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Boulder, Co, Us

Arlington, Virginia, Us

Release the first version of the AVACore software stack in the Puma ARK Payload. This software product represents a significant increase in robustness, configurability, and extensibility, proving our ability to develop new autonomy behaviors while maintaining high quality.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

Refactored the Puma autonomy code to ROS 2, then a core developer of the Puma ARK product with a focus on path planning and vehicle safety

Westminster, Co, Us

Linux Firmware Engineer at Trimble Autonomous Solutions to perform wireless networking between autonomous vehicles. Design and implement various ROS2-based components in autonomous vehicles from perception sensor drivers to pose estimation to telemetry agents.

Westminster, Co, Us

I designed and manufacturing a GPS testing fixture to evaluate Trimble's highest accuracy positioning services in a pass-to-pass test. The project had a budget of $10,000 and was successfully completed under budget in early August. While working with another intern, I focused on the electronics and control systems of the testing fixture while also assisting with manufacturing and key mechanical design decisions as needed. After presenting the project in August, I have continued to work on achieving some stretch goals such as sub-mm accurate odometry and further automation of the testing process.

Golden, Co, Us

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with graduation in May of 2019. M.S in Robotics and Intelligent Systems with graduation in December 2019.

I am developing a LabView test stand using the cRio hardware to control a fuel cell. Various equipment such as mass flow controllers, temperature probes, a load cell, water pumps, and pressure regulators are used to evaluate the performance of the 1kW cell. My research is under Dr. Sullivan.

I implemented automated testing for video recievers at Iftron Technologies using LabView. Both electronic and mechanical test equipment were interfaced to increase production speed and yields. I also designed an improved menu system in LUA, opening up new possibilities for system integration with other drone hardware. I continue to work part time on the new menu system.

Boulder, Colorado, Us

At Churchill Navigation, my daily responsibilities included hardware testing and assembly for Churchill Navigation ATOM. I also was tasked with other important responsibilities with a focus in the development of their new gimbal. Specifically, I assisted with the design and fabrication of high precision optical sensor mounts as well as created a thermal calibration plate for the infrared camera system. One of my favorite products was the creation of a custom antenna tracker. The high gain antenna could track any aircraft equipped with ADS-B transmissions, while doubling as a communication link with Churchill's airplane to live-stream the gimbal video to their mobile command center.

Cannes, Fr

Working part time at Delta Drone America in Boulder, CO alongside my studies at School of Mines. Responsibilities include business development and planning, importation of UAS hardware from France, designing a UAS repair and distribution office, and UAS repair. In the summer, I took on a full-time position to expand Delta Drone's network in the United States, with a focus on business development.

My primary responsibilities included testing of new products as well as debugging of returned items. Testing included both prototype tests for thermal limits and RF range comparisons. I conducted assembly line testing and QC of Iftrons core products such as the ClearView Racing and Pro Video Receivers. I helped expand new products into the drone racing market through the use of a loan program. This loan program sent demo units to the hands of top racing organizations to use at major racing events, thus exposing a wide active customer base to the new technology.

Boulder, Colorado, Us

Interned at Bitsbox, where I worked on customer service. I learned how to code some basic Javascript using Bitsbox. I also worked in photoshop creating content, and towards the end of the summer started to create apps for their monthly book. I worked at the Denver Mini-Maker faire, and also the Boulder County STEAM fest. Other projects I did were setting up furniture/lighting in the new office, user feedback surveying, and bug testing.

Started building and test-flying fixed wing planes. Learned how to use the 3DR Pixhawk for autonomous flight. Later in the summer, started development of the Enduro quadcopter.

Master Of Science - Ms, Mechanical Engineering

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