Ben Smith

Engineer | bcsmith1@iastate.edu

Ben’s primary functions as Engineer I are working on nozzle test stands to further develop the capabilities for high quality nozzle testing. He is also involved in developing the analysis aspect of the nozzle testing projects as the Digital Ag Team works to test nozzles to meet the industry’s future needs.

“I am excited to get to work on cutting edge projects to develop the next generation of testing equipment and to get to work for a team that makes a real world impact and that impacts agriculture directly.”

Education and Certifications:

Ph.D. Industrial and Agricultural Technology, Iowa State University 2021

M.S. Industrial and Agricultural Technology, Iowa State University, 2018

B.S. Animal Science, Iowa State University, 2017

B.S. Agricultural Systems Technology, Iowa State University, 2016

Areas of Expertise:

Instrumentation

Data Acquisition

Uncertainty Analysis

Spray Nozzle Testing and Analysis