Engineering Projects
CTEF: Communicating Tiered Evaluation Framework
For Quantitative Investigations of Lunar Surface Habitat Structure Technologies
Abstract:
This review introduces the Communicating Tiered Evaluation Framework (CTEF), a quantitative evaluation framework to assess concept feasibility and potential. The framework builds on previously established criteria, including: structural strength, pressure resistance, radiation shielding capability, experience, technology readiness level (TRL), research & development difficulty, construction, foundation, excavation, transportation, resources savings, dust mitigation, repairability, and habitability. By establishing a robust assessment framework, this paper aims to provide a consistent reference point for advancing sustainable lunar habitats and other extraterrestrial settlements. It is intended to support
both space agencies and internal project teams in assessing mission feasibility and informing mission decision-making.
Culminating Masters Project
This collection of reports is the final submission for my Culminating Masters Project at Cal Poly. This project is a report to compare the CCSR building performances with different structural systems under recorded time histories. The original BRB and CSW models (both code and performance-based designs) from Projects 1 and 2 were given seven time-histories as inputs, and an additional model with Fluid Viscous Dampers (FVD) was also compared. All five structures were analyzed with linear and non-linear time history analyzes, and their maximum displacements at the roof level were noted and compared to hand calculations.
Analysis of Wooden Diaphragm using Seismic Strong Motion Instrumentation Time Histories
This paper was the final submission to my Master's research work that Professor J. Lawson, SE supervised me on. The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the validity of previously derived equations to estimate deflections and periods in rigid wall- flexible diaphragm (RWFD) building systems. Period shifts during and after earthquakes are also investigated. This was done using the California Strong Motion Instrumentation Program’s (CSMIP) Instrumented Building Response Analysis and 3-D Visualization System, which was developed by John A Martin and Associates (JAMA).
Intro to Human Spaceflight Mars Mission
This project was a study on designing a 6-month mission to Mars. The attached document outlines all the different aspects that need consideration for such a mission at a high level.
Other
A Brief History of Sustainability at NASA's Johnson Space Center
To celebrate the 60th anniversary of NASA’s Johnson Space Center, I put together a timeline that highlights how the center has worked across directorates to support sustainability over the past 60 years. Since Johnson was first established in 1961, several Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, or LEED, buildings, solar panels, green roofs, and other innovative solutions have been added.
Link to article here: A Brief History of Sustainability at NASA's Johnson Space Center
ARCE Magazine Highlight - An Expansive Point of View
Annual Architectural Engineering magazine. Article (pages 16-17) highlighting my experience participating in an internship in New York and studying abroad in Switzerland.