Variable Angle Target Training System (V.A.T.T.S.)

Team photo
From left to right: Fernando Rodriguez, Andrew Bellstrom, Jordan Lominac, Ashar Abdullah, and Ryan D'Ambrosia.

We are the senior design team incharge of the role to meet Lockheed Martin needs by producing a transitional targeting system

Design Team

Team Leader: Ryan D'Ambrosia

A senior in the mechanical engineering department, Ryan has achieved his minor in both physics and mathematics and is due to graduate in April 2016. Ryan has participated in a variety of research at Florida State University’s Aeropropulsion Mechatronics and Energy Center (AME) , and participated in the National Science Foundation (NSF) funded Research Experience for Undergraduates Program (REU-MASS) over the Summer 2015 term. As a Research Assistant, Ryan has been involved in various topics including the National Parks Service Penetrometer Capstone Project, Autonomous Quadcopter projects and Embedded Smart Material Sensing for Aerospace Structures, Wind Energy, and Legged Robotics Applications. Ryan has also been a Teaching Assistant for the graduation prerequisite Mechatronics 1 course, where students are introduced to the basics of C programming and hardware integration through integrated development environments (IDEs). Ryan intends to pursue a graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering after graduating from Florida State University.

Lead ME: Jordan Lominac

Jordan Lominac is a senior at Florida State University and will be graduating with his Bachelor's of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering Spring of 2016. This past summer Jordan worked as a Supply Chain Engineer for Johnson&Johnson where he gained experience in project management and continuous improvement methodologies. Jordan focused on developing a round wire fixture to improve the efficiency of Cordis' Receiving Inspection and supported the Shelf Life Extension Project for Listerine and Reach Dental products. Jordan is currently in progress of receiving his Thermal Fluids Specialization from Florida State. After receiving his degree, Jordan plans to be working full time and plans on receiving his Professional Engineering License.

Cronicler: Andrew Bellstrom

Andrew Bellstrom is a senior in mechanical engineering at Florida State University. He is going for a specialization in thermal fluid science track and is due to graduate Spring 2016 with a minor in physics and mathematics. Previous work experience include an internship for Source Refrigeration where he contributed to optimization of components. His future plans include entering the work force in the field of fluid science.

Financial Officer: Fernando Rodriguez

Fernando Rodriguez currently senior undergraduate student on Mechanical Engineering (ME) from Florida State University (FSU). Born and raised in Cuba, came to the United State of America at the age of fourteen. Pursuing his goal in science let him be a part of Miami Dade College from 2010 to 2012. Transfer to Florida State University to continue his studies as undergraduate ME from 2012 up to 2016. Had opportunity to be a part of Florida Center for Advanced Aero-Propulsion (FCAAP) as research assistance during the Summer 2015. Helped and learned from graduate students with new experiment with Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) in the supersonic, and subsonic wind tunnel facility. As of Fall 2015 Fernando is working under Dr. Kumar's research for Asymmetric Vortex Control of Slender Body at High Angle of Incidence. Also, working on Variable Angle Target Training System (VATTS) for Senior Design, sponsored by Lockheed Martin.

Head Programmer: Ashar Abdullah

Ashar Abdullah is a Senior at Florida State University majoring in Mechanical Engineering. He is currently involved with SAE and has been charged with designing Drivetrain/Ergonomic components. He is also involved with research in Ceramic materials, specifically for the purpose of creating a wireless Temperature sensor for use in nuclear reactors. Ashar hopes to go into industry after he graduates in May of 2016.