Engineering

Creative Machines Lab
@ Columbia University

I enhanced the fish robot’s underwater efficiency by introducing a bio-inspired carbon-fiber structure, enabling higher oscillation frequencies and improved energy transfer. Guided by Professor Hod, I validated this approach through CFD simulations and key literature in soft robotics, offering new insights into biomimetic underwater performance.

At Columbia University, I have deepened my exploration of underwater robotics by leading the Columbia Robotics Club and contributing to the Aqua Underwater Robot Team. I also had the privilege of presenting my research on bionic fish robotics and bistable mechanisms at the 13th Naval Academy Science and Engineering Conference.

Maritime Technology Delegate & Bionic Robotics Presenter

Nominated by the Dean as one of three students—and the only freshman—to attend the 13th Naval Academy Science and Engineering Conference, I explored cutting-edge robotics and naval technologies, presenting research on bionic fish robotics.

Mechanical Lead, Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Team

I managed critical hardware designs and led CAD modeling, machining, and assembly efforts. By collaborating with the software team, I helped achieve the club’s first RoboSub competition entry.

Aqua Underwater Robot Team, Columbia University Space Initiative

I led robotic automation, fluid dynamics modeling, and sensor integration to develop an autonomous underwater sampling vehicle, optimizing locomotion and efficiency for algae bloom monitoring.

Research

AUV Sustainable Underwater

Product Design Ecology Coral Reefs

Robotics

During high school, I started exploring the potential of bionic squid-inspired robots for underwater monitoring and coral reef preservation. Below, you’ll find a selection of my representative research and maker projects.