Nikita Dvuzhylov
Mechanical Engineer



Recent Mechanical Engineering graduate from York University’s Lassonde School of Engineering. I am a driven and motivated young professional and strive to come up with thoughtful and innovative ideas to modernize every day life. I’m passionate about building an accessible and inclusive future. 

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Education
Sp. Hons. Bachelor of Engineering -Mechanical Engineering

York University - Lassonde 2025


Skills + ToolsCAD Software
Solidworks
Fusion360

AI Generative Design
Python
Fusion360

Simulations
StarCCM+
Ansys
Matlab
Solidworks

Programming
Java
Python
C++

Graphic Design 
Sketch
Photoshop
InDesign
Canva

Prototyping
3D Printing
Cura
PrusaSlicer
Design thinking
Labview

Written Communication
Professional Writing
Report Writing
Academic Writing
Word Processors


Goals + InterestsBreak into an Engineering role
Pursue innovation in accessibility and personal mobility



Achievements
Academic
Completed 12 month co-op term

Musical
  • 3x - First Place Trophy Winner - Richmond Hill Arts Music Festival Piano Competition
  • Completion of RCM Grades 1-9
  • Completion of RCM Music Theory Exams


Athletic
  • 1x - Second Place Medal - PICK Last Gasp 2015 - 50m Free
  • 1x - Third Place Medal - PICK Last Gasp 2015 - 50m Back













Projects






1.    Capstone Project
Test Video of Gravity Battery System
YorkU Capstone Day Exhibit
Picture of the Team
Testing Integration of Subsystems
Initial Gearbox Design
Support Structure Design
Support Structure Simulation

Description:

The Capstone Project is the final project assigned to engineering students. The project my team was assigned was to develop and build a sustainable, scalable, and “net positive energy” gravity battery system. This project went through several stages where key subsystem designs were conceptualized, developed, tested, iterated, and improved upon. I played a key role in the development of the support structure subsystem. I also acted as team lead and managed the project following the Waterfall methodology. I was involved in all areas of the project and also played a supporting role in the development, construction, and assembly of the gearbox subsystem. I also machined some of the components using a lathe, such as the shafts used in the gearbox.

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2.    Using AI for Mechanical Design

Screenshot of Code Used to Interview AI Stakeholders
Assembly of AI Generated Design 1 in Fusion360
Selected AI Generated Design 1
Assembly of AI Generated Design 2 in Fusion360
Selected AI Generated Design 2
Truck and Axle Assembly in Fusion360
Fusion360 Generative Design Aluminum Output

 Description:

This project involved using AI to help reduce the time it would take to go from the conceptual phase to the design phase. The project involved programming AI agents in Python using an LLM, which acted as stakeholders. The AI agents were then asked questions to extrapolate key information. Next, a stable diffusion model was used in Python to generate several different possible skateboard designs from the information that was extrapolated. Then, two designs were chosen and modelled in Fusion360. Lastly, the truck and axle assembly for the two designs were put through the Generative Design AI in Fusion360 to produce more optimized or visually appealing variations. 


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3.    Floating IoT Charging Solar Panel

Description:

This project involved creating a floating solar panel that could tilt towards the sun, charge a battery, and connect to your phone (IoT). This project went through three different phases: the conceptual design phase, the embodiment design phase, and the final design phase. The design my team went with utilizes two axes of rotation, where there is a rotating mechanism and a tilting mechanism. The rotating mechanism uses a stepper motor and a planetary gearbox, where the tilting mechanism utilizes a servo motor and a simple pin. The idea behind the final design was to be an emergency beacon that could be deployed on water in times of distress.  


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4.    Fusion 360 Generative Design Case Study
Preserved Geometry of Hinge
Final Geometry Used in Case Study
Obstacle Geometry & Loading for Fusion360 Generative Design Study
Aluminum Fusion360 Generative Design Output
Aluminum Output Stress Concentrations
Description:

This case study involved designing a basic hinge and using the Generative Design AI in Fusion360 to optimize, enhance, and alter the design. This was done by first making the model of the hinge in Fusion360 and then adding geometry that would act as obstacle geometry (where the AI cannot add material). A load was placed on the top of the hinge, and the back of the hinge was pinned. Then, the Generative Design AI was utilized to produce variations of the basic hinge design.

A full report can be viewed in the Google Drive Folder. See more here →





5.    Simulating High Speed Winds on Sign
CFD Velocity Streamline Scene on Sign
CFD Velocity Scene on Sign and Domain
CFD Screenshot of Final Mesh (Domain and Sign)
FEA Stress and Displacement Scene on Sign
FEA Screenshot of Final Mesh (Sign)

 Description:

This was the final project for a simulations course and involved combining computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations and finite element analysis (FEA) simulations. The main purpose of the project is to design a support structure for a sign that can withstand a hurricane (high speed wind loads). This project involved modelling the sign and the domain used for the simulations. A mesh study was performed on the mesh used in the CFD simulations to find the optimal mesh density to time spent per iteration ratio. Then, CFD simulations were performed on a sign to simulate low and high speed winds. This was to find relevant information that could be used for the loading conditions for the FEA portion of the project. In the FEA portion of the project, a support structure was designed and tested to ensure that the support structure will not break under high speed wind loads.

A full report can be viewed in the Google Drive Folder. See more here →



6.    Simulating Wind Between Buildings

Velocity Vector Scene When Simulating Wind Between Two Buildings
Pressure Distribution When Simulating Wind Between Two Buildings
Pressure Distribution When Simulating Wind Flow Around the Tall Building
Geometry of Tall Building and Domain
Screenshot of Mesh of Tall Building & Domain
Density Parameters for Mesh of Tall Building & Domain

 Description:

The purpose of this project was to see how placing a structure next to an existing one would affect the wind speed. This project involved modelling the buildings and their domains as well as carefully setting the mesh to ensure that the simulation ran correctly. The results showcased that placing a building next to another results in an increase in wind velocity.

A full report can be viewed in the Google Drive Folder. See more here →




7.    Life Cycle Analysis & Impact Assessment of a Metro Train



 Description:

This project involved finding an existing life cycle analysis (LCA) for a product and altering it to be more environmentally friendly. My team chose a metro train as the product, and we decided to change two subsystems rather than one, which were the braking system and the HVAC system. This presented a great challenge as the workload for most tasks doubled. The braking subsystem was altered from a traditional braking system to a regenerative braking system, and the HVAC subsystem was altered to include an air curtain. I completed the impact assessment portion of the project and completed all the research for the life cycle inventory analysis.


A full report can be viewed in the Google Drive Folder. See more here →



8.    Gear Calculations for Upper Body Ergometer Gearbox


 Description:

This project involved conceptualizing, designing, and iterating on an upper body ergometer. This project focused on inclusive design elements, where very low loading values were targeted with high reliability. I performed the gear calculations for the gearbox. This involved taking information found from the cyclical analysis and calculating or analyzing each gear parameter in order to find the safety factor. The minimum target for the safety factor was to be above 1 to ensure that the gearbox does not fail. The calculations for the gears followed the AGMA standards.

A full report can be viewed in the Google Drive Folder. See more here →