Taylor Ritchie Email & Phone Number

Peoria, Illinois, United States

LPSD Cylinder Pack

I led research projects and collected data in the lab. The goal was to determine how to best reduce toxic emissions from the combustion process. This includes developing my knowledge on the internal process of cars and performing maintenance on the stationary diesel engine. I work alongside masters and PHD students and am currently working on my own project.

Peoria, Illinois, United States

Worked in Additive Manufacturing at CAT

Peoria, Illinois, United States

I was part of the applications performance team working on multiple aspects of the engine performance. The goal was to make sure that engines were designed so that they met all required standards for use and was able to perform to complete the specified tasks. I worked in Large Power Engines department and got experience with the engines made for oil and.

Bryan/College Station, Texas Area

I am working alongside Dr. Chad Mashuga in dust explosions to demonstrate that the triboelectric properties of different dusts can effect the MIE testing process. I hope to improve consistency in the national test and provide a means for accurate concentrations while doing the safety tests to ensure the safety of workers in operating plants.

Traveled

I was a church camp councilor. Every week I aided in unloading and loading the box truck in a new location and then putting on a day camp. This was a high energy and impact job where we shared the gospel while keeping kids involved and safe.

Masters Of Science, Mechanical Engineering, Graduated

Thesis on the effect of geometry on the heat transfer through prechambers- combustion engines.

Bachelor'S Degree, Mechanical Engineering, Graduated

Activities and Societies: Research Homegroup