Aquiles Perez

aquiles.perez@gmail.com

 

CAREER OBJECTIVE

To apply my knowledge and experience in areas related with alternative energy systems.



EDUCATION

Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, 2009

Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton

GPA:   3.6

 

•    Dissertation title: Study of Pulsing Flow of Reactants in a Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell (PEFC)

•    Analysis of the physical parameters involved in power performance on fuel cells under pulsing flow of reactants.

•    Performed modeling using finite elements analysis (ANSYS) and computational fluid dynamics CFD FLUENT, as well as a C++ user defined function for multiphase flow interaction on serpentine channels to simulate water blockage.

•    Generated parametric grid for air water interaction to simulate water blockage.

•    Generated LabView based control systems, for PEFC, to pulse reactant flows (by varying signal frequency, duty cycle, and/or phase shift between valves on the intake and exhaust) as a function of fuel cell power output.

•    Study and analysis of physical parameters involved with thermal fluid mass transfer and mass transport.

•    Design and developing of studies to determine effects of pulsing hydrogen and air flows on PEFC power output performance.

•    Design and implementation of controller based on power tracking  and pulsing of reactants

•    Monitor and control flow meters, pressure transducers, thermocouples, flow regulators, and solenoid valves.

•    Manipulate inlet and outlet reactant conditions to improve PMFC power performance using data acquisition software and feedback control systems

•    Perform mathematical optimizations of power performance in PMFC.

 

Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering, 2006

Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton

GPA: 3.5

 

•    Thesis topic: Analysis of factors that contributed to the sound generated by airboats by determining the frequencies that contribute with and increase the sound generated by airboats by factorial analysis, statistical modeling, and sound spectrum analysis using factorial analysis.

•    Study of propeller blades and their aero acoustic effect.

 

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering, 2004

Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton

 

B.S., Maintenance of Industrial Machinery, 1997

TECSUP, Lima, Peru

 

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Teaching- Research Assistant, 2006 - 2009

Department of Mechanical Engineering, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton

•    Developed methods to optimize power performance using real time data acquisition data.

•    Work with graduate students to develop modeling and control for fuel cells.

•    Generation of optimal control methods based on maximum power tracking.

•    Generated and performed standards for experimental studies conducted  in several laboratories at the Mechanical Engineering Department at FAU

•    Worked with controls, dynamic systems to improve operations and maximize performance.

•    Synthesis and integration multiple electrochemical devices , battery solar array systems and fuel cell systems

•    Engineering Instructor in classes such as Solar Engineering, Statics, Strength of Materials, Experimental Methodology

•    Hands on experience with troubleshooting of equipment, installation, design and fabrication of  machinery.

•    Design of electro pneumatic systems.





Intern Engineer, 2004 - 2004

HOERBIGER CORP, Pompano Beach Fl

Research, development, and production of compression, automation, and drive technologies

•    Research team member focusing on compressor valve redesign

•    Developed product specifications and bill of materials to support customer sales

•    Prepared manuals for experimental equipment (such as viscometers)

•    Worked with databases, determine and study the causes of valve failures

•    Assisted with implementation of a new database for manufactured equipment

•    Tested and evaluated new materials for valves.

 

Project Coordinator, 1998 - 2000

MICHELIN TIRES, Lima, Peru

•    Managed the design, manufacture, and distribution of tires sold worldwide to meet a variety of vehicle requirements

•    Oversaw sales and service for mining, industrial and transportation customers

•    Tracked performance, and generated technical reports by industry usage and tire brand

WESTFALIA PERU GEA - OPERATIONS AND SERVICE       

•    Preparation of periodical maintenance programs for Westfalia-GEA equipment

•    Periodic maintenance programs, emergency services and installation of new equipment

SOUTHERN COPPER      

•    Design of Mechanical Maintenance programs, repair of pumps and heat transfer systems, reinforcement of machines by Welding, CAD Drawings, and CNC, development of CAD drawings for operation of CNC machining and welding tools and corrosion control.

 

 SKILLS

•    Expert level and experience in C++ programming as well as computer programing in  CFD FLUENT , Gambit, ANSYS, Labview,  MATLAB, Solidwork, ProE, Simulink,  Maple, SPSS , Fortran, Design Expert, Excel.

•    Ability to integrate and combine technologies computational results with experimental analysis , validation of program subroutines, validation of mathematical approximations using real time data acquisition and controls

•    Excellent written and oral communication skills.  Bilingual (Spanish and English).

•    Ability to secure research funding for Fuel Cell laboratory.

•    Problem solving, strategic planning, control systems development, system integration, process reengineering

 

ABILITIES

•           Ability to work independent  research as well as  closely work with several people in teams

•    Adept at hands-on fabrication and mechanical/ electrical system construction

•    Skilled in operating and integrating mechanical, and electronic equipment and hardware

•    Experience in designing, constructing and wiring solar photovoltaic systems

•    Able to quickly learn and adapt to existing technology and work procedures

 

ACTIVITIES AND HONORS

•    Latin America and Caribbean Scholarship LACCEI

•    Undergraduate Scholarship

 

PUBLICATIONS

•    Perez, A, Abtahi, H, and Zilouchian, A . “Performance in PEM Fuel Cell under Pulsing Frequency Variations.” Journal of Power Sources submitted.

•    Perez, A, Abtahi, H, and Zilouchian, A. “PEM Fuel Cell Based Power Plant for Robotic Applications." Florida Conference on Recent Advances in Robotics and Robot Showcase.” In FCRAR 2009. Jupiter, Fl, 2009.

•    Perez, A, Abtahi, H and Zilouchian, A, “Determination of Optimal Frequency of a Pulse Width Flow Modulated Fuel Cell,” SHPE NTCC Conference 2008.

•    Perez, A, Abtahi H, and Zilouchian A. “Pulse-Width Modulation of Hydrogen Delivery for PEM Fuel Cells.” In Renewable and Advanced Energy Systems, POWER2008-60161: Vol. 2008. Lake Buena Vista , Florida: ASME, 2008.

•    Perez, A, Masory, O, and Glegg, S. “Analysis of Factors Contributing to the Sound Generated by Airboats.” Miami, Fl, 2006.

•    Perez, A,  Masory, O, and Glegg, S.  . “Factorial Analysis on the Sound Generated by Airboats.” In LACCEI 2006. Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, 2006.

•    Elishakoff, I., and A. Perez. “Design of a polynomialy inhomogeneous bar with a tip mass for specified mode shape and natural frequency.” Journal of Sound and Vibration 287, no. 4-5 (November 4, 2005): 1004-1012.

•    Elishakoff, I., and A. Perez. “Erratum to "Design of a polynomialy inhomogeneous bar with a tip mass for specified mode shape and natural frequency": [Journal of Sound and Vibration, 287 (4-5) (2005) 1004-1012].” Journal of Sound and Vibration 295, no. 1-2 (August 8, 2006): 458-460.

 

AFFILIATIONS

•    Tau Beta Pi. Engineering Honor Society   

•    American Society of Mechanical Engineers

•    Society of Automotive Engineering

•    Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers

 

LICENSES

Engineer Intern – NEECS #1100009394