Resume

I am driven to apply what I’ve learned to create meaningful impact. My curiosity consistently pushes me beyond my comfort zone as I strive to learn new things and improve continuously.

David Quintero, Ph.D. (San Francisco State University Control for Assistive & REhabilitation  ‘CARE’ Robotics Lab): November 2021 - July 2023

Worked on several projects with a goal of making powered prostheses more affordable and accurate for amputees and paraplegics. The experience has taught me user-centric design, and I have mastered tools like MATLAB and Leap Motion to equip me with my work.  Highlights: 

-An interactive shoe insole GUI that detects pressure applied to it via 8 force sensors. It also gives users other data such as COM. 

-A cable-driven exo glove connected to an Arduino for real-time feedback via inputs from force sensors. 

Publication:  “A Collaborative Multidisciplinary Engineering Team Experience with Hierarchical Mentoring from High School through Undergraduate Students within a Summer Research Internship Program.”  (ASEE) PSW Conference

Dr. Richard R. Neptune, Ph.D. (University of Texas at Austin, Neuromuscular Biomechanics Lab): Summer 2023

Using EMG data of gymnasts to compare muscle activity across different motions and techniques (and also ages and levels) to understand motor learning in highly specialized populations. 

Dr. Quentin Sanders,  George Mason University, Department of Bioengineering & Department of Mechanical Engineering: Summer 2023

Working in a team of three to design a hand exoskeleton to assist individuals with limited grasping capabilities post-stroke. Designing actuation, interface, and control algorithms.

Abstract Published in GMU JSSR: Phlexor - A Residual Force Controlled, Synergy-Based Hand Exoskeleton for Grasping Assistance

LightHouse

A multiple award-winning personal safety device invented for vulnerable populations. Composed of a wearable plantar pressure sensor that actuates a GPS-based alert system.

Research Paper

Awards and accolades are listed below.

Purdue Electric Racing (PER)

Focus on designing and building an electric car. We use CAM and NX for modeling, and various manufacturing techniques like milling, lathing, and CNC to bring our designs to life. As a member of the drivetrain subteam, I’m specifically working on manufacturing the front uprights for the car. These are complex suspension points that connect the suspension to the hub, and also house the hub itself. My role includes hands-on work, like squaring off the stock to prepare it for machining.

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American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)

Actively involved in ASME at Purdue, focusing on networking, professional development, and skill-building in mechanical engineering.

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Society of Women Engineers (SWE)

Member of SWE, contributing to initiatives that support and empower women in the engineering field.