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Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

BIRDS Lab is a research lab at the University of Michigan under Professor Shai RevzenMy work was to design and prove an inexpensive, open-source gravity compensation rig for evaluating legged robot performance in low-gravity environments. After completing the design (CAD), I fabricated the rig using commonly-available rapid-fabrication techniques and inexpensive stock materials such as ABS and foamcore sheets. The rig’s performance was evaluated using other robots within the BIRDS lab.

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

EMBiR Lab is a research lab at the University of Michigan under the mentorship of Professor Talia MooreThe project seeks to develop independent control of Fiber Reinforced Elastomeric Enclosures (FREEs), which are inflatable tubes with embedded inextensible fibers. My work was to design and fabricate an inflation mechanism and characterize the behavior of the controllable FREE.

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

Lead researcher for the chassis design for a modular, low-cost 6-legged robot platform for dynamics and control experiments (FastAnt). This work implemented the drivetrain modules were developed earlier.

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

Developed within the Multilegged Robots and Animal Motion research team, housed in the BIRDS lab, under the guidance of Professor Shai Revzen.My work was focused on the design, manufacturing, and assembly of multiple iterations of a low-cost drivetrain module, which includes a modular planetary gearbox, BLDC motor, and integrated motor controller. The modular planetary gearbox is manufactured through a combination of 3D printed and laser cut parts.

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

Developed within the Multilegged Robots and Animal Motion research team, housed in the BIRDS lab, under the guidance of Professor Shai Revzen.Redesigned Snaplock 2.0, a low-cost, low-profile connection system that can be used to quickly assemble and disassemble a modular robot. The mechanism is comprised of a plastic piece and a steel plate. The updated design was intended to change the attaching/detaching mechanism from a rotational motion to a linear one. Successive iterations were made for the purpose including, decreasing the difficulty of locking the two pieces together

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

Taught students on a weekly basis on topics such as the breadth of disciplines available to study, and opportunities offered. The content of the course is intended to help students better understand and succeed at the University of Michigan. Graded and provided feedback on assignments. Attended weekly staff meeting

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

As a member of this team, using Siemens NX, I designed end-effectors, whose purpose was to scoop soil. One of my designs was successfully theoretically and functionally tested on Siemens NX and was later 3D printed and successfully passed the practical functionality testing.

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

As a member of this team, I designed the latch mechanism for the hull, intended to prevent water from leaking into the bed of the submarine. For the design of the interface, as well as for functionality testing, I used Siemens NX. Additionally, I prototyped and functionally tested designs for supporting a modular submarine propeller propulsion system. As part of the project, I also designed a support mechanism to hold the submarine in place while it is not submerged in water.

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

Planned and implemented non-classroom activities for M-STEM students, such as scavenger hunts, throughout the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor to help the students familiarize themselves with the campus Tutored students in mathematics at their respective levels (Calculus I, II, III, IV), increasing students’ overall understanding that was seen through exam scores and homework assignments. Supervised students

Woodbury, New York, United States

Performed analyses of design schematics to ensure no errors had been madeDevelopment and revisions of presentations on a variety of topics including structural analysis, mechanical and fire protection.Dived deep into understanding the guidelines that structures and other mechanisms need to follow along with the process in which it was developedUnderstanding of the guidelines that structures and other mechanisms need to follow along with the process in which it was developed

Master Of Science - Ms, Electrical And Computer Engineering: Robotics

Bachelor Of Engineering - Be, Mechanical Engineering, 3.4/4.0

Activities and Societies: Engineering Honors Program (including Honors ASB/Go Chair on the Student Advisory Board) MDP: Multi-Legged.

High School Diploma, A

Activities and Societies: Syosset High School: Spanish National Honor Society, National Honor Society, New York State Finalist in First.