Trinity Chen Email & Phone Number

California, United States

Urbana, Illinois, United States

• applied past robotics and manufacturing experience to the making of 30-pound combat robots
• manufactured and assembled fully custom robot via waterjet and hand tools
• placed 3rd in 2023 and 1st in 2024 at the annual Robobrawl competition

Redwood City, California, United States

• designed and built package material test fixture and samples to verify gripper pick performance
• enabled automated force-torque sensor calibration by making an attachment for RS80 to apply loads
• gained hands-on experience with all aspects of my projects in a fast-paced startup environment
• created detailed assembly drawings in SolidWorks for the gripper and valve box to assist technicians

Chicago, Illinois, United States

• conducted extensive research and attended team brainstorms to gain direction and alignment
• developed various prototypes for my 3 main projects with function, form, and feasibility in mind
• tested prototypes, communicated results with both US and China teams, and determined next steps
• ensured compliance and safety by assisting with instruction sheet and assembly video production

Sterling Heights, Michigan, United States

• initiated, reviewed, and approved engineering drawings with input from several other departments
• produced a ballast kit within 1.5% of its target loading to test the DE-MSHORAD Stryker variant
• adapted insulation and drainage designs for the low rate initial production of the new MPF vehicle
• improved the manufacturability of lifting lugs created with Ansys topology optimization analysis

Urbana, Illinois, United States

• created the clutch lever mount while considering its ergonomics and integration with the chassis
• learned to use finite element analysis and test designs before prototyping
• manufactured parts after earning machine shop and welding certifications from the university

San Jose, California, United States

• led my team to qualify for the FIRST World Championship for the first time in our 6-year history
• managed my 15-person team of students with all levels of experience
• maintained relationships with various sponsors during and between seasons

San Jose, California, United States

• designed a variety of robots through computer-aided design
• compiled bills of material for documentation and streamlined purchasing
• guided team members in robot builds and through engineering challenges

San Jose, California, United States

• organized the team engineering notebook for effective documentation
• documented our entire design process with all our problems and solutions
• created team branding standards to better organize internal and external files

Oakland, California, United States

• spearheaded program to make robotics accessible to underserved students
• sourced necessary funding and mentor support for an independent team
• planned to ensure continued program success in future years

Oakland, California, United States

• led educational workshops to spread awareness about impoverished communities
• sold goods from a variety of local artists and makers to raise funds
• purchased LED lighting for these off-the-grid communities

San Jose, California, United States

• worked with the CEO in creating an educational robotics program
• developed the minibot and accompanying curriculum for young students
• reached out to parts vendor to prototype initial minibot design

• coached members through the design process
• helped the CEO apply his background in engineering to FIRST robotics
• provided guidance on how to overcome engineering challenges

San Jose, California, United States

• coordinated with our school for fundraising events
• logged all incomes and expenses in our treasury
• knitted beanies for Knots of Love and other such charities

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Mechanical Science And Engineering, Minor In Computer Science, Senior

GPA: 3.8/4.0 Relevant Coursework: Computer-Aided Design, Design for Manufacturing, Statics, Dynamics, Solid Mechanics, Engineering.

Education record

GPA: 4.0/4.0 Coursework: Vietnamese American Culture

High School Diploma

GPA: 4.3/4.0 Relevant Coursework: AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2, AP Physics C Mechanics, AP Physics E&M, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC

Education record

GPA: 4.0/4.0 Coursework: Introduction to Astronomy