M. Shayan Ali

Third-year undergraduate student pursuing a degree in aerospace engineering, with a passion and ambition to utilize skills, knowledge, and enthusiasm for the field. Seeking to gain practical experience, contribute to projects, and develop a professional network to support career growth. Highly motivated to learn and grow as a professional, and excited about the possibilities ahead. Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence ensure a valuable contribution to any organization. Enthusiastic about new challenges and continuing to pursue a passion for aerospace engineering.

Semester Projects:

• Worked on the stabilization of a propeller pendulum using PID controller
• Included the mathematical modelling of the system, fabrication of the working apparatus and implementation of relevant sensors
• Worked on design and modification of airfoil based on performance
• Included the use of softwares such as XFLR5 and Javafoil to analyze and modify the airfoils
• Included fabrication through a 3D printer
• Developed a MATLAB code to calculate the coefficients of lift, drag, and pressure on a diamond wedge at supersonic Mach numbers at different angles of attack
• Worked on CATIA to make a CAD model of Boeing 787-9
• Currently working on SLAM (Simultaneous Localization And Mapping) and motion planning of an Unmanned Ground Vehicle for final year project

Personal Projects:

• Fabricated a UAV along with a team using balsa and plywood for the purpose of participating in competitions
• Developed Python and C++ code to solve linear equations with no exact solution
• Developed a Longitudinal SAS (Stability Augmentation System) for Lockheed F104 Starfighter on MATLAB. Studied the effect of pitch feedback and pitch rate feedback to elevator
• Currently working on Data Structures and Algorithms in C++.