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EPP MSI Scholar,

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association at the University of Rhode Island(URI), Bay Campus

Receive a two year scholarship and mentorship
Create a deep-sea imaging system that transmits live footage over a fiber optic fishing line with 3D-printed molds and epoxy-potted electronics
Design several versions of a 3D-printed enclosure to fit the components of a Raspberry Pi-based deep-sea camera and lighting system that will be adhered to a UAV
Print in resin, wash and cure each of the designed elements
Travel to Bermuda Institute of Ocean Science to test the designed components

NOAA-EPP/MSI Scholarship

SURF Fellowship

SURF Intern,

Purdue University, West Lafayette

Conducted a literature review regarding machine tool cost models.
Created a machine tool cost model for a milling machine, linking the mass of the table with the reduction of carbon footprint emission during its operational stage.

NOAA-EPP Crest Scholar/Intern

Summer Bridge Program,

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association

Validated the accuracy of the Velodyne VLP-16 LiDAR sensor and designed a 3D printed mount allowing the sensor to be attached to a UAV in order to collect the data and explore the aerial capabilities of said sensor.

Selected Student

Hardware Product Sprint

Program, Google.Inc

Created a unique product by designing a plastic enclosure in OnShape platform to fit the internal components of Google’s AIY voice kit.
Invited to “EVT week” at Google HQ to assemble, build, complete fit check, and present final 3D printed product and design review to Google hardware engineers and the HPS community.

Design Thinking Investigation, Human Centered Design Lab

Study the impact of innovation and entrepreneurship opportunities on UPRM individuals from a Design Thinking Perspective in order to improve the New Venture Design Experience Program by identifying key aspects and activities related to Design Thinking and Consumer Behavior.
Investigate what educational activities are more influential in student’s entrepreneurial journey.

Undergraduate Research Student

Selected Student

Hardware Product Sprint

Program, Google.Inc

Created a unique product by designing a plastic enclosure in OnShape platform to fit the internal components of Google’s AIY voice kit.
Invited to “EVT week” at Google HQ to assemble, build, complete fit check, and present final 3D printed product and design review to Google hardware engineers and the HPS community.

NOAA-EPP Crest Scholar/Intern

Summer Bridge Program,

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Asociation

Validated the accuracy of the Velodyne VLP-16 LiDAR sensor and designed a 3D printed mount allowing the sensor to be attached to a UAV in order to collect the data and explore the aerial capabilities of said sensor.

Design Thinking Investigation, Human Centered Design Lab

Publish a paper regarding to the impact of innovation and entrepreneurship opportunities on UPRM individuals from a Design Thinking Perspective in order to improve the New Venture Design Experience Program by identifying key aspects and activities related to Design Thinking and Consumer Behavior.
Investigate what educational activities are more influential in student’s entrepreneurial journey.

Undergraduate Research Student

Graphic Design Director

Society of Automotive

Engineering (SAE) Directive, University of Puerto Rico

Work hand by hand with the marketing team on projects such as Web page design, company proposals, event promotions, print design, ect.
Use design platforms such as Wordpress, Photoshop, Canva, Pinta, and others.

Summer Camp Proctor

Mechanical Engineering Summer Camp, University of Puerto Rico

Encouraged and supervised high school students that are interested in pursuing M.E. as a career.