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Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Atlanta, Georgia

Atlanta, Georgia

-Investigated chemical routes to surface modification of cellulose nanocrystals and nanofibrils -Synthesized a variety of metallic nanoparticles (Au, Ag, Pt, Ni)-Developed strategies for metallization of cellulosic nanomaterials-Investigated the effects of processing and structure on the optical, electrical, and magnetic properties of novel hybrid metallized cellulosic nanomaterials using a wide array of characterization techniques. (Spectroscopy, Microscopy, and Magnetometry)-Provided computer aided design and machining expertise for a variety of research applications-Minor in Paper Science and Engineering

Greater Atlanta Area

-Investigated factors influencing electrochemical growth of tianium dioxide nanotubes-Characterized dye sensitized solar cell (DSSC) materials via SEM, XRD, and Raman Spectroscopy-Characterized the power and quantum efficiency of dye sensitized solar cells -Designed tools and a standardized protocol for the assembly of DSSCs-Investigated methods for patterned growth of highly ordered titania nanotubes-Collborated on a study in which synchrotron light (@ NSLS) was used to study the chemical changes in lithium ion battery materials by was of x-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS)

Tucker, Georgia

Investigated the effect of micronized rubber powder on mechanical properties of virgin tire rubber compounds using labratory scale rubber processing equipment. Including: Internal Rubber Mixer, Two-Roll Mill, Hot Press, Stamping Press.Used ASTM rubber testing procedures to characterize experimental specimens using the following instruments: Instron Mechanical Testing Machine, BF-Goodrich Heat Build Up Analyzer, Din Abrader, Dynamic Shear Rheometer, Fatigue to Failure Analyzer. Developed excel macros using visual basic to reduce data analysis time.Prepared and presented experimental findings for company board meetings.

Covington, Georgia

-Operated Wire/Sinker EDM machines: Sodick AQ600L, Sodick AG55L.-Operated CNC milling machines: SHARP SV-2412 and HAAS Super VF-3-Heat treated tool steel components to customer specifications-Drafted 3-D models of components to customer's specifications using SolidWorks.-Reverse engineered damaged components.-Used CAM-Works software to create G-code for Wire EDM and CNC milling machines. -Designed and manufactured custom tools and fixtures for customer projects.-Worked on projects from all sectors of manufacturing including: Aerospace, Power Generation, Automotive, Medical, Polymer Processing, Petrochemical

Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Materials Science And Engineering, 3.9 / 4.0 Gpa

Minor in Paper Science and Engineering

Bachelor'S Degree, Materials Science And Engineering, 3.76 / 4.0 Gpa