Kevin Adkins
Kevin Adkins is an American aerospace engineer, atmospheric scientist, and professor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida.[1] Following distinguished service and leadership in the industry on a variety of transformational fixed-wing and rotorcraft development projects, he was elected a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society for his outstanding contributions in the profession of aeronautics.[2] At Embry-Riddle, he is the Director of the Unmanned Vehicle and Atmospheric Investigation Lab (UNVAIL).[3] Prior to his faculty appointment, Adkins served in the United States Air Force and worked in industry as both a lead aircraft design and flight test engineer.
Early life and education
[edit]Kevin A. Adkins was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan. His fascination with flight and love of the outdoors resulted in him building various air, land and sea vehicles during his teenage years and completing a pilot certificate at the age of 17. These experiences propelled him to undertake studies in aerospace engineering and atmospheric science. He was educated at the University of Michigan, Pennsylvania State University and Mississippi State University.
Research
[edit]Adkins research focuses on boundary layer meteorology, design and applications of uncrewed aircraft systems,[4][5] and advanced air mobility.[6][7]
References
[edit]- ^ "Kevin A Adkins - Faculty". Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
- ^ "FELLOWS" (PDF). Royal Aeronautical Society. December 2019.
- ^ "Unmanned Vehicle and Atmospheric Investigation Lab". Unvail.
- ^ "Mississippi State University and ERAU-Daytona UAS GREEN Energy Research Findings Published". Mississippi State University.
- ^ "Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Leverages UAS Technology to Improve Predictions of the North American Monsoon". UAS Weekly. 29 September 2021.
- ^ Pinholster, Ginger (August 5, 2019). "Urban Drone Flights over Kosovo Offer Rare Insights". Embry-Riddle Newsroom.
- ^ Pinholster, Ginger (July 22, 2021). "Unique Embry-Riddle Assets May Vastly Improve Weather and Air-Quality Data". Embry-Riddle Newsroom.
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