Built a sub-$100 PVC hydraulic ram pump with pH filtration to mitigate acid mine drainage, within a 6-person team
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Built a working hydraulic ram pump prototype for under $100 within a 6-person team, using PVC piping and a pH filtration system to mitigate acid mine drainage at legacy mine sites
Presented the design to a panel of industry professionals, competing against dozens of teams
Received the Subject Matter Expert Award at the final presentation