September 2024 – September 2025
Develop a hydroponic structure and water-distribution concept that could support plant growth while remaining practical to build, maintain, and operate within a limited budget.
I led the mechanical design work, developed CAD models and drawings, performed fluid-system calculations, compared equipment and material options, and coordinated a team of ten students.
The project produced eight CAD models for a 12 ft × 6 ft structure and design changes that reduced projected system costs by 30%.
Mechanical Engineering Course Project
Spring 2025
Designed and manufactured a 3D-printed catapult using CAD, structural calculations, and ANSYS FEA. Evaluated stress concentrations and predicted failure behavior, used 20% gyroid infill for fabrication, and compared simulation predictions with projectile-launch and destructive load testing.
Rochester Institute of Technology
September 2026 to Present
Developing mechanical design concepts for an assistive device while evaluating proximity-sensing technologies and speaker or haptic feedback options. Investigating component integration, ergonomic enclosure design, user comfort, assembly requirements, and project constraints.
Rochester Institute of Technology
September 2026 to Present
Developed a MATLAB-based numerical model using pressure forces and motion equations to predict launcher behavior. Conducted parameter studies, collected experimental data using Vernier instrumentation and Logger Pro, and investigated model-versus-experiment differences ranging from approximately 4% to 23% across reported comparisons.
Electromechanical Design Project
August 2024 to December 2024
Developed mechanical components and Arduino controls for an automated electromechanical chime system. Performed torque calculations, created CAD models, fabricated parts through laser cutting and 3D printing, and refined actuation timing and alignment to achieve a reported 20% reduction in operating noise.
Rochester Institute of Technology
2024
Translated technical drawings into CAD models and manufactured physical components using a lathe, drill press, and other workshop tools. Worked with steel, aluminum, and plastic, applying dimensional inspection, engineering tolerances, and machining adjustments to achieve the required part geometry.