Mechanical Engineering student at Queen's

Hello, I'm Daya.

I'm a second-year Mechanical Engineering student passionate about sustainable design, public transportation and HVAC systems.

In Summary

  • Interests: Sustainable design, HVAC systems, FEA simulation
  • Strengths: Assembly coordination, CAD modeling, prototyping
  • Looking for: Summer 2026 internships opportunities
Fusion 360 SolidWorks MATLAB Arduino

Featured Projects

Water Filtration System

Water Filtration System

Designed and manufactured the mixing assembly; coordinated overall assembly and Arduino setup.

  • Challenge: Produce potable water from dirty lake water using a single autonomous system.
  • Solution: Peristaltic pump + DC motor mixing with alum, followed by mechanical filtration; custom 3D‑printed components.
  • Outcome: Successfully deployed working prototype.
  • Status: Completed • January 2025
Arduino3D printingPeristaltic pumpWater treatment
Path‑Planning

Autonomous Path‑Planning for Warehouse Robots

A* pathfinding algorithm with MATLAB simulation to navigate checkpoints while avoiding static obstacles.

  • Challenge: Create a program that plans fast, collision‑free routes while avoiding obstacles in a simulated warehouse.
  • Solution: Implemented A* algorithm for path planning; comprehensive MATLAB simulation environment.
  • Outcome: Robust pathfinding system capable of reliable route optimization.
  • Status: Completed • March 2025
A* AlgorithmMATLABRobotics
Fusion Assembly Generator

Fusion Assembly Generator

AI-powered tool that converts natural‑language prompts into executable Fusion 360 scripts for mechanical assemblies.

  • Challenge: Automate simple CAD prototyping.
  • Solution: Python add‑in leveraging Fusion 360 API with intelligent schema parsing, powered by GPT-4o.
  • Status: Proof of concept complete, production ready by 2027
PythonFusion APIAI IntegrationCAD Automation

Upcoming Projects

Technical Skills

CAD & Design

Fusion 360
Intermediate
SolidWorks
Basics+
Revit
Basics

Analysis & Simulation

MATLAB
Intermediate
FEA/CFD
Basics

Fabrication & Controls

3D Printing
Intermediate+
Arduino
Basics+
GD&T
Basics

Experience & Leadership

Volunteer Tutor — CTA Drop‑in Tutoring Club

Mathematics & Sciences • September 2023 – June 2024

  • Provided academic support to students in core STEM subjects, adapting teaching methods to individual learning styles
  • Developed clear explanations for complex engineering and mathematical concepts
  • Collaborated with fellow tutors to create effective study resources and problem-solving strategies
Mentoring STEM Education Communication

Let's Connect

I'm always interested in discussing engineering projects, internship opportunities and emerging technologies

daya.silverstein@queensu.ca