Projects
Here is a list of my projects!
uOttawa Formula SAE Team
AERODYNAMICS SUBTEAM
SOLIDWORKS, ANSYS FLUENT, WORKSHOP MACHINERY
🔹Overview
As a member of the Aerodynamics Subteam, I contributed to the development of aerodynamic components for the uOttawa Formula SAE race car. This involved a combination of CAD modeling, computational simulations, and hands-on prototyping to enhance vehicle performance.
🔹What I Did
• Designed 3D models of aerodynamic components using SOLIDWORKS, focusing on drag reduction and airflow optimization.
• Conducted CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) simulations in Ansys Fluent to analyze and refine aerodynamic performance.
• Assisted in the fabrication and assembly process, working with CNC machining, laser cutting, and 3D printing to bring designs to life.
• Explored sidepod integration methods, balancing aerodynamic efficiency with chassis compatibility.
• Ran stress analysis tests to ensure the structural integrity of aerodynamic components under high-speed conditions.
📌 Check out the uOttawa Formula SAE Team to learn more.
uOttawa Rocketry Team
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FILAMENT WINDER SUBTEAM
SOLIDWORKS, WORKSHOP MACHINERY
🔹Overview
As part of the uOttawa Rocketry Team, I worked on developing a composite airframe for our competition rocket, designed to reach 10,000 feet while carrying a scientific payload. To achieve this, our team modified and optimized a filament winding machine to fabricate a lightweight yet structurally robust rocket body, balancing aerodynamics, durability, and weight efficiency for optimal flight performance.
🔹What I Did
• Upgraded a filament winding machine to enhance the composite airframe manufacturing process.
• Used a CNC router to machine custom fixtures for securing and supporting a metal cast rocket body.
• Optimized machine alignment, tensioning systems, and fiber layup parameters to ensure precision and repeatability.
• Conducted mechanical analysis and troubleshooting to refine the filament winding process and improve structural integrity.
📌 Check out the uOttawa Rocketry Team to learn more.
Wind Turbine Blade Polisher
SOLIDWORKS
🔹Overview
As part of collaborative engineering project, I contributed to the conceptual design of a wind turbine blade polisher aimed at automating and optimizing the surface finishing process. Using SOLIDWORKS, our team developed a system with adjustable polishing heads and motor-driven automation, ensuring adaptability for different blade sizes and geometries.
🔹What I Did
• Designed 3D models of the polisher, incorporating optimized features for efficient blade polishing.
• Developed adjustable polishing heads to accommodate various blade sizes and geometries, enhancing versatility.
• Focused on automation, integrating motor-driven components into the conceptual design for consistent and efficient polishing.
• Documented the entire design process, including detailed SOLIDWORKS models and a final engineering drawing.
📌 Check out the Final Project Drawing.
Client-Based Projects
Accessibility Frisbee Launcher
SOLIDWORKS, WORKSHOP MACHINERY
🔹Overview
As part of a team of four engineering students, I helped design and build a frisbee launcher for children with limited mobility in partnership with Bethany’s Children Health Center. The project focused on accessibility, automation, and precision design, ensuring children could easily operate the device for recreational use. The final prototype incorporated SOLIDWORKS modeling, sensor integration, and hands-on prototyping to deliver a fully functional, user-friendly solution.
🔹What I Did
• Designed and refined SOLIDWORKS 3D models, incorporating accessibility-focused features.
• Assembled the prototype using 3D printing, laser cutting, and workshop tools for precise construction.
• Integrated an ultrasonic sensor, servo motor, DC motor, and an Arduino Uno motherboard to automate the launching mechanism.
• Iterated through multiple design prototypes, conducting testing and troubleshooting to refine performance.
• Documented the entire design and development process, including challenges, solutions, and final testing.
📌 Check out the Repository.
Loyalty Rewards Points System
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🔹Overview
As part of a team of four engineering students, I developed a B2B (business-to-business) intuitive, automated system for Zafin, designed to streamline point management and transaction tracking for financial institutions and their ecosystem partners. Using Microsoft Power Apps, our goal was to create a frictionless rewards management platform, enabling seamless integration of loyalty programs, transaction transparency, and user engagement.
🔹What I Did
• Built the app using Microsoft Power Apps, incorporating features such as point management, transaction history tracking, barcode scanning, and promotional deal integration.
• Tested and analyzed multiple point conversion techniques to determine the optimal exchange rate for existing market reward points into Zafin’s system.
• Designed and optimized automated workflows for seamless interaction between point transactions, barcode scanning, and transaction history tracking.
• Presented the completed functional prototype to the client, detailing the app’s core features and business benefits.
📌 Check out the Repository.