MY PROJECTS

To provide a summary of my work, I’ve included the projects that I have been the most involved with. Take a moment to explore below, and reach out if you’re interested in learning more about what I have to offer. To look at my in-depth work, click one of the projects in the header.

NOTRE DAME ROCKETRY TEAM

Vehicle Team Member, Technical Writer

September 2019 – Present

Tested and analyzed data from a subsonic wind tunnel to calculate induced drag of air-braking system with MATLAB
Performed trade studies on nose cone and propulsion systems using Microsoft Excel.
Simulated Sub-Scale Flight using OpenRocket and constructed rocket fins.
Wrote design reports on flight reliability and propulsion and presented results to NASA.

NOTRE DAME DESIGN, BUILD, FLY

Co-Mechanism Lead, Former Safety Officer

September 2019-Present

Optimized payload to minimize drag, maximize stability, and eliminate roll using MATLAB, Python, OpenRocket, Airfoil-Tools, and Fusion 360.
Designed payload release mechanism and improved the design of the deployment and recovery mechanism by reducing the number of components and adding a gear ratio to improve recovery speed.

NOTRE DAME BAJA SAE

Treasurer

September 2019-Present

Analyzed data using MATLAB and RacePack Datalink to optimize CVT.
Manufactured and welded the 2019-2021 vehicle with Lathe, Drill Press, Band Saw, and Miller Welding Machine
Designing the 2021-2022 drivetrain to allow for four-wheel drive capability using SolidWorks and MATLAB
Managed the club’s financials and procured necessary equipment for vehicle construction.