Performed an investigation into the relationship between a drill coating and its wear resistance when machining composites.• Aimed at reducing costs and improving efficiency of manufacturing.• Tested the viability of recording drill wear levels using surface replicating polymers for archiving and future analysis.• Evaluated a new technique of wear measurement using an optical measurement device that created a 3D model of the drill bit.• Automated data acquisition and analysis… Show more Performed an investigation into the relationship between a drill coating and its wear resistance when machining composites.• Aimed at reducing costs and improving efficiency of manufacturing.• Tested the viability of recording drill wear levels using surface replicating polymers for archiving and future analysis.• Evaluated a new technique of wear measurement using an optical measurement device that created a 3D model of the drill bit.• Automated data acquisition and analysis using Python, saving time and increasing productivity.• Learned from precision engineers, gaining practical knowledge of CNC machining.• Presented my work to the managers of the Advanced Machining Group and represented the research team at a conference for undergraduate research. Show less

• Conducted an investigation into the mechanical and thermal properties of composite materials for industrial heat recovery.• Investigated different composite manufacturing methods, and evaluating their advantages and disadvantages.• Responsible for producing Graphite-Metal chloride composite and cataloguing material samples to a specification.• Advanced IT skills by using Excel and Matlab extensively for post data analysis.