2. 3D Dust Printer
CNC Name Plaque
Qualification Line
Cable Cutting Guide
Helical Wire Guide
Flare Measurement and Alignment Tool
Titanium/Wood Ring
Laser Engraved Portrait
Air Engine
SolidWorks Model of Washing Machine
Automated Smart Chair
Power Cage
Motorized Long Board
Slot Car body
4. Purpose:
To create a 3D Printer that utilizes available
materials (sand or dust particulate) and a UV
curable epoxy resin that is capable of
creating durable complex structures. A
particulate/resin mixture is extruded from a
fixed custom auger style extruder onto a
homemade 3-axis print bed.
Manufacturing Methods:
• SolidWorks
• Prototrak CNC Mill
• Manual lathe
• Manual mill
• Electrical wiring
• Firmware/Hardware integration
Current Progress:
The majority of the manufacturing is
complete with only the auger bracket and z
axis bracket left to machine. The control
software Marlin is being used to control the 4
stepper motors through an Arduino Mega and
Ramps board.
6. Purpose:
To create a unique gift for a new teacher while
leaning about running open loop text dxf files
on a Prototrak CNC machine.
Manufacturing Methods:
• 2 axis Prototrak CNC
8. Purpose:
This pilot line mirrors the production line system
augmented with additional pressure and temperature
sensors. This will allow us to evaluate vendors and
potential hardware modifications to the factory line
without disrupting production.
Manufacturing Methods:
• 3D modeling(Creo 2.0)
• CAM (Creo Manufacturing)
• Manual lathe
• Manual mill
• Electrical wiring
Due to Confidentiality images of the
finished project could not be shared.
9. The pressure and temperature display cabinet was
manufactured from a standard electrical conduit box. The
box was machined to accepted the various electrical
components like the display modules, switches, fuses, etc.
The power and sensor wires were routed in separate
harnesses to simplify trouble shooting. The sensors were
tested and are fully functional. After receiving a faulty
component the HAAS CNC machine was utilized to create a
new plate. Creo CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing)
software was used to write the code for the CNC.
Pressure and Temperature Display CAM Material Removal
Simulation
Fixture Plate CAD
Model
Fixture Plate
Flow Meter Bracket
11. Purpose:
The field engineers needed a guide to produce a straight cut into cable using an
angle grinder. The flats provide two surfaces for additional clamping. This collar was
designed and fabricated almost immediately before its deployment in the field.
Luckily there was 4 inch round stock in the shop. It is small but urgent projects like
this that display the value of manual machining and quick efficient design.
Manufacturing Methods:
• 3D modeling (Creo 2.0)
• Manual lathe
• Manual mill
13. Purpose:
This was designed to relay wires in a helical pattern with no crosses or overlaps. When tested in the
field, it served as a useful tool. The chamfered openings on one side allow wires to be located easily
within the tool.
Manufacturing Methods:
• 3D modeling (Creo 2.0)
• 3D printing
15. Purpose:
This tool is placed a specific length away from the point where the
wires are flared to indicate correct wire flare position about the
diameter of a cable.
Manufacturing Methods:
• 3D modeling (Creo 2.0)
• 3D printing
17. Purpose:
To make an artistic gift while honing my skills on the manual lathe
by working with titanium.
Manufacturing Methods:
• Lathe
• Lamination
• Polishing
19. Purpose:
To gain experience with laser cutting/engraving
while creating a inexpensive gift.
Manufacturing Methods:
• Universal Laser Cutter and software
• Wood finishing
21. Purpose:
To create tight tolerance mechanism. The fit between the piston and cylinder is the only air seal.
Manufacturing Methods:
• Milling Machine
• Lathe
23. Purpose:
To gain experience using SolidWorks while reverse
engineering a common house hold appliance. This was an
excellent project that utilized many different features in
SolidWorks and provided my introduction to animations.
Torque of 50 N*m Applied to Agitator
(Expected Realistic Loading
Conditions )
Exploded View of
Washing Machine
Control Panel
Fully Assembled top Loader
Washing Machine
Backside of Washing
Machine
Exploded View of
Electric Motor
Animated Explosion of Running Motor
25. Purpose:
To evolve a project from a basic concept to a functioning prototype. This platform utilized a series of linear
actuators that operate from the input from force sensors. These input signals were routed through an Arduino
Mega which utilized an algorithm to control the actuators. This, in turn, corrects the posture of the user and
improves ergonomics.
1st Smart Chair
Prototype Proof of
Concept
Preliminary SolidWorks Generated Renderings of 2nd Smart Chair
Prototype
Drawing of Upper Assembly
of 2nd Smart Chair Prototype
• Heavy Emphasis on 3D Modeling
• Manual Mill
• Lathe
• Electrical Wiring
Manufacturing Methods:
29. Purpose:
This project began with a phone call
from a friend. He asked me if I
could use a moped that did not run.
I was staring at my spare longboard
and the gears in my mind began to
turn. I began to draft, and after
several days, selected a design. I
then grabbed the moped, the
longboard, a kid’s bike from the
dump, and some odds and ends
from Home Depot. This project
presented various complications and
challenges throughout the build.
Manufacturing Methods:
MIG Welding
Hand tools
31. Purpose:
This slot car was designed as
a concept to increase my
understanding of form vs.
function. While aesthetically
pleasing, my first renderings
of the slot car body were
much too heavy. The
following generations where
designed lighter and more
efficient. After several
redesigns, I found the
balance between form and
function. This was a valuable
lesson which helped me
excel in future projects.
Manufacturing Methods:
3D printing
Creo 2.0
