Scientific Exploration Subsurface Access Mechanism for Europa (SESAME)
Mechanical Design Engineer
I designed this vehicle from concept through manufacturing. This is a rendering that I produced in Solidworks.
I was able to do a cost analysis and save the company money by designing 3D printed fins instead of machined fins or a molded tail piece.
I modeled a lost mold based on geometry of a part that we had.This was modeled in Solidworks.
I designed this vehicle from concept through manufacturing. This is a rendering that I produced in Solidworks.
UAV Vehicle Communication System:
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Designed a communication system that could be dragged behind a small boat.
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Created a design that is cost and time efficient by doing a design cost analysis.
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Used rapid prototyping to deliver a design that has parts which are rapidly replaceable when damaged during operation in the ocean or on the boat.
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Generated engineering drawings and provided support to the suppliers during manufacturing.
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Assembled the first product, redlined the drawings, and completed engineering change orders.
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Material Properties Testing:
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Designed and and machined a test setup to determine the coefficient of friction of the bolt lubricant used to determine correct torque values.
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Designed a pressure test procedure to determine the strength of additive manufacturing materials at depth.
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Other Design/Modeling:
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Designed an actuation system that uses buoyancy to raise a sensor.
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Design a mold from an existing part so it can be manufactured again.
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Toleranced and maintained the 3D printer and created documentation for the team on best design practices for 3D printing.