Engineering Skills

Robotics

Independent Bipedal Robot Design and Creation

Designing and building a custom bipedal robot capable of independently walking on two legs and dynamically transitioning to a quadrupedal stance using a servo-actuated hinge.

Developing a CAD model, 3D-printing structural components, and programming motor control in Python on a single-board computer, while optimizing gait patterns through simulation and real-world testing.

Gaining hands-on experience in robotics design, kinematics, finite element analysis, embedded systems, and rapid prototyping, refining problem-solving and iterative engineering skills.

Finite element analysis

FEA of bicycle frame loadings

Utilizing Finite Element Analysis (FEA), I evaluated how various forces—rider weight, pedaling, and impact conditions—affect bicycle frame integrity, optimizing stress distribution and material selection for enhanced durability while refining my skills in computational modeling and structural analysis.

By simulating real-world cycling scenarios, I identified failure conditions and stress variations across different riding positions and frame materials, enhancing my expertise in FEA, material science, and engineering problem-solving.

This project strengthened my ability to conduct advanced structural simulations, optimize mesh refinement, and analyze failure conditions, equipping me with practical insights into engineering design and performance optimization.

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Swimming Drag Reduction Analysis

Hydrodynamics of Techsuits - Buoyancy, Drag, and Performance

Researched how advanced swimming suits leverage fluid mechanics—particularly buoyancy and drag reduction—to enhance athlete performance.

Developed a simplified mathematical model to compare the drag forces on a swimmer with and without a tech suit.

Through this project, I honed skills in applying fluid mechanics principles, performing quantitative analyses, and simplifying complex real-world phenomena for engineering calculations.

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CAD Skills

Reverse Engineering a Toy Cement Mixer Truck

Used SOLIDWORKS to reverse engineer a toy fire truck, refining CAD modeling skills while applying design engineering principles to accurately recreate complex geometries.

Gained hands-on experience in analyzing and deconstructing mechanical assemblies, improving my ability to translate real-world components into precise digital models.

Novel Toy Design

Designed and prototyped an interactive, hands-on educational toy using SOLIDWORKS, incorporating tactile elements like spinners and counters to help young children develop arithmetic skills.

Developed skills in parametric CAD modeling, iterative design optimization, and product development, balancing safety, durability, and user engagement in the final toy design.

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Machining Skills

Precision Engineered Hammer

Gained experience in precision machining and metalworking, including lathe operations, milling, tapping, heat treatment, and press-fitting, ensuring dimensional accuracy and material durability.

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