Neil Taylor

Mechanical engineer with experience in CAD/CAM, FEA, and manufacturing processes. Skilled in project management and problem-solving, eager to contribute to innovative engineering solutions.

Manufacturing Embedded Force Sensors in 3D Printed Parts |Senior Design| 

• Led a team to 3D print a flexible force sensor using conductive and non-conductive TPU filaments.
• Conducted stress analysis, increasing prototype load capacity by 20% under 1-60 Newtons.
• Designed a calibration chart, boosting measurement accuracy by 25%.

Straight Vs. Swept Wings Project |Transport Phenomena| 

• Modeled swept and straight wing airfoils in SolidWorks and simulated aerodynamics in ANSYS.,
• Achieved a 9.52% reduction in drag, demonstrating the superiority of swept wings.,

Heavy Punching Bag Design |Mechanical Design I| 

• Designed a 225 lb free-standing punching bag, determining dimensions and material selection.
• Optimized weight distribution using sand and polyurethane foam for stability and durability.
• Engineered a suction-based base using polypropylene to enhance stability without fasteners.