Our Subteams

Turbine Design and Testing

The Turbine Design and Testing Team is a multidisciplinary group of engineers, designers, and renewable energy enthusiasts. We are dedicated to creating high-performance wind turbines that maximize energy efficiency while ensuring stability and durability and reliability. Our team explores innovative designs, integrating principles of aerodynamics, materials science, mechanical engineering and electrical engineering. Rigorous testing procedures, using advanced equipment and software, are employed to evaluate the turbines' performance under various conditions. The team's goal is to develop cutting-edge renewable energy solutions that set new standards for sustainability and environmental impact.

Mechanical Engineering

  • Jooi Albano

    GSOE Wind Team Lead - Assembly/Systems Engineer

    Senior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Natalia Nieto-Wire

    GSOE Wind Team Lead - Project Development Lead - Blade Design

    Senior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Daniel Blough

    Design and Testing Team Lead - Pitching Systems Engineer - Manufacturing Engineer

    Senior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Yubai Liang

    Foundations Engineer

    Senior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Laiba Laisee

    Foundations Engineer

    Senior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Jaimie Zhao

    Tower, Yaw and Nacelle Engineer

    Senior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Elsa Cobaj

    Elsa Cobaj

    Manufacturing Engineer

    Sophomore - Mechanical Engineering

  • Consuelo Rodriguez

    Consuelo Rodriguez

    Manufacturing Engineer

    Sophomore - Mechanical Engineering

  • Nazarena Soria Hadad

    Manufacturing Engineer

    Junior - Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

  • Jackaria Hossain

    Electrical Engineering Lead - Load Electronics Engineer

    Senior - Electrical Engineering

  • Anfernny Nunez

    Controls and Software Engineer

    Senior - Electrical Engineering

  • Saad M Salam

    Nacelle Power Systems Engineer

    Senior - Electrical Engineering

  • Stephen B Vixama

    Quality Assurance Engineer

    Senior - Electrical Engineering

  • Bryant Yang

    Turbine Electronics Engineer

    Senior - Electrical Engineering

Project Development

The Project Development Team for the Collegiate Wind Competition is a dynamic and interdisciplinary group. Comprised of engineers, environmental specialists, finance experts, and communication strategists, this team is adept at navigating the complexities of wind energy projects from conception to implementation. Their responsibilities encompass feasibility studies, environmental impact assessments, budget management, and community engagement initiatives. With a keen focus on sustainable practices and innovation, the team collaborates closely to create a comprehensive project plan that not only meets competition requirements but also aligns with real-world industry standards. Through their strategic approach and cohesive teamwork, the Project Development Team aims to showcase a holistic understanding of wind energy projects, emphasizing not only technical prowess but also environmental stewardship and community integration.

Meet the Team

  • Ryan S Fong

    Senior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Raphael Langer

    Senior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Keanu A Stowe

    Senior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Ryan C Fong

    Financial Analyst

    Junior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Ferdous Jannatul

    Junior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Sahib Mostafa

    Senior - Environmental Engineering

  • Wyatt Kuebler

    Senior - Architecture student

  • Diana Alvarez

    Financial Analyst

    Junior - Economics

  • JK Goongoon

    Environmental Engineer

    Environmental Risk Assesment

Connection Creation

The Connection Creation Team for the Collegiate Wind Competition is a dedicated and multifaceted group committed to fostering education, outreach, and collaboration within the wind energy sector. As a group of passionate educators, community engagement specialists, and industry liaisons, this team focuses on raising awareness about wind energy both on campus and within the local community. Through workshops, events, and educational initiatives, we aim to inform and inspire, emphasizing the importance of renewable energy solutions. Additionally, the team actively cultivates partnerships with companies in the wind energy sector, fostering collaborations that enhance industry knowledge and create real-world opportunities for students. By nurturing educational initiatives, fostering community connections, and building strategic partnerships, the Connection Creation Team plays a pivotal role in promoting the growth and adoption of wind energy technologies.

Meet the Team

  • Charles Lee-Georgescu

    Graphic Designer

    Junior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Nadia Ben Slima

    Web Designer - Photographer - Pitching System Designer

    Junior - Computer Science

  • Alexis Vazques

    Secretary - Outreach Coordinator

    Junior - Psychology - Art Minor

  • Naeema Haque

    Connection Creation Lead

    Senior - Environmental Science

Mentors

Meet the Team

  • Yang Liu, PhD

    Team Advisor

    Assistant Professor

    Department of Mechanical Engineering

    The City College of New York

  • Panayiotis Moutis

    Renewables w/ AI & ML | CCAI | Editor IET & IEEE | Energy Policy IEEE USA | Past CMU, NTUA, UoG

    Assistant Professor

    The City College of New York

  • Ali Sadegh

    Professor

    Department of Mechanical Engineering

    The City College of New York

  • Mohamed Haroun

    Co-founder of NYC and Columbia University Makerspace

    Makerspace Manager in the City of New York

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