Patrick Leal
Mechanical Engineering Graduate
Texas Tech University
Patrick Leal
Mechanical Engineering Graduate
Texas Tech University
My name is Patrick Leal and I am a recent Graduate from Southlake, Texas. I have a degree in Mechanical Engineering with a Minor in Mathematics and have a background in various modeling programs, coding and hands on design. I am interested in product development, simulation analysis, and manufacturing.
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Education
Carroll Senior High School
High School Graduation
Spring 2015
Southlake, TX
Purdue University
Mechanical Engineering
Fall 2015 - Fall 2016
West Lafayette, IN
Texas Tech University
Mechanical Engineering
Fall 2017 - December 2020
Lubbock, TX
Engineering Experience
Senior Design Project
Mechanical Ventilator
Lubbock, TX Summer 2020- Fall 2020
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Designed a portable ventilator for use in Hospitals and Emergency Transport
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Built a prototype in collaboration with Senior Mechanical Engineering Students and Professors
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Designed and 3D modeled ventilator components in Inventor
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Created various drawings, renderings and diagrams for ventilator assembly
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Partnered with machine shop to design a low cost, easy to assemble ventilator
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Responsible for Gantt chart schedule, organized meetings and created as well participated in design presentations
CAD Designer / Software Researcher
Raiders for 3D Technology: Portable 3D Scanner
Lubbock, TX Fall 2019- Fall 2020
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Worked in collaboration with with the Archaeology Department
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Helped Design Portable Scanner for Field work
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Researched Photogrammetry techniques and practices
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Researched a variety of softwares for 3D model edits
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Performed testing using a variety of subjects
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Created Renderings and Assemblies of Scanner Concept
CAD Designer / Software Researcher
VxMed - Raiders for 3D Technology: Photogrammetry Studio
Lubbock, TX Fall 2019- Fall 2020
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Worked in collaboration with Texas Tech startup company VxMed
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VxMed creates VR medical practice software for Medical Students
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Helped design photogrammetry studio for 3D model creation
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Designed camera mounts for raspberry pi
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Researched photogrammetry techniques and practices
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Researched a variety of softwares for 3D models including Meshroom, Reality Capture, and Blender
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Performed tests using a variety of subjects
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Recorded reports on research and experiments
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Original member in the founding fall semester of 2018
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Certified to use Texas Tech Library Printers
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Helped Design hand prosthetic for children with disabilities
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Redesigned parts for prototypes using Autodesk Inventor
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Helped create 3D scanner concept using photogrammetry
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Designer and manager of club website
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CAD Team Member / Webmaster
Raiders for 3D Technology
Lubbock, TX Fall 2018 - Fall 2020
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Arconic Fastening Systems​
Waco, TX Summer 2018
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Designed and 3D modeled components in Solidworks
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Created various drawings, mockups, and diagrams for part specifications
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Performed FEA using Deform simulation software
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Material testing over properties such as hardness, stress, strain, torque
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Participated in quality inspection of finished products
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Researched solution for a rapid prototype press for faster testing
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Used softwares such as Solidworks, AutoCAD, Creo Elements, Deform
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Compiled team budget, received approval and ensured team stayed within budgetary goals
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Ordered materials and custom parts for projects
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Reconciled bills of materials submitted by team members and vendors
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Designed prototypes for a kid-friendly version of the flame torch
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Team recognized with Corcoran Award for Excellence in Design and Teamwork
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Financial Officer / Mechanical Team
EPICS- Bicentennial Torch Relay
West Lafayette, IN Fall 2015-2016
Projects
R3T
Raiders for 3D Technology is a student run club at Texas Tech University focused on exploring solutions to medical issues through 3D printing. Through design competitions, affiliated CAD seminars, community outreach preparation and modified hand prosthetics, R3T has allowed students to get involved with the community and provide life changing solutions to various individuals.
Torch
As part of the Purdue EPICS design Team, we were asked by the Indiana Bicentennial Commission to build a non-flammable torch to be used for all children and adults in the relay that resembled both the flagship torch and the Indiana State flag. This torch will help embody Indiana values and tell the story of Indiana’s historic upbringing.
Program Knowledge
C
Language
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Matlab
Focus​
CAD Modeling
Over the last few years, I have taken interest in 3D modeling. Since then I have had experience with Catia, Solidworks, Fusion 360, AutoCAD and Inventor. While I am still learning more about each of these programs, here are just a few models, drawings and assemblies that I have worked on in the past.
3D Printing
I have had multiple years of exposure to 3D printing through projects, workshops, and prototyping. Last summer I bought my own 3D printer which has allowed me to experiment with different printing settings, slicing programs, and has helped me be more familiar with the basics of 3D printing. While I still have a lot to learn, I have had experience in both setting up and operating printers that have been used to create various prototypes. 3D printing was a major part in the Torch project and most recently in the R3T club where we designed and printed prosthetic hands.
