My first research position, as a freshman, was with the UC Berkeley Mechatronics Lab, from Spring 2016 - May 2017. Here, I gained a first understanding of satellite components, mechanics, and specifically, CubeSat design. As part of a larger research project, I designed, CAD rendered, and machined the 6U CubeSat shown below. The CubeSat included the frame, four bar boom platform, boom motor mounts, and flywheel mounts. I designed the components in Autodesk Inventor, and machined the parts at the student shop. CAD Models and the final assembly can be seen below! Watch a video of the final CubeSat in motion here.