major: Structural Engineering
  Minor: Transportation Safety
  Thesis: Cost-Effectiveness: Study to Evaluate lateral Obstacle Clearance Policies for Utility Facilities in Nebraska Urban Areas.
• Bachelor of Science, December 1986, GPA 3.65
  University of Nebraska-Lincoln
  Major: Civil Engineering

Professional Registration
Licensed Civil Engineer in the State of Nebraska (E-7709), April 1993


Research Interests

• Development and computer simulation modeling of roadside safety features
• Impact testing and evaluations
• railing systems for timber deck bridges
• Advanced materials for roadside applications
• Improved breakaway supports for highway use
• Timber/composite guardrail systems

Patents

• Faller, R.K., Reid, J.D., Krenk, K.L., and Paulsen, G.W., Breakaway Connection System for Roadside Use, U.S. Patent No. 5,855,443, January 5, 1999.
• Sicking, D.L., Reid, J.D., Faller, R.K., Pfeifer, B.G., Rosson, B.T., and Rohde, J.R., Light Truck Guardrail System, U.S. Patent Application, January 1996.