Savannah Richards
Mechanical Engineer Graduate
Draper, UT | 385-368-4677
starlight.savannah@gmail.com
Background
Curiosity mixed with experience in multiple art disciplines has led to a natural interest in design. As a recent mechanical engineer graduate with an interest in computer-aided design, mechanical systems, and product development, I am prepared to be an asset. I am detail-oriented, dependable, honest, and a quick learner.
Projects
Project 1: Dice Box
Designed and manufactured a dice box to hold a standard set of RPG dice. The process involved the practical application of manufacturable part design. 3D printing was utilized for prototyping.
Version 1: CAD Files
Version 2: CAD Files
Technical drawing for the top section
Technical drawing for the bottom section
Project 2: Computational Fluid Dynamics
In an analysis of fluid flow around river rocks, I validated simulation data. Variables were changed until steady flow was achieved. This was determined through several outputs, such as velocity, drag force, and lift force.
Velocity contour of D1 rock
Grid Convergence study, validity of inflation
Project 3: University Capstone Project
The focus of this project was research and data collection. Seven different tests were performed on the samples. Test samples were varied by shore hardness and lattice type. The project provided a practical application of engineering design and additional experience in design iteration to find a viable solution. As a team, we identified the problem of mass-produced shoes not meeting individual needs. After analyzing the problem and surveying consumers, we researched existing solutions. From our research, we developed a matrix of needs and metrics that we used to develop the design requirements. Ultimately, we utilized additive manufacturing using TPU filaments. After analysis, a final design was generated and a prototype created.
