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Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States

My primary role was analyzing the magnetic properties of rare-earth-based systems. I accomplished this by taking measurements of the sample's heat capacity as a function of temperature and measurements of the sample's magnetic moment as a function of temperature under various fixed external magnetic fields. All measurements were taken using single-crystal samples in Quantum Desisgn's Physical Property Management System (PPMS).These measurements allowed for the analysis of critical properties such as the Neel temperature, the Curie temperature, the effective magnetic moment, Debye and Einstein contributions to specific heat, and more to understand the low-temperature properties of the system better. The Debye and Einstein contributions were calculated using Python in Visual Studio Code, while the rest were primarily calculated using OriginPro.In addition to data analysis, I compiled a comprehensive research report and created a poster presentation to communicate my findings. My laboratory work also included sample preparation and enhancing laboratory operations.

Ames, Iowa, United States

I was responsible for grading homework assignments and providing constructive feedback. My role involved helping students grasp complex thermodynamic principles and concepts by offering detailed insights and guidance on their work.

Hamel, Minnesota, United States

Constructed models and engineering drawings using Autodesk Inventor for a new ladder group, a fire suppression beacon mount, hydraulic manifold covers, and under-cab brackets to remove over 1300 clearance fouls and open a small-scale specialty rail grinder to new overseas markets.Designed portable headlamp mounts and created proper documentation with weld maps to ensure the specialty rail grinder met the safety standards of the United Kingdom and mainland Europe.Created multiple configuration specifications depending on the target market for the specialty rail grinder.Worked on a team to measure, model, and make engineering drawings for shroud weldments and a generator stand that were sent to a third-party manufacturer for fabrication.A large project during my internship was finishing the development of the RGX series of rail grinders. These small-scale grinders were intended primarily for overseas markets where the current fleet of rail grinders was too large.

Ames, Iowa, United States

Used SOLIDWORKS to update 150+ CAD models of the RTX750 by fixing mates, reviewing parts sheets from multiple sources, and placing models on common origin. Then used those updated models to design hydraulic routings for the machine and its attachments, all to streamline future work done on the machine.Communicated with multiple vendors to create a custom catalog of hydraulic components in Automation Studio.Created multiple graphs in Excel to represent real hydraulic phenomena in different machines, then imported the data into Automation Studio as force curves to design a hydraulic test circuit for the PD25 pile driver.

Machined components for an in-house built extruder 3D printer and set up a resin printer to 3D print rocket propellant.Mixed and 3D printed a variety of solid rocket propellants used in experiments to obtain strength characteristics of the propellants and assisted in combustion experiments with the 3D printed propellant.Developed methods of curing and storing propellant to minimize the variation between samples.

Bachelor'S Degree, Mechanical Engineering And Physics

Activities and Societies: American Society of Mechanical Engineers Honors Program Mountain Bike Club4.00 GPA Primary major in Mechanical.

High School Diploma