Gallery with Text and Buttons
2"x72" 1.5HP Belt Sander
A 1.5 HP 2"x72" belt sander constructed from mild steel. Designed from scratch and welded together using a MIG welder. All components cut and tapped according to CAD specifications by hand. Features a removable grinding platform, adjustable belt tensioner, rotating grind face, and a quick release belt system.
Skills: SOLIDWORKS, MIG Welding, Milling, Grinding, Tappping, Component Selection, BOM Development
4W Laser Engraver
A 2-axis CNC system for cutting/engraving wood, plastic, and aluminum. Designed from scratch, the majority of components are 3D printed and is driven via an Arduino using GRBL. Capable of 400 DPI precision with a bed-size of 650x650 mm.
Skills: SOLIDWORKS, Arduino, G-CODE, Laser Engraving, Soldering, 3D Printing, Machine Tuning, Stepper Motors, Rapid Prototyping, Component Selection, BOM Development
Linear Slider Bearing Tester
Linear Slider Bearings are used to facilitate linear motion without the use a lubricant. Experimental data is needed to accurately predict the lifetime (measured in kilometers travelled) of these bearings for safety critical systems. The slider tester uses a pneumatic cylinder to actuate the tester and is controlled via Arduino. Data captured is then logged in Excel for analysis.
Skills: SOLIDWORKS, C++/Arduino, Pneumatic Design, Vibrational Analysis, Prototype Manufacutring, Data Analysis, BOM Optimization
Mechanical Power Hammer System
A power hammer is used in industrial forgining applications to forge hot steel and metals. I modeled, simulated, optimized, and ultimately constructed a physical power hammer prototype for personal forging use. 1-D simulation data was used to select appropriate motor specifications, identify methods of failure and enhance the design.
Skills: CATIA, Mechanism Design, Dymola, Functional & Logical Design, Motor Circuitry & Control Logic, Data Analysis & Optimization
