Sam Barber

• Design of 2023 space frame chassis with a focus on weight and packaging • Development of carbon fiber composites for future monocoque chassis • Frame design using Solidworks and structural simulation using Ansys

• Diagnosed and fixed a customer's robot cell in 2 days that had halted production for 4 weeks prior • Managed and integrated $3M of fiber laser equipment for cutting stamped sheet metal • Designed pneumatic circuits and safety circuits for robot cells • Implemented industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP and PROFINET

• Designed nosecone with focus on manufacturability, serviceability, and safety o Weight reduction of 65% compared to previous year’s nosecone • CFD simulation using Siemens Star CCM+ and on-car analysis for validation of aerodynamic components • Experience with mold manufacturing, tool design, carbon fiber layup, and resin infusion • Developed knowledge base of vehicle dynamics and aerodynamics for student-built formula race car

• Led networking project for computer lab resulting in a week of time savings for each following year • Prepared and allocated Chromebooks for rapid implementation of one-to-one devices in response to COVID-19 • General troubleshooting, repair, and upgrading of devices across the district

• Inspired kids to find their passion in STEM • Taught Python programming • Taught 3D design in TinkerCAD, BlocksCAD, and Onshape

• Designed major robot subsystems in SOLIDWORKS (End effectors, drivetrain, shooter, gearboxes) • Supervised overall design and assembly of robots • Part fabrication with laser cutter, 3-axis mill, and lathe