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Washington, DC, US

Part of a capstone research process aimed at constructing and testing UVA's first h-class hybrid rocket motor.Designing oxidizer tank system using NOS. Developing P&ID diagrams and system configuration.

Charlottesville, Virginia, United States

Studying detonations and the propagation of shock waves.Designing the control system to allow for experiment automation.

Charlottesville, Virginia, United States

Working with Professor Daniel Quinn to study flow properties through UVA's flow tube being constructed. Verifying static and dynamic pressure values and ensuring safety protocols.

Developing a dynamic thrust testing stand to map motor efficiency.

Charlottesville, Virginia, United States

Proficiently interpreting diverse engineering drawings and physical components, I adeptly crafted solid models vital for manufacturing and supplying spare parts to military aircraft like the KC-135. Leveraging reverse engineering methodologies within the internal MARS database, SolidWorks, and specialized drawing software, I revitalized legacy aircraft.

East Syracuse, New York, United States

I led microchannel heat exchanger testing aimed at minimizing frost accumulation, significantly improving thermal conductivity and enhancing heat transfer in sub-zero environments, ultimately optimizing system performance. Using MATLAB and Engineering Equation Solver (EES), I designed and implemented a Phase Change Material (PCM) based energy storage.

Self Propelled Micro-tubes Lab

Engaged in cutting-edge research focused on enhancing heat transfer using self-propelled silver compounds and manganese dioxide particles. Initial experiments demonstrated promising qualitative outcomes, with heat-sensitive camera analysis revealing improved convection and heat transfer. Orchestrated quantitative trials to validate heightened heat transfer.

Washington DC-Baltimore Area

During my summer internship at AARP, I collaborated with the internal CSN department to enhance operational efficiency by automating data reporting processes. Through close consultation and Agile methodologies, I identified and optimized various data pathways, adapting seamlessly to evolving requirements. I meticulously analyzed and refined these pathways.

Materials Informatics Lab

Crafting an AI model to forecast the optimal composition of a disilicate coating for minimal thermal expansion ratio. Methodically collected and scrutinized experimental data across a range of compositions to comprehend the thermal expansion ratio dynamics of disilicate coatings. Additionally, conducted comprehensive literature reviews to gather sample.

Contributed to the Booz Allen Hamilton, IRS Innovation Lab by creating a UIPath RPA prototype. This solution involved screen scraping to collect data from legacy tax systems for Case Management purposes, bridging the gap where modern integration APIs were lacking. Designed and developed a UiPath solution empowering business users to access taxpayer data.

Collaborated with application architects to conceptualize mobile features, seamlessly converting designs and wireframes into top-notch code using modern UI frameworks like React. Utilized UI/UX tools like FIGMA for meticulous screen design and review. Orchestrated design system workflows, conducted comprehensive customer data analysis, and actively engaged.

Bachelor'S Degree, Aerospace, Aeronautical And Astronautical Engineering, 3.88

Activities and Societies: Sigma Gamma Tau (Aerospace Honors Society), Theta Tau, High Powered Rocketry Club; NASA Lunabotics, Solar Car.

Master Of Engineering - Meng, Aerospace, Aeronautical And Astronautical/Space Engineering

Pursuing accelerated masters program in Aerospace Engineering.

Engineering

Engineering

Activities and Societies: VEX Robotics Club Vice President, FRC, Lion Hearts, Travel Soccer, AET