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

  • Nazarena Soria Hadad

    GSOE Wind Team Lead - Pitching Systems Engineer

    Senior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Elsa Cobaj

    Elsa Cobaj

    GSOE Wind Team Lead - Manufacturing Engineer

    Junior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Ilya Avros

    GSOE Wind Team Lead - Blade Design Engineer

    Senior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Michael Wang

    Blade Design Engineer

    Senior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Kevin Rivadeneira

    Foundations Engineer

    Senior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Ronald Renold Salnave

    Foundations Engineer

    Senior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Arman Ullah

    Foundations Engineer

    Senior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Adrian Garcia

    Pitching Systems Engineer

    Senior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Amr Elsayed

    Tower, Yaw and Nacelle Engineer

    Senior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Philip Czudak

    Blade Design Engineer

    Senior - Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

  • Saad M Salam

    Electrical Engineering Lead - Load Electronics Engineer - Nacelle Power Systems Engineer

    Senior - Electrical Engineering

  • Mamadou S Bah

    Load Electronics Engineer

    Senior - Electrical Engineering

  • Shaoqin Li

    Load Electronics Engineer

    Junior - Electrical Engineering

  • Min Aung Zaw

    Junior - Computer 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

  • Diana Alvarez

    Project Development Lead - Financial Analyst

    Senior - Economics

  • Michael Mclean

    Junior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Osman Farooq

    Junior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Justin Lee

    Junior - Electrical Engineering

  • Dhoha Medjoubi

    Junior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Susamy Liberato

    Junior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Rajesh Narine

    Junior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Kamilla Egamova

    Sophomore - Mechanical Engineering

  • Sebastian Nanclares

    Junior - Mechanical Engineering

  • Sheikh Hossain

    Junior - Mechanical Engineering

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.

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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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