Advanced cluster by designing and assembling computational nodes from COTS components, increasing computational capacity by 17%. Cluster processes data from Mars 2020 and NASA LRO.Identified failure points in existing node designs, then designed novel electrical adapter, eliminating reliance on outdated hardware, increasing power efficiency by 8%, and decreasing PSU costs by 70%.Designed, assembled, tested, and integrated PCB to collect supplemental data for ground penetrating radar measurements, namely antenna orientation and ground distance. The system logged this data along with NMEA 0183 messages parsed from our Trimble GPS.

Mandala Space Ventures is an engineering studio focused on aerospace startup R&D.Used ANSYS Mechanical Workbench to conduct steady-state finite-element thermal analysis of spacecraft electronics during sunlit and eclipse periods.Led the effort to build a proof-of-concept computer cluster for a new incubation company. Defended Manufacturing Readiness Review and led partnership discussions. Assembled COTS server hardware into a beowulf cluster running open-source HPC software for provisioning and job-scheduling.Used Matlab System Composer to conduct tradespace exploration and optimization for a spacecraft architecture involving data centers in space. The model examined transient cross-interactions between Simulink subsystem models and conducted parametric analysis of design choices on launch power, mass, and volume.

Designed, assembled, tested, and integrated PCB for flight data collection. This board used an ESP32 microcontroller to collect altitude, acceleration, and GPS location of the launch vehicle. Data was logged onto an SD card and snapshots were transmitted in real-time over radio to the bunker.Presented at IDR, PDR, and CDR. Responsible for avionics system operation and avionics go/no-go assessment at launch.

ASME Board Officer and Technical Lead of Combat Robotics (2023-2024 Year).Guided 30 students through the process of designing, modeling, and manufacturing 3 lb. robots for competition through presentations and hands-on workshops. Taught fundamentals of SolidWorks, FEA, manufacturing (3D printing, lathing, milling), and electronics.Secured funding, managed budgets, and coordinated logistics for our intercollegiate competition at UCLA.

Communicated across subteams to design 3-stage weapon system for 15lb bot competition. Used SolidWorks to draft and refine parts. Conducted stress and topology simulations to reduce mass and optimize strength.Manufactured complex parts and testing rigs, using CNC Machines, Waterjet, 3D Printing, Lathes, Mills.

Coordinated with 3-member team to design and manufacture 3 lb. combat robot for competition. Used SolidWorks for 3D design. Soldered electronics. 3D printed chassis from PLA. Used waterjet, mill, and lathe to manufacture steel and aluminum components.