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Propellant Injector Valves

Propellant Injector Valves

Designed and validated two coaxial sleeve valves for use on Waterloo Rocketry's 2026 Rocket, Polaris. Increased flow rate through the injector valves by 40% will reducing mass by 60% and simultaneously reducing footprint. Performed stress analysis to ensure reliable operation for fluid pressures u...
CAD DesignFluid Systems DesignStress AnalysisTest Procedure Development
Engine Testing Operations

Engine Testing Operations

Developed piping and instrumentation diagrams for rocket and ground side fluid systems. Authored test procedures for rocket cold flow and hot fire tests. Led testing operations, managing a team of up to 20 personnel.
P&ID DevelopmentTest Procedure DevelopmentProject Management
Quick Disconnect Arm

Quick Disconnect Arm

Designed, manufactured, and validated a rapidly reusable quick-disconnect arm mechanism, controlling the release of oxidizer fill plumbing from the rocket. Implemented a modular design, validated through effective usage in three different configurations.
CAD DesignStress Analysis
Hotfire Test Assembly

Hotfire Test Assembly

Spearheaded the design and manufacturing of testing infrastructure for a hotfire test of Waterloo Rocketry's Eridium V2 engine. Performed stress analysis on all components, designing for a peak thrust of 15 kN. Managed a team of 5 other engineers through the manufacturing and assembly of the hardw...
CAD DesignStress AnalysisMachining on Lathe, Mill