Portfolio Archive
A collection of my academic papers, projects, and research
Projects
Aircraft Engine Classification via Custom Machine Learning - MATLAB
August 2025 - December 2025
Designed and implemented a full MATLAB-based machine learning pipeline to clean, normalize, cluster, and classify aircraft engine types from raw performance data using weighted K-means and multi-dimensional analysis.
Modular Desktop Wind Tunnel â SolidWorks
May 2025 - September 2025
Designed, analyzed, and fabricated a modular desktop wind tunnel in SolidWorks, iterating nozzle, diffuser, and test-section geometry through 80+ hours of CAD to support flow visualization and lift experiments informed by aerodynamic literature.
Aerospace Engineering Research
Aircraft Performance Analysis
May 2023
A comprehensive study on aircraft performance metrics including thrust-to-weight ratios, lift coefficients, and fuel efficiency across various flight regimes. The research provides insights into optimization strategies for commercial aircraft design.
Supersonic Boom Mitigation for Commercial Supersonic Travel
September 2025
Exploring cutting-edge aircraft designs and technologies that reshape shockwaves, this paper examines how engineers are working to quiet the supersonic boom and make commercial supersonic travel viable for the future.
TOI-3819b Exoplanet Characterization
November 2022
This paper details the characterization of exoplanet TOI-3819b, including its orbital parameters, atmospheric composition analysis, and potential habitability factors. The research uses data from TESS observations combined with ground-based follow-up.
Economic Research
Income Shock Effects on Household Stability
January 2023
This research examines the impacts of sudden income shocks on household financial stability, consumption patterns, and long-term economic outcomes. The study provides policy recommendations for improving household resilience.
Low-Income Community Development Strategies
August 2022
An analysis of effective economic development strategies for low-income communities, focusing on sustainable growth, job creation, and wealth-building opportunities. The paper presents case studies from successful interventions and offers a framework for implementation.
Public Policy Research
Gun Ownership Policy: Comparative Analysis
March 2023
This research compares gun ownership policies across different countries and their correlation with public safety outcomes. The paper provides a data-driven framework for evaluating policy effectiveness while considering cultural and historical contexts.
Urban Pigeon Population Management
June 2023
An examination of various urban pigeon population management strategies and their effectiveness, sustainability, and ethical considerations. The study offers recommendations for city planners and wildlife management programs.
Energy Systems Research
Nuclear Energy: Safety Innovations and Public Perception
December 2022
This paper explores recent safety innovations in nuclear energy technology and analyzes how they affect public perception and acceptance. The research includes survey data and proposes communication strategies to address common concerns.