Proportion Air is happy to announce the launch of the second senior capstone project in collaboration with the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. This group will focus on a manual regulator structured as a Research and Development project to provide students with real-world experience. Each team member will have a specific role, contributing their unique skills to the project. They will be guided by Dr. Jodi Prosise and Dr. Thomas Zolper from the Mechanical Engineering department. They are already developing new ideas and concepts to improve today’s technology.
Meet the Team
Eli Drljaca is a Mechanical Engineering student from Muskego, WI, currently serving as a Project Coordinator. With experience in manufacturing, design, and machining, as well as some knowledge of pneumatics, Eli is well-equipped to handle a variety of engineering tasks.
Outside of his academic and professional pursuits, Eli enjoys hunting, fishing, archery, clay target shooting, and spending quality time with his dog.
Andrew Cunningham is a Mechanical Engineering student from Cumberland, WI. With expertise in product design, SolidWorks, engineering drawings, and GD&T, Andrew is well-prepared to contribute to innovative engineering projects.
Outside of school and professional endeavors, Andrew is an active member of the UW Platteville Track and Field team and enjoys fishing, gaming, lifting, and various outdoor activities.
Nick Smies is a Mechanical Engineering student from Sheboygan County, WI. With a solid foundation in machining, die cast processes, and energy efficiency, Nick is well-equipped to tackle complex engineering challenges.
In his free time, Nick is actively involved in his church and enjoys a variety of outdoor activities, including spikeball, volleyball, snowboarding, wakeboarding, hunting, motorcycling, and anything that gets him outside.
Alyssa Peterson is a Mechanical Engineering student from New Lenox, IL, currently serving as a Budget Coordinator. With a strong background in pipeline design, engineering drawings, and SolidWorks, Alyssa brings a wealth of technical expertise to any project.
Outside of academics and work, Alyssa enjoys playing soccer for UW Platteville, hiking, and skiing.
This group of young engineers will spend this semester on prototypes before completing the actual model in late spring. They’ll exhibit the final product at the University of Wisconsin’s Senior Design Open House Wednesday, May 21.
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