Owner/Engineering Manager
QCI Engineering
Dr. G. Alexander Korentis is the owner and engineering manager of Quality Component Innovations (QCI), Inc., a leading designer and manufacturer of high-precision mechanical components serving the medical, aerospace, robotics, and power generation industries. With 24 years of experience, Dr. Korentis has been at the forefront of advancing manufacturing technologies, specializing in machine design and multi-axis CNC manufacturing. His work has significantly contributed to the development of innovative solutions for critical applications, such as precision medical devices, aerospace components, and robotic systems, solidifying QCI's reputation as a trusted partner for both Massachusetts' industrial leaders and startups.
A first-generation American, Dr. Korentis earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering from UMass Amherst before obtaining his Master’s degree while working as a Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineer at Pratt & Whitney. The invaluable experience he gained there continues to influence his work today. Dr. Korentis then received a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from UConn, during which he completed advanced doctoral coursework in Robotics, Mechatronics, and the Neural Control of Movement as a visiting Ph.D. candidate at MIT. This robust academic foundation has driven his innovative approach to product design and manufacturing, culminating in recognition through the 2023 Massachusetts Legislative Manufacturing Award and the 2024 MMAP Grant, positioning QCI at the forefront of the robotics and Industry 4.0 revolution.
At UConn, Dr. Korentis serves as an Associate Research Professor in Biomedical Engineering, focusing on neuro-dynamic models for improving traumatic brain injury (TBI) diagnosis. He is also committed to educating the next generation of engineers, teaching the BME Senior Design Seminar Series - Design for Manufacturing. Dr. Korentis is an active member of IEEE, the Robotics and Automation Society, and SME. His extensive contributions to biomechatronics, biomechanics, and the neural control of movement are reflected in his numerous publications and ongoing research.