Role
As an intern, I led the design of two bio-inspired submersible robots with propulsion systems resembling fish and turtle anatomy. The purpose of these research projects was to validate the efficiency of bio-inspired propulsion systems, as well as to design modular and easily fabricable submersibles to be remade by middle school and high school students in a nationwide marine robotics education program. More information about the submersible project and the modular robot turtle project can be found on my engineering portfolio.
Skills Developed
Deformable Materials: Custom made silicone gaskets gave waterproof seals on all electronic boxes
3D Printing: Drop in nuts, waterproof printing, slicers, complex prints
Hardware: Arduino, localization sensors, introductory level motors and electronics