- Cooling Lead

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Ziad is currently enrolled in the University of Hawaii at Manoa’s Department of Mechanical Engineering, pursuing his Bachelor’s Degree. Through research positions, employment with Booz Allen Hamilton, and maintaining motorcycles, his skillset has been developed and continues to be improved. He maintains an avid interest in engineering theory related to the fields of CFD, Thermodynamics, and Aeronautics/Aerospace. Through this project, he hopes to further his skills regarding engineering practices and theories.

zak9@hawaii.edu

- Systems Integrator

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Nick is currently employed with Pacific Shipyards International and a student of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. He has over 5 years of experience with composite manufacturing with Kamanu Composites and seeks to continue his passion of working with his hands and the ocean. Eventually he would like to return to school in pursuit of a master's degree.

nherrera@hawaii.edu

- Budget Lead

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He is a current senior mechanical engineer at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Growing up was surrounded by role models that would rather fix something himself then pay someone there hard earn cash to do. Picking up various skills from said role models including car maintenance/repair, woodworking, electronic repair/fabrication and lastly a great mechanical insight. Michael has also completed the summer bridge program at Honolulu Community College where he learned various trades such as welding, AutoCAD, and carpentry which he make him a very useful during the fabrication part of the project.

howardmd@hawaii.edu

- Frame Lead

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This young man is an outstanding Mechanical Engineering students at University of Hawaii. He is well rounded and has experience working with engines and participating in research. Gavin was involved with NASA’s SLP research opportunities and the ARLISS design competition. He is currently employed by Kamanu Composites and has gained experience in composite fabrication. In his spare time he likes to slackline, and play pool.

gnall@hawaii.edu

- Time Management

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Ever-curious, Daryl grew up often breaking things open to discover their inner workings.  In particular, he enjoyed reverse engineering simple mechanisms in toys and other household effects, much to his mother’s displeasure.  It is due to this and his natural talent for math that he became quite adept at modeling and analysis.  He is employed by a local tutoring organization and specializes in mathematics and physics at the collegiate level.  Currently he is a senior in mechanical engineering at UH Manoa looking to further his education through to the graduate level.  He intends to use this knowledge to educate and encourage others to pursue careers in technical fields.

djp7@hawaii.edu

- Project Manager

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Jackson is an undergraduate student at the College of Engineering at the University of Manoa. He has participated in multiple research opportunities including the implementation of Carbon Nanotubes into Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymers, the Launch of a Mini Satellite into the Stratosphere, and the Design and Fabrication of an Electric Baja. After receiving his Bachelor's, Jackson plans to pursue his Masters with an Interest in Aeronautics or Renewable Energy. He hopes to improve his leadership skills and communication skills through this project.

jposcabl@hawaii.edu

- Power-train Lead

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Like the rest of the group, Travis is working on his undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering at the University of Hawaii. He has experience fixing and maintaining motorcycles, automobiles and sailboats. He also has built, trained and manages a sailing team of 12 that competes in regattas throughout the state of Hawaii.

scottt22@hawaii.edu

- Fundraising Lead

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Naftali is currently pursuing a Mechanical Engineering degree at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. He is an avid do-it-yourselfer, performs his own vehicle maintenance, and works on weekend projects with his father. His interest include renewable energy, the automotive industry, and thermodynamics. He hopes that through this project, he may have a better understanding of the engineering design process, welding, and manufacturing.

naftalit@hawaii.edu