Removable Spool Chuck - Aspect Automation
What
- Tasked to create an assembly that can replicate the functionality of an existing removable spool chuck.
- Mount the new design to a different part of the machine without spatial conflicts.
How
- Measured the physical mount location and interacting parts.
- Used SolidWorks to create custom parts for the chuck.
- Created detailed manufacturing drawings for all custom parts.
Results
- Design of the assembly was approved for production on the machine.
- All custom parts were manufactured and installed.
Thruster Mount Bracket - DIVER Team, MINE Enterprise
What
- Mount a BlueRobotics T200 thruster to an underwater robot.
- Thrusters should be able to mount to the robot regardless of hull design.
How
- Used technical documentation to find the thruster hole pattern.
- Created a custom 3D printed part that mounts to the t-slot extrusion frame.
- Researched 3D printing material mechanical properties to reduce delamination between layers.
Results
- Mounted the brackets to the proof of principal robot design.
- Thruster and bracket attach to the frame securely.
2020-2021 FIRST Tech Challenge Robot
What
- Use SolidWorks to design a new intake system for the 4" foam ring game pieces.
- Did reseach on other team's designs to see what worked best.
How
- Designed a new belted intake system for a more continuous speed.
- Created 15 custom 3D printed parts for the new design.
Results
- The new design qualified my team to compete in the world championships by placing second at the MN State Tournament.
- Nominated for the 3D printing award at the MN State Tournament.
Folded Packaging Automation Machine - Mentor Class
What
- Asked to make a project that displays what you learned from your mentor over the semester.
- Decided to create a custom automation solution for the manufacturing of folded cardboard packaging.
How
- Used SolidWorks to create the design of the automation machine.
- Researched and sized components to be included in the machine design.
- Used a Core-XY system for the laser to increase speed and precision of the tool head.
Results
- Used documentation to create a timing diagram for the overall machine.
- Generated a quote estimate for the final machine.
This Website!
What
- Wanted to create a website to display the projects I have worked on.
- Used my PDF portfolio as a template for the portfolio page on the website.
How
- Used the live preview plugin in Visual Studio to see changes while writing the website in real-time.
- Completly hand-wrote the HTML and CSS files for all pages.
- Researched CSS and HTML documentation to fix bugs in the code.
Results
- Worked for around 50 hours to create the website.
- Added the link to my resume to show employers my portfolio.