Dung Nguyen

• Circuit Design and Integration: Designed and assembled a functional circuit on a breadboard, incorporating various electronic components to control the RC car
• Mechanical Assembly and Optimization: Constructed and assembled the motor system, focusing on enhancing the car's propulsion, speed, and maneuverability, while ensuring mechanical reliability
• 3D Modeling and Design: Engineered a custom 3D model of the car using advanced CAD tools, balancing aerodynamic efficiency with structural integrity and aesthetic appeal

Developing a custom drone for UCF Knightlight with a focus on stability, component integration, and efficient design for aerial applications.

• Built a quad V-frame chassis to provide a stable and lightweight structure for optimal drone performance.
• Assembled key components, including a Raspberry Pi, camera, and motors, ensuring secure and functional integration for effective operation.
• Collaborated with team members to test and refine mechanical assembly, contributing to overall system reliability.

• 3D Design: Built a custom chassis in an octagonal turtle-shell shape to optimize weight distribution and impact resistance. Designed caster wheels to improve maneuverability, allowing for smooth turns and quick directional changes during competition.
• Designed and wired circuits on a breadboard to interface with an Arduino and motors, enabling RC control for reliable bot performance and precise maneuvering during matches.
• Constructed and calibrated the bot with simple motors, ensuring a solid internal structure to securely house and support all components for stability and durability during matches.

Developed an autonomous hydrofoil ship capable of navigating a race course while carrying an orange, as part of UCF's College of Engineering and Computer Science’s Great Naval Orange Race competition.

• Designed a hydrofoil ship using 3D modeling software to optimize speed, stability, and lift over water.
• Programmed autonomous navigation using Arduino, calculating precise distances and servo turn timings based on race measurements to ensure accurate course completion.