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Mechanical engineering final project (Capstone project). Our team was tasked with designing a machine to automate an industrial process that recycles boxes by resizing them instead of pulping them. The machine is designed to replace the manual labour of approximately 8 people (per plant) who do the work by hand all day. With Rebox having 30 plants in North America, the machine has the potential to save the company millions every year. Project was done in groups of 4.
We were tasked with designing a two-stage compound gearbox for use in the Solar Impulse plane, the first solar-powered fixed-wing plane to circumnavigate the world. A MATLAB script was used to optimize its design. Engineering constraints were obtained from an engineer that worked on the project, making the project realistic, and challenging. Project was done in groups of 3.
For a numerical methods project, we needed to simulate the transient heat transfer in a 2D fin with an unsteady temperature boundary condition on the bottom edge. We had to use different numerical differentiation algorithms, and different mesh sizes. The animation was not necessary as part of the project, but I thought it would be fun to make.
The shape (topology) of a highly loaded bracket was optimized using Altair's Inspire software. The mass of the bracket was reduced to 41% of its original value. Thus, a 59% weight reduction. The bracket is to be made using 3D printing, and the material is titanium.
Redesign of a toaster body for better environmental impact. Use of design for assembly, eco-friendly materials, and an ecological impact study.
A second year design project where we designed and built a robotic arm that places a golf ball on a tee, for use at a driving range. Design comprised of mechanical, electrical, and software elements. A detailed CAD model was designed, and a physical prototype was built. Project was done in groups of 6, but the CAD was done by myself.
Designed as a business proposal for an engineering communications class, this smart mirror has a partial touch screen. It displays time, weather, and other useful information to its user, and has Bluetooth capabilities with integrated speakers. Project was done in groups of 4, but the CAD of the smart mirror was done by myself.
For a take home midterm in fluid mechanics, we were tasked with choosing appropriate rotor dimensions for the TF-X Flying Car concept. We also needed to Produce a CAD model of it to show that our chosen dimensions made sense and were aesthetically pleasing. Report done in a group of 3, but CAD was done by myself.
This project for Mechanics of Deformable Solids was meant to numerically calculate the stress concentration factor using numerical methods (finite element analysis). The stress concentration was determined under different material properties and loading conditions,and was then compared to theoretical values.
Using a FARO scanning arm, the root of a turbine blade was laser-scanned and the resulting mesh was smoothed and fixed. We then needed to design a clamp to hold the root so that the turbine blade could be machined. The theme of this project was reverse engineering.
This project was meant to explore the capabilities, advantages, and disadvantages of 3D printing. I designed a bearing with the internal rollers printed in place, and unable to be removed. This would be impossible with conventional manufacturing methods.
The first engineering design project of my engineering degree. We were to individually design the mechanism for a self-opening dog door. The design should use off-the-shelf components as much as possible, and should be safe for pets.
For MEC (McGill Engineering Competition) we were tasked with designing an eco-friendly and simple technology. My friend and I designed an aesthetically pleasing rain gutter system with integrated rain water storage and distribution, as well as with some filtration. The project won 3rd place.
Led the airframe sub-team for the McGill Robotics Drone team. Led the design and manufacture of a custom composite fuselage. The team's first custom built composite airframe.
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