joshua simpson

* Developed working prototype of the retractable wheelchair access ramp for the next generation Glasgow taxi * Collaborated with the in-house manufacturing department to achieve good design for manufacture * Logged progress electronically on company PDM in a master project plan and provided updates at weekly meetings * Ramp due to be put into mass production in December 2016

* Used finite element analysis and topology optimization to reduce mass and compliance of uprights, rockers and clevis joints (HyperWorks FEA) * Designed uprights for 3 axis CNC machining and rockers for laser cutting/water jetting (SolidWorks CAD, SolidWorks PDM) * Designed and optimized suspension (SusProg 3D suspension design) * Trained teammates in HyperWorks topology optimization and FEA * Furthered and maintained previous workshop skills (tube bending, grinding, drilling, turning, MIG welding, composites etc.) * Organised meetings and determined deadlines for work scheduling in Gantt chart * Electronically logged progress updates and took meeting minutes

Currently enrolled in second year of mechanical engineering degree. Planning to finish at masters level. - Highly involved in University of Glasgow Racing formula student team. Learnt about vehicle dynamics and suspension design, gained skills in 3D computer aided design, finite element analysis and topology optimization. Also gained experience in team leadership. - Award granted by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers on grounds of good results and voluntary participation in formula student. Activities and Societies: University of Glasgow Racing - Formula Student, Glasgow University Engineering Society, Glasgow University Contemporary Musicians United, Glasgow University Hungarian Society, Glasgow University Mountaineering Club