Internship and Work Projects
Designing Mount and Motor Housing for Rock Tumbler
During my internship at Blue Marble, I designed the housing and motor mount for a tumbler assembly, ensuring the design met specific guidelines and measurements. After completing the design, I created a prototype using a stereolithography (SLA) 3D printer. This project allowed me to apply my design skills and gain hands-on experience with prototyping.
The model I created of the pipeline system
Initial sketching and measurements
Measuring and Modeling a Piping System
As a mechanical engineering intern at Oregon Freeze Dry, I worked on measuring and modeling a complex pipeline system to analyze pipe sizing. The system spanned two engine rooms and extended to the exterior and roof of the building. I measured pipe diameters and lengths, then recreated the entire system in AutoCAD Inventor. This model provided valuable insights into the pipeline’s design and supported decisions for system maintenance and repair. Throughout the project, I applied technical skills and problem-solving to address challenges and ensure accuracy.
Sketches of the beam layout
Initial beam analysis
Designing Beam System to Move Motor
At Oregon Freeze Dry, I designed a monorail system to move a 1,700-pound motor for servicing. I began by assessing the room’s layout and key components, then created a detailed mock-up of the space in AutoCAD Inventor. Using this model, I designed the beam system and calculated the appropriate sizing for its components. I conducted a beam analysis to confirm the system could safely handle loads exceeding 1,700 pounds. This project demonstrated my ability to design and analyze complex systems while ensuring safety and reliability in real-world applications.
Designing and Fabricating Molds to Imprint in Concrete
At Talent Maker City, I developed an solution to embed words and formulas into concrete for a new building. I designed a two-part mold system that combined 3D-printed components with a silicone coating. To ensure smooth removal from the concrete without damaging the design, I incorporated a draft angle into the molds. This project highlights my ability to apply creative problem-solving and advanced design techniques to deliver functional and visually impactful results.
Designing Clay Extruder Dies
At Talent Maker City, our head ceramicist came to me with the challenge of creating an extruder die that would automate the process of hand rolling clay tiles. To solve this problem, I designed and 3D printed multiple dies to work with our clay extruder. The main design constraint was that the dies would be under pressure when extruding the clay. To remedy this, I chose a stronger PLA filament as well as using 100% infill when 3D printing. The resulting dies have been crucial in the process of batch making clay tiles and larger clay slabs.
