Matthew Chou Email & Phone Number

Potomac, Md, Us

College Park, Maryland, United States

• Redesign P motor test stand, reducing height for O motor compatibility and reinforcing structural integrity

College Park, Md

• Manage $53,000 in funding for the club’s activities, competition planning, and logistics of 250+ members• Oversee order requests, coordinating order placements, and ensuring accuracy and compliance with SGA regulations

College Park, Maryland, United States

• Updated air brake orientation code, implementing quaternion based Kalman filters from previous Euler angle modelling• Revamped the internal architecture of mechanical structure by upgrading the motor driver, support rods, and flap material• Analyzed low-speed wind tunnel data and system actuation angles to extrapolate drag coefficients in the estimation model• Designed PCBs to integrate flight sensors for various rocket configurations, facilitating data collection during flights• Competed at the Spaceport America Cup 2023 and 2024, placing 5th overall in 2023 and 1st of 120+ in 2024• Co-presented at the Spaceport America Cup 2023 Podium sessions, receiving honorable mention• Co-presented at the AIAA YPSE Mid-Atlantic Conference, receiving 'Best Undergraduate Presentation'

College Park, Md

• Collaborated with a twelve member team in the construction and analysis of the drag inducing air brake module• Improved system architecture by integrating PCB boards, structural enhancements, avionics systems, and data from wind tunnel and flight testing

• Mentoring a freshman student project, providing technical expertise and enhancing their aerospace engineering background

College Park, Maryland, United States

• Validating theoretical models of Standing-Wave Direct Energy Converters (SWDEC) by manufacturing an energy converter that uses ions from a centrifugal fusion reactor to induce sustained power generation

• Demonstrate proof-of-concept for a scaled magnetohydrodynamic generator (MHDG) for fast-burst satellite communications• Conduct a literature review of ten papers to support the MHDG and the lab’s standard operating procedures (SOPs).• Fabricate components for the static fire launch system, creating and updating components as design requirements changed• Automate data analysis using MATLAB to evaluate test stand calibration, data collection, plasma behavior, and system performance post-launch• Presenting findings to Space Force and Air Force project sponsors to assist in securing Year 2 funding and project success

• Coordinate induction ceremonies with department, volunteer activities, social events, and tours of aerospace organizations• Develop the operating budget in collaboration with the department, main chapter, and sponsors

College Park, Maryland, United States

• Developed 3D rotor and shroud systems utilizing various manufacturing methods, including FDM, Resin, and SLS.• Conducted comprehensive testing of 3D printed shrouds and mUAVs, incorporating onboard data collection and National Instruments (NI) load/torque cells for static and dynamic assessments.• Utilized MATLAB and LabVIEW for data processing, enabling the evaluation of power utilization and loading efficiencies.• Performed FFT analysis on vibratory signals to characterize test stand profiles

Bethesda, Maryland, United States

• Archived Ph.D. student's files for the Registrar's student management project.• Assisted in office tasks, meetings, and organization in two Registrar offices across the USUHS campus.

Potomac, Maryland, United States

• Managed pool safety, enforced rules, and conducted rescues when needed.• Maintained water quality and ensured a clean pool environment.• Provided swim instruction to individuals of diverse skill levels, promoting skill development.

Bethesda, Maryland, United States

• Collaborated with biomedical researchers to advance heat stress prevention methods for U.S. service members, contributing to critical research initiatives.• Conducted analysis of 40 mouse samples to detect Reactive Oxygen Species, an indicator of heat stress• Delivered presentations to the team, showcasing prior research findings on l-citrulline as an effective antioxidant and its impact on mouse cell responses under heat stress conditions.

Bachelor Of Applied Science - Basc, Aerospace, Aeronautical And Astronautical Engineering, Junior

Activities and Societies: Terrapin Rockets; Aerospace Honors; University Scholars Program; Study abroad in Madrid, Spring '24

High School Diploma, 4.61 (Weighted), 3.98 (Unweighted)

Activities and Societies: Three-time varsity cross country Three-time varsity outdoor track Indoor track AP Scholars with Distinction Math.