DESIGN LEADS
System Management
Samuel Lem
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"Being an officer and the system management design lead, I focus on ensuring each sub-system is running smoothly and communicating effectively with one another. I look to improve all aspects of the club, from team building to manufacturing processes, I work to create a more efficient system. I encourage all members to be heard and utilized for their skills while at the same time making sure they have room to grow."
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Power Systems
Cooling & Mucking
Sebastian Bessoudo
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"In the ongoing year, our focus lies on developing and acquiring an open-loop liquid-based mucking system, alongside a closed-loop water cooling system designated for employment with the tunnel boring machine. As a dedicated third-year Mechanical Engineering student with a concentration in mechatronics, I enjoy hanging out with my friends on the weekend and learning new things for my future career."
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Cutterhead
"As the cutter head design lead, I oversee the team that designs our tunnel boring machine’s cutter head, cutting tools, cutter head shaft, and gearbox. I am also a cal poly machine shop technician and help assist with the manufacturing of the TBM. I’m currently a 3rd year mechanical engineering student. I am a huge 3d printing nerd and love all things manufacturing."
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Justin Lesko
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Control Systems
Alex Weller
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"We are currently designing a PLC controls system for the tunnel boring machine. Our team is responsible for controlling and monitoring various parameters in the functioning TBM. I am a 2nd year Computer Science student at Cal Poly, excited to apply my coding experience in the workforce after graduating!"
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Chassis & Shield
Steering
Scott Brown
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"I'm a blended masters student studying mechanical engineering with a concentration in mechatronics. I am the steering system senior project lead, which is developing a custom hexapod platform to articulate the TBM's cutterhead. Outside of school, you can find me at the gym or the beach!"
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OFFICERS
Ansh Pandey
President 2nd-year Computer Science I'm Ansh Pandey and I'm the President of Cal Poly Hyperloop & Tunneling. I am a second-year Computer Science student with a concentration in AI & ML. You can find me playing basketball, coding, or working out!
Samuel Lem
Co-Vice President 3rd-year Industrial Engineer My name is Samuel Lem I am the System Management Design Lead and Co-Vice President. I was formally on the officer board and now helping to transfer power as our previous president and treasurer graduated their positions to our current committee. I am thrilled for our new vision of the club and excited to develop with the new school year around the corner.
Andrew Peterson
Treasurer 3rd-year Mechanical Engineer I'm Andrew Peterson and I'm the Treasurer of Cal Poly Hyperloop & Tunneling and third-year Mechanical Engineering student with a concentration in Mechatronics. You can always find me reading or studying in Engineering IV.
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Cameron Morrow
Co-Vice President 2nd-year Computer Science Hello, I'm Cameron Morrow and I am a Co-Vice President of Cal Poly Hyperloop & Tunneling. I am a second-year Computer Science student with a concentration in AI & ML. You can find me on the Smile and Nod improv team, playing guitar, or coding.
Justin Lesko
Secretary 3rd-year Mechanical Engineer As the secretary, I am involved in leadership decisions and keeping track of what happens in meetings. I am a 3rd year mechanical engineering student looking to concentrate in mechatronics, and love a good hike!
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