Engineering Portfolio
BAT Industries
Nathan Beynon
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Engineering Portfolio
Nathan Beynon
View ProjectsMy name is Nathan Beynon. I am currently studying mechanical engineering at Auburn University. Beynon Aerospace Technologies, or BAT for short, currently serves as an identity for all of the developement and innovation that is done as an individual. Much of my work is specialized in additive manufacturing and aeriel systems, which serve as both a passion and career objective.
My design philosophy is centered around first principles thinking in order to break complex systems into fundemental problems. In order to reach maximum output and innovation, it is key to maintain a rapid/iterative process, as well as quickly establishing modular components within a given system.
001
Full design and manufacture of an iteration of mid-power rockets, aimed to achieve a reliable and repeatable vehicle structure. This vehicle serves as a testbed for avionics and control system innovation, while also analyzing the feasibility of 3D printed components.
002
Custom avionics package for the Icarus flight vehicles. Replaces traditional protoboards for additively manufactured custom PCBs. Final capabilites include data logging, TVC, and event management. MAC will be the first documented flight computer using a 3D printed board to take flight.
003
High power, level one certification rocket designed from the ground up. A 38 inch vehicle with an optimal apogee between 2000 and 3000 feet, designed to reach upper subsonic speeds.
004
A fully 3D printed(minus tubing) water pump that compresses flexible tubing, drawing in water and pushing it towards the outlet. Powered with a nitinol heat engine, the pump relies on a gearbox to transfer the high speed, low torque input to a lower speed and higher torque to drive the inner tri-roller.
005-Early Development
Additively manufactured two-axis gimbal capable of directing varying thrust from a solid rocket motor, in order to provide a nominal trajectory for a given vehicle. Designed alongside MAC to provide guidance, navigation, and control.
006-Early Development
Low cost 5 inch FPV drone built with off the shelve components. Will serve as a base for future FPV developement. Main objectives revolve around varied imaging, defense application, and autonomous services.