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• Create new zinc ion flow battery system by synthesizing different electrodes + electrolytes combinations based on existing theories of this field • Study batteries’ micro properties by operating SEM and EDS • Investigated the performance of battery by conducting various electrochemical testing such as EIS and CV• Collected, sorted and analyzed test data by Excel and Origin, then integrated them into the research report

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

• Prepare the sample (grinding, polishing and etching) and conduct mechanical testing and chemical quantitative analysis for welding plates and pipes as per standard of ASTM and ISO, LR and DNV• Implement failure analysis based on metallurgical knowledge such as phase transformation, grain growth etc.• Write and organize test reports and other documents for laboratory, NDE and welding team by Excel, Power BI etc.• Cultivate relationship-building, communication, and teamwork… Show more • Prepare the sample (grinding, polishing and etching) and conduct mechanical testing and chemical quantitative analysis for welding plates and pipes as per standard of ASTM and ISO, LR and DNV• Implement failure analysis based on metallurgical knowledge such as phase transformation, grain growth etc.• Write and organize test reports and other documents for laboratory, NDE and welding team by Excel, Power BI etc.• Cultivate relationship-building, communication, and teamwork proficiencies by daily job responsibilities; enhance the hands-on and documentation abilities; reinforce and improve the application of knowledge as a materials engineer Show less

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

• Prepared polymer specimens from different ingredients based on designated procedures and equipment• Determined material properties for thermoplastic pipe products by using testing equipment such as IZOD Tensile/Bend/Impact/HDT machine, FTIR, DSC, TGA etc., based on standard of ASTM and customers’ requirements• Assisted R&D teams to analyze and predict test results for future products by Minitab, and made the reports and presentations; acquired proficient data analysis and processing… Show more • Prepared polymer specimens from different ingredients based on designated procedures and equipment• Determined material properties for thermoplastic pipe products by using testing equipment such as IZOD Tensile/Bend/Impact/HDT machine, FTIR, DSC, TGA etc., based on standard of ASTM and customers’ requirements• Assisted R&D teams to analyze and predict test results for future products by Minitab, and made the reports and presentations; acquired proficient data analysis and processing competencies, as well as reporting skills• Optimized synthesis routes by blending new ingredients and comparing to previous products’ material properties • Cultivated a robust work ethic, along with adept interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, through collaborative consultation with senior management and provision of workload assistance to fellow team members Show less

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

• Investigated corrosion behavior of surface-active elements (Bi, Mn, Sr, Sb and Ce) on AM60B alloy through electrochemical testing such as Potentiodynamic Polarization and Cathodic Activation using Gamry testing machine • Made Tafel Plot and icathod vs. iapplied plot for each element to help the research centre choose proper elements which could improve the corrosion resistance of Mg lightweighted automotives • Strengthened understanding of corrosion mechanism and protection methods of… Show more • Investigated corrosion behavior of surface-active elements (Bi, Mn, Sr, Sb and Ce) on AM60B alloy through electrochemical testing such as Potentiodynamic Polarization and Cathodic Activation using Gamry testing machine • Made Tafel Plot and icathod vs. iapplied plot for each element to help the research centre choose proper elements which could improve the corrosion resistance of Mg lightweighted automotives • Strengthened understanding of corrosion mechanism and protection methods of AM60B series alloy Show less