Portfolio
CAL Rover
Mars rover prototype developed for 2020 University Rover Challenge
During Spring 2019, I joined the CAL Rover team and worked to assemble, program, design, and test the rover. I was the lead for the arm subsystem, leading the initial redesign and software development. We implemented kinematic modeling through FK and IK using the Cypress PSoC micro-controller.
NERF PRO
Senior Design Capstone Project
Since most NERF guns require both hands to operate, amputees have a difficult time using the product and participating in fun NERF gun activities. Using EMG sensors to measure the muscle activity of the user, NERF Pro(sthetic) fires automatically when the user flexes his or her bicep. Our team worked to design and prototype the projectile mechanism, magazine actuation, EMG control, supporting structures.
OrthoGrip
Orthosis developed for our project partner, Bonnie, to assist with pinching/grabbing
This project focused on the exploration of integrating robotics and orthotics to meet the needs of our project partner, Bonnie, who has a C5/C6 spinal cord injury. Currently, her hands remain passively closed and she uses external tools to grab objects. Through the design process, starting from concept generation to testing our final prototype, we developed a modular design that consisted of two components: a flexible finger that acted as a “sixth” finger, and a wrist-driven glove that actuated pinching. The overall design had two main goals: grasping large objects and pinching with one hand. The results were within our predicted scope, and we received helpful feedback from Bonnie for future design changes.
REPHILL
Smart toolbox to monitor supply levels
This is my final project for my Advanced Programming with MATLAB course. My group consisted of 2 other Mechanical Engineering students, Michael White and Arnav Chaturvedi.
Utilizing MATLAB, Arduino hardware, and force sensitive resistors, rePhill allows you to keep track of your toolbox and always be aware of the state of your supplies. Our product monitors your supply levels and displays notifications when items in the bin are running low. The information on all the supplies in the toolbox is organized in a way that allows users to view details about all the items and exactly where they are in the tool box. Additionally, the information in the database is customizable to store unique items. rePhill continuously runs in the background and streamlines the restocking process for all varieties of machine shops.
Controls of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Applied knowledge of modeling and dynamics of aerial vehicles, and common control strategies
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During my Fall 2017 semester, I took a course called Introduction to Control of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles. Throughout weekly lab sessions, my team and I implemented control schemes to make the Crazyflie 2.0 UAV hover as well as conduct a 360 rotation. We implemented various feedback loops and double integrators. For further development, we would add controls to make the UAV flip and fly in various directions.
VEND2GOGO
iOS App that connects consumers to vending machines
This is my final project for my Introduction to Product Development Course. I worked with a team of 5 undergraduate Mechanical Engineering students: Connor Freeman, Richard Soto, Kenneth Barton, and Tushar Malik. Throughout the semester, we learned about the methods and steps of the design process, eventually developing an iOS application prototype that focused on changing the vending machine experience.
ATLAS V & ISAT LAUNCH ANIMATION
3D modeled and animated rocket and satellite launch
This is my final project for my Advanced Computer Graphics Course. All parts were created in CREO and Autodesk 360 Fusion, and the animations were designed in 3DS Max.
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My group and I researched the Atlas V and iSat Satellite and included all of the essential parts in our assembly video. In the process of this project, we learned and applied the skills needed for DFM and DFA, and 3D modeling.
HANDLE BRO
Universal Phone-Bike Mount
My team and I designed and 3D printed a versatile phone mount for bicycles. We used Solidworks and Type A 3D printers to bring our invention to life. Then we presented it the Jacobs Hall showcase along with a poster and video.
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My team and I started the project by searching for any problems or market opportunities revolving around smartphone accessories. Once we narrowed down our ideas, we decided that there wasn't a versatile phone bike mount in the market. Then we thoroughly researched materials and processes to decide what was optimal for prototyping as well as big scale production.
SPRINKLER VALVE CONCEPT REDESIGN
Innovative sprinkler valve operating on VDC
The purpose of this project was to redesign a garden sprinkler valve, such that it operates on ± 12
VDC. This design uses a ball-screw mechanism instead of solenoid to move the plunger up and down.
WIND TURBINE
Model wind turbine to test strength and feasibility of design
The purpose of this project was to 3D print and design a wind turbine optimized for power generation and stiffness to weight ratio.
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Using previous knowledge of statics and trusses, my team and I were able to develop our most optimal wind turbine, which had the highest stiffness to weight ratio amongst 20 groups.