Benjamin Nagle

Conducted research and development into the applications of Laser Ablation for Design Engineering. Developed Intellectual property for a method of precision soldering (reducing defects and potentially saving hundreds of thousands of dollars) with the use of lasers. Developed 3D printable ice blasting nozzle which improved upon original design for deburring of parts.

Conducted research and development project investigating the implementation of low speed (subsonic) Rollerons. The project consisted of designing a missile/rocket body and the Rolleron stability system capable of being implemented into the University's high speed wind tunnel. Findings indicated that the system was a viable option for resisting transience of induced torque loading and provided exceptional experience into wind tunnel testing.

In both semesters of my Junior year of engineering I partook in the structural analysis of legacy aircraft for the Coast Guard Museum and the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum. Our findings are currently in use/on display as records for maintenance or educational benefits to museum observers.