DENNIS C. HENRY, Ph.D.

Consulting Physicist


An Independent Consultant in the Fields of Applied Physics and Electrical Engineering


Contact Information

715 South Seventh Street

St. Peter, MN 56082-1435

507-931-2784

dchenry@gac.edu

www.dennischenry.com

http://physics.gac.edu/~dchenry/


Consultant Profile


            Dennis C. Henry, Ph.D., is an independent consultant providing scientific and technical services to manufacturing and service industries, railroads, utilities, government agencies, private institutions, and individuals. The practice was established in 1980 and has been operated continuously since that time.


            Dr. Dennis C. Henry is Emeritus Professor of Physics at Gustavus Adolphus College, having retired in 2009 after 30 years of service, with 14 as Department Chairman. He received the Ph.D. degree in physics from the University of Iowa in 1978. His dissertation topic was "A Magnetic Susceptibility Study of the Alloy System SmPxS1-x". He holds the M.S. in physics from Purdue University and the A.B. in physics from Wabash College.


            He taught the full range of courses, with regular offerings in electronics and instrumentation, electromagnetism and circuits, electromagnetic theory, statistical and thermal physics, modern physics, physics of sound and music, and experimental modern physics. He developed special topics courses in magnetic measurements and materials, electromagnetic interference and compatibility, railroad history and technology, and communications technology.


            His research with students and in industry has focused on magnetic shielding in pipes, electromagnetic interference, soft magnetic materials, railroad control systems and numerous proprietary technologies.


Consulting Approach


            Dr. Henry welcomes inquiries regarding possible consulting services. Initial communication to determine the nature and scope of the services required and cost estimates are provided on a no-fee basis. This is followed by a contract proposal, supplemented as needed by client non-disclosure agreements and waivers. Upon acceptance, such contracts become the working agreements. Referrals to and from other established consultants is routine. Client references, non-proprietary project descriptions, and copies of publications and presentations are available upon request.


            Consulting services may be provided by e-mail, telephone or in writing from our office, or in person on client property. We do not provide test and measurement services as such, but do retain access to some specialized equipment, as well as an extensive professional library and computing resources.


Examples of Consulting Services

 

    Analysis and mitigation of real or potential malfunctions of equipment and systems due to emissions of and susceptibility to electromagnetic fields and waves

 

    Evaluation of proposed or existing devices employing electrical or magnetic technologies and materials

 

    Evaluation and interpretation of patents

 

    Assistance with development and testing of proprietary processes and products

 

    Assistance with applications of new and existing technologies to freight and passenger railroads

 

    Service as adjunct physicist to companies and organizations requiring occasional assistance

 

    Reviewer of physics faculty and departments at colleges and small universities

 

    Production and editing of technical reports, presentations, and instructional materials

 

    Creation and delivery of short courses, workshops and seminars in primary areas of expertise

 

Professional and Honorary Society Memberships


Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers since 1986

Electromagnetic Compatibility Society of IEEE since 1986

Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society

American Association of Physics Teachers (1966-2011)

Sigma Pi Sigma Physics Honor Society

Delta Pi Alpha German Language Honor Society

Lexington Group in Transportation History since 1982

Minnesota Historical Society since 1982

Northern Pacific Railway Historical Association

 

Curriculum Vitae


Revised January 10, 2012