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Aspiring aerospace engineer with a strong passion for the computational aspects of aerospace engineering, including numerical simulations, fluid dynamics modeling, and multiphysics analysis. Proficient in tools like MATLAB, COMSOL, and SolidWorks, I focus on solving complex engineering problems through simulation-driven design and data-driven methodologies. My interests lie in leveraging computational techniques to optimize aerodynamic performance, enhance system efficiency, and advance automation systems within aerospace applications.

Basics

Name Kun Qiu
Label Mechanical Engineer
Email kun.qiu@vanderbilt.edu
Phone (347) 681-9212
Url https://Kun-Qiu.github.io/
Summary A self aspired engineer interested in data driven solution for aerospace with computational methods.

Work

  • 2023.01 - Present
    Comustion and Laser Diagnostic Lab Research Assistant
    Vanderbilt University
    Research assistant in charge of developing new technique for velocity measurement using molecular tagging velocimetry.
    • High Speed Flow
    • Image Processing
  • 2022.09 - 2023.01
    Miniature Robotics Lab Research Assistant
    Vanderbilt University
    Research assistant in charge of developing technique for micronewton measurement using cantileaver beams and automatation of the deflection angle detection.
    • Measurement
    • Image Processing

Education

  • 2024.09 - 2026.01

    Nashville, United States

    Masters of Engineering
    Vanderbilt University, Nashville, United States
    Mechanical Engineering
  • 2021.08 - 2025.05

    Nashville, United States

    Bachelors of Engineering
    Vanderbilt University, Nashville, United States
    Mechanical Engineering

Skills

Python
OpenCV
NumPy
SciPy
Data Visualization
Matplotlib
Optimization Techniques
C++
Software Design Patterns
Optimization Techniques
Computer Aided Design: Solidworks
Prototyping
3D Printing
Constrained Design
Automation
Robotics
Computational Fluids (COMSOL)
Finite Difference Method
Finite Volume Method
COMSOL Simulation
Matrix Optimization
Flow Simulation

Languages

English
Fluent
Chinese (Mandarin)
Fluent
Japanese
Intermediate

Interests

Aerospace Engineering
Computational Fluid Dynamics
High Speed Flow
Shock Structure Formation
Aerospace Propulsion
Optimization of Aircraft Design
Carbon Footprint of Aircraft

Projects

  • 2024.06 - 2024.08
    3D Molecular Tagging Velocimetry
    Molecular tagging velocimetry with stereoscopic imaging setup for 3D velocity field reconstruction using calibration based method.
    • 3D Reconstruction
    • High Speed Flow
    • Stereoscopic Vision
    • Computer Vision
    • Calibration
  • 2023.01 - Present
    2D Molecular Tagging Velocimetry
    Developing 2D algorithms for feature detection in the molecular tagging velocimetry.
    • Computer Vison
    • High Speed Flow
    • Stereoscopic Vision
    • Scale and Rotational Invariant
  • 2023.01 - 2023.05
    Thermofluid interaction between Thermoelectric and Can Cooler Device
    Analysis of the effectiveness of thermoelectric device as method of cooling.
    • Heat Transfer
    • Thermoelectric Device
    • COMSOL
    • Finite Volume Method
  • 2022.09 - 2023.01
    Force Detection for Biological Adhesive
    Effectiveness of various biological adhesive through automated characterization of adhesion and frictional forces.
    • Cantilever Beam
    • Force Measurement
    • Bio-Adhesive
    • Computer Vision
  • 2022.10 - 2023.12
    Wheelchair to Heaven
    Design and devlope a wheel chair lift mechanism.
    • Linkage
    • Kinematic and Kinetic Analysis
    • Standards
  • 2024.2 - 2024.5
    Solar Panel Rotational Platform
    Design and devlope a platform that maximize the sun exposure duration on the solar panel.
    • Mechatronic
    • Arduino
    • Design