- Designed and modified components within the current solar car’s suspension system using SolidWorks to reduce weight by as much as 41% while maintaining part strength, including changes to the central shock clevis and the upright- Executed FEA on various parts using the SolidWorks simulator, including the central shock clevis, the bolted connections, and the upright, ensuring regulatory compliance and an appropriate times safety factor- Collaborated with another team member to reduce off-the-shelf component costs by as much as 60%- Machined suspension components using the lathe and mill

- Conducted profilometry, SEM imaging, and EDX analysis on wear scar samples, resulting in a reduction of wear scar diameter by 35.37%- Performed research into the impact of graphene nanoparticles for applications in tribology, including precise sample synthesis, testing, and documentation- Completed electrochemical tests, such as Cyclic Voltammetry (CV), Linear sweep voltammetry (LSV), and Galvanostatic Charge-Discharge (GCD) on nanopatterned samples used in water-splitting research- Assisted in authoring a literature review paper to analyze existing research into carbon-based tribological additives

- Organized and led monthly lifeguard training to foster teamwork and precise and efficient communication- Adhered to workplace safety protocols regarding storing and handling hazardous chemicals- Documented incidents and injuries and submitted regular reports to the pool supervisor