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Needham, Massachusetts, United States

Berkeley, CA

• Spearheaded the development of a consumer omnidirectional treadmill for VR gaming using DFM/DFA methodologies, building a fully functional MVP through rigorous concept ideation, prototyping, simulations, and testing
• Designed and manufactured custom trapezoidal supports by leveraging SolidWorks and FEA (Ansys Mechanical) to validate smooth multi-directional motion capable of supporting a 300-lb person
• Communicated with machinists and overseas manufacturers to fabricate 400+ components out of Steel 1018 using CNC machining and horizontal bandsaws while adhering to GD&T standards
• Enhanced drivetrain efficiency by reducing motor torque and power requirements by 30% while significantly enhancing belt tension, structural integrity, and turning responsiveness at running speeds

New York, New York, United States

• Oversaw and operated 3D printers, laser cutters, and CNCs for rapid prototyping hundreds of student projects
• Collaborated closely with engineers, industrial designers, artists, and architects to optimize for manufacturability

Windsor Locks, Connecticut, United States

• Optimized aerospace components for metal 3D printing (DMLS) out of Aluminum A205 by designing custom self-supporting features in NX to minimize material usage and mitigate heat-induced warping
• Expedited lead time for urgent airplane seat parts from 8 days to 3 days by optimizing part orientation and layer heights while ensuring high durability and an excellent surface finish
• Reduced excessive lab noise levels by 20 dB through the design and fabrication of a custom noise silencer using the high-strength, thermally resistant material ULTEM 9085 to ensure compliance with OSHA noise standards
• Automated data collection and organization for hundreds of additive builds using Python

Jersey City, New Jersey, United States

• Integrated PCBs and pogo pins for wireless charging into an e-scooter and developed a self-locking mechanism using SolidWorks to enhance user convenience and ensure consistent charging
• Reduced weight of scooter dock by 30%, collaborating with manufacturers to develop a lighter sheet metal structure, house electromechanical solenoids, and maintain brand aesthetics

Manhattan, New York, United States

• Designed and optimized a specialized aerodynamics package by surface modelling in SolidWorks and Siemens NX and performing CFD analysis using Ansys Fluent
• Manufactured the nosecone and sidepods in carbon fiber vacuum layups using CNC foam and 3D printed molds

• Led a team of 10+ students in designing lightweight spacecraft truss structures bioinspired by the mechanical strength found in glass sponges.
• Achieved a 40% increase in compressive yield strength over traditional aerospace structures, such as isogrid and orthogrid.
• Authored a proposal that was selected by NASA professionals out of 100 other project proposals.

New Brunswick, NJ

• Researched microRNA expression for a published neuroscience paper on the pathogenesis of Parkinson’s.
• Examined thousands of proteins to discover coding sequences that promote neurodegenerative diseases.
• Distinguished as the top research intern of the summer by Dr. Eunsung Junn (Head Researcher).

Master Of Engineering - Meng, Mechanical Engineering (Product Design)

MEng in Mechanical Engineering (Product Design), Fung Excellence Scholarship Recipient

Bachelor Of Engineering - Be, Mechanical Engineering

Summa Cum Laude Minor: Computer Science Activities/Societies: Dean's List, Tau Beta Pi Honor Society, Cooper Union Motorsports FSAE.

High School

Activities and Societies: Technology and Computers Club - Treasurer, Model UN - Secretary, Science National Honors Society, National.