Home Server
This DIY Linux server is the home to this website and much more. I have learned a lot about the Linux command line and web development with this project.
Main Sites on my Server:
- My Portfolio Site (you’re already here!)
- Firewatch @ Virginia Tech: Co-founder of this club with the goal of keeping records of all fire alarms that happen on campus. Over 500 students actively reporting.
- Hoge Hall Minecraft: Self made gaming server with its own website. Mostly dead but has occasional players online.
- Troop 371 Website: Home of photos, contact info, and calendar events for my home troop.
Server Info:
- Ubuntu Server 20.04 operating system
- 128gb ram
- 2 x Intel Xeon X5660 CPU
- Apache 2.4.41
- PHP 7.4.3-4
Electric Mower Conversion
Task: Convert a seized-up gasoline engine mower to electric for a client.
Purpose: Allows for lower maintenance, higher torque, and environmental sustainability all while saving a mower that would otherwise be thrown out.
Outcome: Met all the client’s requirements while still being under budget.
Check out this page for more info!
PTimer Fan Module Controller
Task: Create an interface device to detect when a vehicle is running, and then once the vehicle is turned off enable a cooling fan.
Purpose: Prolong the life of a common failure with the Chrylser PT Cruiser: heat soaking of the engine computer.
Outcome: Successful design with custom PCBs and custom C code.
Check out this page for more info!
MEDEVAC Swing Stabilization Project
Task: Create an interface system that can control and stabilize a hoist provided by Breeze-Eastern by using a 2-D pendulum stabilization algorithm.
Purpose: Helicopter payloads for medical evacuation are difficult to stabilize once oscillation forces during lifting cause the payload to swing. This can pose a threat to both the crew in the helicopter and the patient attached to the line.
Outcome: Award Winning Design! The project was a huge success with a clear path for future development.
Check out this page for more details.
Firewatch
This club that I co-founded started as a small group of students keeping track of Pritchard Hall’s absurd number of fire alarms throughout the semester. It grew to have its own custom website, legitimate registered student organization, and active community.
Moped Club
I am co-founder of the Moped Club. It is a small group of enthusiasts who go for rides, help fix mechanical issues, and collaborate with the motorcycle club.
Galipatia Chat System
I volunteered to help create a chat system for the Virginia Tech Engineering LLC (about 750 members). This chat system is used to disseminate information and allow students to connect during the COVID-19 pandemic. During this project I learned team organization and management skills.
Hoge Hall Minecraft Server
Starting the summer before freshman year of college, I created the HHMC server which has grown from multiple computer upgrades and now has a strong 10 student admin team and frequently collaborates with other organizations on campus.
Eagle Scout Project
This project allowed me to earn my Eagle Scout badge and included restoring a local park back to its former glory. This entailed trash removal, gardening, and trail marking.
3D Printer
From what was once an off-the-shelf 3D printer, this machine was torn apart time after another to achieve a fully customizable firmware, hardware setup, and more.
Project Vehicles!
My First Car
2003 Mustang V6 3.8L Coupe @ 191HP
Aka “Slowstang”
Bought in 2016 at 50k miles
Sold in 2021 at 84k miles
Daily Driver
Work done:
- Alternator (2x)
- Cold air intake
- Spark plus and wires
- Halo headlight assembly
- Full LED conversion
- Head-unit swap
- Wheels and tires
- Full suspension upgrade including shocks, struts, and lowering springs
1996 Chevy Blazer V6 4.3L 2DR 4×4 SUV @ 190HP
Aka “If she ain’t rusty, she ain’t trusty”
Bought in 2020 at 74k miles for $900
Sold in 2021 at 75k miles for $2800
Project car
Work done:
- Power steering pump
- Fuel pump
- Battery
- Wiring mayhem
- Brake calipers, lines, and pads
- Rust overhaul, welded replacement panels for rust holes
- DIY paint respray
2021 Kia Soul 2.0L @ 140HP
Aka “Hami”
Bought brand new in 2021
Current Daily Driver
Work done:
- Cold air intake
- Upgraded horns
- Mudflaps
- Tinted daytime lights
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Turbo Convertible 2.4L @ 180HP
Aka “VT Cruiser” (Virginia Tech Cruiser)
Bought in 2021 at 110k miles for $550
Sold in 2024 at 115k miles for $3,200
Work done:
- Turbo replacement
- Coolant tank
- Spark plugs and wires
- Cold air intake
- Window motor
- Tires
- Body work
- Vinyl wrap in VT colors
- Remove vinyl wrap (faded)
- Radiator
- Control arms
- Suspension bushings
- PTimer project (see projects above)
- ECU replacement with Mopar Stage 1 tune for 70HP more than stock
2002 Volvo V70 2.4L @ 168hp
Aka “VT70” (Virginia Tech 70)
Bought in 2022 at 166k miles for $1200
Sold in 2022 at 166k miles for $2,800
Work done:
- CLEAN CLEAN CLEAN – IT’S SO DIRTY
- Spark plugs
- All filters
- Seats repaired
- Buffed paint
- Flushed with correct PS fluid
- Hood and trunk struts
- Timing belt and water pump
1983 Honda Urban Express 60cc @ 3? hp
Aka “Frankenstein”
Bought in 2022 at 4,300 miles for $250
Current campus commuter and joyrider
Work done:
- New tires
- Fuel tank cleaning
- Rewired almost all the electrical
- Engine swap from regular express model (2 speed)
- Rebuilt engine (upgraded to 60cc)
- Aftermarket pipe
- Aftermarket carb
- Custom 3D printed LED headlights
1978 Puch Newport 50cc @ 2 hp
Aka TDB
Bought in 2022 for $25 (yes 25)
Campus commuter and joyrider, currently in storage and not in use.
Work done:
- New tires
- Fuel tank cleaning
- Cleaned and refreshed all moving parts (carb, bearings, gears, chain, etc)
- Replaced most gaskets
- Re-sewed seat vinyl with a patch
1978 Puch Newport 50cc @ 2 hp
Aka TDB
Bought in 2023 for $250
Sold in 2023 for $1,000
Work done:
- New tires
- Fuel tank cleaning
- Cleaned and refreshed all moving parts (carb, bearings, gears, chain, etc)
- Replaced seat
2019 Honda Ruckus 50cc @ 3? hp
Aka “ouch” (got into a bad accident with the previous owner)
Traded in 2023 for the Honda Spree
Work done:
- Replaced rear wheel
- Replaced blinker
- Patched seat vinyl
- Replaced missing hardware
- Replaced mirrors
- Replaced brake lever
1986 Honda Spree 50cc @ 2.5? hp
Aka TDB
Bought for $60
Traded to a friend for the Ruckus
Work done:
- Replaced engine (original was seized and too rusty)
- Cleaned fuel tank
- Replaced battery
- New tires