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James K.
Sprague, Ph.D., P.E.
 Dr.
James Sprague addresses mechanical engineering issues related to
machine design and product design and development. He has
performed dynamics and kinematics analysis of rigid body
systems, including modeling, numerical simulation, and analysis.
These analyses include vehicle dynamics and tire mechanics
involving all types of automotive vehicles. Dr. Sprague has
extensive experience with passenger vehicles, including accident
reconstruction, testing and analysis of automotive vehicles,
systems, components, and instrumentation.
Dr. Sprague is a Vice President in the Ann Arbor office of
Packer Engineering. His prior work experience includes
consulting as a managing engineer with Exponent Failure Analysis
Associates in the areas of mechanical engineering, accident
reconstruction, and biomechanics. He also spent six years with
the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company designing racing tires and
performing vehicle and tire modeling. Dr. Sprague has previously
worked for Mechanical Dynamics, Inc. where he developed
analytical tire models.
Credentials and Professional Honors
Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, University of
Michigan, 1994
M.S., Mechanical Engineering, University of Akron, 1989
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, University of Illinois, 1984
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