The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”
Michelle Dominic is a first year student at the University of Waterloo pursuing a degree in computer engineering. She has gained strong experience in Python, C++, Java and AUTOCAD.
She completed Computer Science classes in Highschool like ICS20, ICS3U, and ICS4U which introduced her to Python, Java, and C++. In Technological Design classes, she became proficient in AUTOCAD. In Computer Engineering classes such as TEJ3M and TEJ4M, Michelle gained experience in C++ to program Arduinos and robots.
Michelle Dominic was also a member of the FAST (Free Appropriate Sustainability Technology) Research group led by Dr. Joshua Pearce at Western University. Here, she is developing an algorithm that corrects infill errors in 3D-printing using python with Aleksai Petsiuk. She also generated heatmaps for SAMA (Solar Alone Multi Objective Advisor) relating to the economic data. Michelle is passionate about using her skills in programming and design to advance initiatives in sustainable research.
Projects[edit | edit source]
Correcting infill errors in 3D printing[edit | edit source]
Creating a algorithm that corrects infill errors in 3D-printing using the full control and matplotlib modules in python. Component of larger software that detects the error. Receives coordinate data from previous analysis, rectifies issues by populating these areas with appropriate infill patterns, ensuring structural integrity and print quality. Allows users to focus on producing accurate and reliable prints without the hassle of manual corrections.
SAMA heatmaps[edit | edit source]
SAMA (Solar Alone Multi-Objective Advisor) is a research initiative focused on investigating the economic feasibility of grid-defection and self-generation of electricity through hybrid energy systems. Michelle's contribution includes generating heatmaps using matplotlib in python that illustrate economic data, with consistent outputs across all interfaces. These include the daily average hourly cost of connecting to the grid, daily average cost of the energy system, and daily average cost of only grid connected system. Integrating these heatmaps into the SAMA software contributes to its functionality, providing users with a comprehensive tool for evaluating the economic viability of grid-defection strategies.
House elevation and design in AUTOCAD[edit | edit source]
Created floor plan and elevation drawings of 174 square meter house. It includes a design of a house with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a patio and other house rooms. Elevation drawings provide 2D representation from the front and back views.
