• Developed an NX-based kinematic model of the human hand that can change position and dimensions based on various input parameters.• Created the models, drawings, bill of materials, and tolerance analysis of a fence door capable of raising or lowering its pivot points as ice buildup impedes the normal opening and closing during Alaskan winters.• Developed an inexpensive bracket that can hold a camera at a repeatable position and orientation to create repeatable images.

• Produced a six-minute overview video on the EIH program which included recording video interviews, remastering audio and visual materials, creating a cohesive narrative, and assembling the final video. The video has been used in EIH events and public facing media accounts to encourage participation in EIH.• Created short videos focused on individual projects and EIH activities within short timeframes that were shared on EIH media accounts to encourage interest in the program.• Designed various graphics and flyers for social and email communication to encourage student and sponsor participation in EIH.• Wrote and published various articles highlighting previous projects that began their development in EIH.

• Investigated the degradation of mechanical properties of various polymers in a blood-like environment through the creation of blood vessel surrogates, tensile testing, and analysis. I then presented the results of this research at the 2017 BMES conference.• Tested the effectiveness of origami inspired compliant structures to regulate radiative heat absorption/emission by designing and manufacturing test fixtures and instrumentation and performing thermal testing. I presented the results of this research at the 2014 ASME conference. • Explored the use of compliant mechanisms to create a bio-mimetic Spinal Total Disc Replacement (TDR).• Performed research tasks in the BYU Applied Biomechanics Engineering Laboratory, the Compliant Mechanisms research group, and the Flow Lab (a thermodynamics research group)• Acted as a teaching assistant for various intermediate and advanced mechanical engineering classes i.e., kinematics, materials science, machine design, Neuromechanics of movement, and advanced mechanics of materials. Teaching assistant tasks include homework help, grading, review session, and instruction.

• Created lectures, homework, exams, and labs that explored topics in machine design including stress, strain, FEA, structural analysis, deflection, failure theory, buckling, fatigue, pressure, and press fits. • Lectured for two-hour sessions to a class of 30 junior level students.

• Validated the safe function of the locking mechanism used in a cervical spinal fusion device by designing and manufacturing test fixtures, writing an experimental protocol, performing experiments on an Instron tensile tester, and documenting the results. Results of these experiments allowed the launch of the PreView Spinal Fusion System.• Developed a new multifunctional spinal screwdriver design that could securely hold, drive, and actuate cervical spinal screws while withstanding significant lateral loads. This new design reduced instrument count and complexity during implantation.• Designed and oversaw the prototype manufacturing of a surgical instrument capable of removing a press fit implant inside a percutaneous surgical window. This essential implant revision tool had been a multiyear long hurdle in the launch of a new lumbar spinal implant system with multiple design attempts by other engineers.• Built a validated Finite Element Analysis model of the PreView system that allowed for the investigation of implant design modifications without costly manufacturing and testing runs.• Refined designs and drawings in conjunction with manufacturing partners to improve manufacturability and cost effectiveness including tolerance analysis and GD&T callouts.• Modified implant and instrument designs with the input of surgeons to improve usability and safety.