Projects:
Assistive Technology:
Hug Vest
Ideated, prototyped, and patented “Wearable Pressure Applying Device” 63/414,533 - Also known as The Hug Vest.
Designed for individuals with sensory processing disorders & anxiety, backed by clinically proven Deep-Pressure Therapy.
Personal Hygiene app
Available on the Apple App Store, developed with React Native, this app delivers personalized user experiences using data to promote personal hygiene.
Assisted Percussion Practice Pad
Prototyped, fabricated, and patented “Electronically Assisted Percussion Practice Pad” - 63/353,724
Aids users with physical or motor planning disabilities by connecting visual cues to drum notes and utilizes software to convert percussion sheet music into LED-guided notes.
School Safety Mobile App
Co-developed and created an app that aims to improve student safety in time-critical situations.
Buttering device
Motivated by my brother’s challenges in buttering his breakfast of two slices of rye toast, I created a butter-applying device that reduces both fine and gross motor complexity of buttering, accommodating both East Coast (Elgin) and West Coast (Stubbie) style butter sticks.
Makerspace & More:
Solenoid Engine & Car
Engineered a V4 engine-powered car with rudimentary self-driving features, used to enhance our local maker space's visibility. Achieved over 500 rpm and showcased at a major MakerSpace exposition.
Animatronic Owl
Designed an animatronic owl toy with motion-sensing capabilities.
Won award for best project in MIT competition.
Weston Makerspace
Founded Makerspace for my high school. Led and trained a team of 4, repaired 3 broken machines, and taught & mentored 20+ new makers. Developed & integrated hands-on learning into the school's curriculum.
