Thursday, January 12, 2017

Gonzaga University Heads Driverless Car Student Research

 


Certified public accountant Roger Stadtmueller has over two decades of experience in the field with Stadtmueller & Associates, P.S. A donor to many charitable organizations, Roger Stadtmueller supports educational institutions such as Gonzaga University.

Students at Gonzaga University recently contributed to the future of automotive technology through a study focusing on improved safety and effectiveness for driverless vehicles. The recipient of federal grants, a dozen engineering students have begun evaluating methods for providing real-time communication between vehicles. The research is being conducted under the leadership of Rhonda Young, who came to the school from the University of Wyoming and now serves Gonzaga's School of Engineering and Applied Science as associate professor of civil engineering.

The project at Gonzaga will consist of three stages, with the last stage involving putting the engineering students' research into practice. Expected benefits of their work include improvements ranging from decreasing traffic congestion to more efficient route planning.

Tuesday, January 3, 2017

2016 Red Bull Air Race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway




Having worked as a CPA for various firms, Roger Stadtmueller acts as a managing partner for Stadtmueller & Associates, P.S., where he oversees the auditing and manages employees. When he is not busy with work, Roger Stadtmueller is involved with the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.

The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association was founded in 1939. The organization focuses on keeping the sport of aviation safe and affordable for all, and claims over 400,000 members. 

In October of 2016, the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association announced the Red Bull Air Race that occurred at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway for its third year. During the race, pilot Peter Podlunsek was able to fly warbird planes typically used in heavy combat while at war. During the various events he has participated in for over 20 years, he has put in over 1,800 hours in flight, with 1,000 of those hours spent on performing acrobatic tricks. October’s race was no different, with Podlunsek flying in unusual formations with his team. Air Force helicopters were also part of the show’s dynamics.