Vehicle dynamics simulation, structural analysis, aerodynamics, embedded systems, and mechanical design — all with full technical writeups.
Physics-based longitudinal dynamics and fuel consumption model built up through nine versions. V9 runs four IMS Infield laps with a GPS-derived track profile, zone-aware three-mode driver strategy, and five-parameter sensitivity sweep. Baseline: 621.3 km/L, Article 226 valid.
I'm the Frame Lead for the Junior Team at JMU, responsible for chassis layout, FEA validation, and integration with suspension, powertrain, and body. CAD is done; FEA load cases are next once the Altair suite is set up.
Level 1 HPR certification trade study, construction, and launch. HI-TECH PK-56 selected and fins trimmed from 4 in to 3 in to reduce weathercocking at altitude. Launched April 4, 2026 — exceeded target apogee, clean recovery.
Beam element FEA of a tubular spaceframe chassis across torsional stiffness, cornering loads, aerodynamic downforce, and frontal impact load cases.
FEA of a Baja SAE roll cage under front, side, rear, rollover, and torsional loading. Includes a video animation of rollover stress distribution through the primary structural members.
FE preprocessing of a small engine mounting backplate: geometry simplification, material assignment, localized mesh refinement, and multi-load case setup. Waiting on license access to run the solution.
Full aerodynamic design cycle: CFD-driven geometry iteration, 3D-printed fabrication, and low-speed wind tunnel validation comparing simulated vs measured drag.
CSWA-certified parametric modeling with fully constrained sketches, clean feature trees, and design intent built for predictable rebuild behavior. CSWP in progress.
Solar-powered ear tag for early detection of Bovine Respiratory Disease. Monitors skin temperature via DS18B20 probe and movement via MPU-6050 IMU on an ESP32-S3 SuperMini. Compact PETG enclosure with angled solar bracket, currently designing in SolidWorks with FEA on the cantilevered bracket hang-off.
Dual-pump autonomous watering system with capacitive moisture sensing, pulsed control logic, MOSFET driver circuit, and manual override. Calibrated through iterative experimental testing.