Xiang Li
Lafayette,IN
Summary
Driven by innovation at Hemp Katalyst and equipped with a robust skill set in MATLAB, SolidWorks, and a multilingual prowess, I optimized hemp production processes by 15% and led pioneering research in robotic patrolling algorithms. My collaborative spirit and technical expertise fuel my passion for engineering solutions that advance industry standards. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Design Engineer Intern
Hemp Katalyst
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Optimized the hemp decorticators process by 15% through the design of an industrial line for hemp productions.
- Managed the engineering department responsible for air filter implementation within hemp manufacturing facility.
- Applied knowledge of engineering principles to improve functionality, durability, or manufacturability of products under development.
Researcher
Penn State Formula Racing Club
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Utilized Solidworks to create designs for car body frames and suspensions.
- Focused on researching racing car structures and actively participated in the assembly process to optimize design effectiveness.
- Conducted vibration and durability testing for car bodies, analyzing data to identify areas for modification and improvement
- Designed formula-style race car for Michigan International Speedway's annual Formula SAE Competition in 2022, achieving 28th place out of 100
Researcher
Self-employeed
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Studied the centralized or non-centralized patrol algorithms of the robot and wrote the algorithm with MATLAB
- Used Simulink to analyze each existing robot’s control patrol system and to classify "centralized and noncentralized
- Evaluated patrolling robot challenges and devised solution algorithms
- Elaborated four planning algorithms and functionalities
- Simulated the pathways of the patrol robots on MATLAB and Arduino, clarified the algorithms instructions, simultaneity of works, the large amount of data processing, and uncertainties of external factors
- Finished the thesis of multi-robotic self-patrolling algorithm: Xiang Li and Yuxuan Ma (2023) Analysis of Multi-Robot Patrolling Algorithms J. Phys.: Conf. Ser. 2419 012100
Researcher
UIUC
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Led a four-member team to design the intelligent patrolling robot for the hospital with 3D printing and Arduino language for grammar writing
- Acquired comprehensive understanding of the basic principles behind robotics and successfully built 3D models for robot manipulators, while also learning about their mechanical structures.
- Acquired knowledge of actuating systems and related engineering principles of control, while also applying expertise in designing electrical diagrams for robots and creating controller designs using MATLAB
- Implemented enhancements to the coding in Arduino IDE and optimized the functional architecture of an industrial robot’s control system
- Studied the centralized or non-centralized patrol algorithms of the robot and wrote the algorithm with MATLAB
- Developed robotic solutions for diverse target markets.
- Created operational models for autonomous robots.
Research Assistant of Material Science
Penn State University
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Conducted experiments to test various types of Shape Memory Alloy and used Solidworks to design unique experimental contractions including pulley contraction for distance amplifier
- Changed the internal structure of memory alloy with knowledge of titanium memory alloy materials, induction heating and electronic impulsion
- Limited the elongation of two SMA wires within 4% and acquired the cooling rates of the wires using a supersonic detector set up with Arduino code for measurements
- Assisted the professor in summarizing results in reports
Education
Associate of Science - Artificial Intelligence And Robotics
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05.2026
Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA12.2023
Skills
Software: C/C, Java, R, MATLAB, Python, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, PSPice, Multsim, Adobe Premiere, Adobe PS
Hardware: Impulse Winding Testers, Vibration Damper, Oscilloscope, Tensile Testing Machine, Wheatstone Bridge Strain Gauge, Spectrum Analyzer, Plane/circular Polariscope Setup, Reflection Polariscope, SolidWorks and 3D Printing, Hardness Tester
Languages: Chinese, Cantonese, English, Japanese (Beginner N5-Level)
Timeline
Design Engineer Intern
Hemp Katalyst
09.2023 - 04.2024
Researcher
Penn State Formula Racing Club
09.2022 - 10.2023
Researcher
Self-employeed
08.2022 - 06.2023
Researcher
UIUC
06.2022 - 12.2022
Research Assistant of Material Science
Penn State University
03.2022 - 07.2022
Associate of Science - Artificial Intelligence And Robotics
Purdue University
Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Pennsylvania State University
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