Detail-Oriented Mechanical Engineer

Bailey Zhao

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EDUCATION

Binghamton University, State University of New York, Vestal, NY

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, May 2012; GPA: 3.91/4.00

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, May 2011; GPA: 3.46/4.00

WORK EXPERIENCE

Motion Analysis Technician

ZenoLink, LLC., Endicott, NY

February 2012 to Present

- Digitally analyzed the biomechanics of key sports movements for physical therapy, fitness, and progressive training

- Improved customer relations by cultivating vital relationships and addressing questions with instantaneous response

Graduate Research Assistant

Binghamton University, Vestal, NY

June 2011 to May 2012

- Simulated microfluidic blood cell flow driven by capillary action using polystyrene particles and an epifluorescent inverted microscope for the potential development of a portable Complete Blood Counting device

- Experimentally captured and visualized the flow in circular and square microchannels using a high speed (~ 2000 fps) CCD camera, intensifier, and pulse generator

- Determined the instantaneous/average velocity flow field by enhancing Particle Image Velocimetry/Particle Tracking Velocimetry algorithms in MATLAB for improved data analysis speed, quality, and clarity

- Presented results at weekly meetings and composed cumulative documentation for reference in future proposals or publications

Quality Engineering Intern

SureScan Corporation, Endicott, NY

June 2011 to August 2011

- Worked with senior engineers (30+ years of experience) to improved X-ray tube monitoring of $1,000,000+ explosive detection systems by consolidating distinct C, Perl and MATLAB codes into one efficient, automated process

- Maintained machine health by compiling and analyzing source tube pixel ratios, variance-to-mean ratios, interquartile ratios, pixel counts, pixel count rates, blocked/faulty pixels and pixel health history

- Upheld quality standards by inspecting incoming parts and complex drawings for compliance with GD&T using calipers, dial indicators, digital protractors, and gauge blocks

- Established consistent quality control and prevention of non-conforming parts by writing waivers, Corrective Preventive Action reports, Non-Conformance Reports, and Supplier Corrective Action Reports

Research Assistant

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI

June 2010 to August 2010

- Evaluated the performance of an amphibious, six-wheeled ground vehicle in the near-shore region of Lake Michigan

- Analytically and experimentally quantified power requirements using ground vehicle theory and drawbar pull tests

- Calibrated a NI DAQ device and Omegadyne load cell, interpreted data with LabView and Excel, and presented results

- Improved vehicle performance by quadrupling the torque generated and verified successful operation during field tests

PROJECT EXPERIENCE

CFD Model of Microfluidic Blood Flow

Prof. Bruce Murray

February 2012 to May 2012

- Created a CFD model of quasi-steady, capillary-driven, non-Newtonian blood flow in microchannels using ANSYS & Fluent

- Examined the effect of evolving contact angles and variable viscosity based on the constitutive Power Law equation

- Achieved highly accurate results compared with novel theoretical and experimental research models

CubeSat Antenna Deployment Design

Amateur Radio Satellite Corporation

August 2010 to May 2011

- Worked in a team of 5 engineers to design, fabricate, prototype, and test a universally adaptable, cost-effective turnstile antenna deployment system of a picosatellite used for near-Earth research built from commercially available parts

- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize design for size and weight requirements and integrated thermally activated nichrome wires for 100% deployment reliability when launched

Piper PA-24 Comanche Landing Gear Design

Prof. Roy McGrann

January 2010 to May 2010

- Computationally modified, redesigned, and simulated the motion of an aircraft landing gear mechanism using Pro/Engineer

- Verified proper tolerances, eliminated interferences, and calculated Von Mises stresses, body forces, and factors of safety using FEA

- Produced and organized standard engineering sketches, Bill of Materials, and assembly/detail drawings for review

TECHNICAL SKILLS

- ANSYS - Fluent - MATLAB - Pro/Engineer - SolidWorks - Microsoft Office Suite - LabView - Network fundamentals

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Engineers Without Borders

Binghamton University

Vice President

August 2010 to May 2011

- Maintained relations with EWB-USA and obtained multi-generation international project opportunities

- Drafted, supervised, and participated in the construction of a seating area and fencing for an elementary school

Secretary

January 2009 to May 2010

- Arranged and documented meetings, organized events, and maintained over 200 contacts within the organization

HONORS AND CERTIFICATIONS

- Pi Tau Sigma, Engineering Honor Society - Engineer-In-Training (EIT), NCEES

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