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Detroit, Mi, Us

Miami, Florida, United States

• Instrumental in the ideation and conceptualization of an autonomous robotic system for sargassum removal, contributing significantly to the company's innovative vision and product roadmap.• Influenced the design of the vessel, ensuring both functionality and adherence to budgetary constraints, while aiding with detailed mechanical drawings for the collection mechanism.• Successfully identified and procured an ideal boat for transformation into a working prototype, balancing foundational requirements with financial considerations.• Developed and refined a sargassum detection algorithm, achieving an accuracy rate of 85% or higher, showcasing strong capabilities in machine learning and artificial intelligence. • Actively involved in the hands-on manufacturing process of the prototype, translating conceptual designs into a tangible, operational model.• Tasked with designing the control systems for the vessel, applying engineering principles to ensure reliability and efficiency in autonomous operations.• Engaged in extensive community outreach, visiting over 100 households to garner interest and secure funding, demonstrating strong interpersonal and persuasive communication skills.• Played a key role in talent acquisition, identifying and recruiting individuals whose skills and vision align with the start-up’s objectives and culture.

Miami, Florida, United States

• Led the development of the Autonomous Asphalt Laying Machine (AALaM) prototype, integrating autonomous driving capabilities using ROS and fostering team collaboration for innovative problem-solving.• Enhanced the AALaM's functionality by establishing communication between Arduino and ROS Master, incorporating material depositing capabilities.• Applied machine learning algorithms for the detection of targets and obstacles, enabling autonomous navigation of the AALaM.• Accumulated over 150 hours of hand-on experience in maintaining and operating a diverse range of 3D printers, from polymer to metal, ensuring optimal performance. • Oversaw project management for several senior design teams, steering them towards the successful realization of functional prototypes while ensuring adherence to timelines and project milestones.• Instrumental in the authoring and submission of substantial grant proposals, notably a $5 million application for the CMA-MNuR consortium, demonstrating excellence in securing research funding.• Orchestrated consortium-wide communication to amass critical data for grant proposals, guaranteeing thorough and prompt application processes.• Engaged with industrial partners for equipment procurement, adeptly negotiating agreements and managing purchases through the FIU system, contributing to the seamless progression of ongoing projects.

Doral, Florida, United States

Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

Master Of Engineering - Meng, Mechanical Engineering, 3.92

• Specialized in robotics and machine learning with experienced in designing, testing and implementing automated systems • Analyzed.

Bachelor Of Engineering - Be, Mechanical Engineering, 3.74

Activities and Societies: Captain of the varsity sailing team 2020-2021