
Biography
My name is Solomon Andrews, and I am a Mechanical Engineer with a passion for innovative design, advanced manufacturing, and interdisciplinary problem-solving. I earned my degree from the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering, where I was involved in multiple research projects spanning soft robotics, additive manufacturing, and conductive material science. At the High Performance Materials Institute (HPMI), I conducted research on copper ink adhesion for 3D-printed solar cells, focusing on rheology, surface energy, and resistivity analysis. I also contributed to the model-based design and control of soft hydraulic robots capable of locomotion in uncertain environments.
Throughout my academic and professional journey, I have completed high-impact internships at NASA, Mayo Clinic, Honeywell National Security Campus, and Sandia National Laboratories. My projects ranged from developing propulsion systems for lunar satellites and compact surgical tools to designing tool-changing 3D printers and custom microfluidic chips for polymer processing. I bring hands-on experience and a creative, systems-level mindset to engineering challenges and am dedicated to advancing technologies that improve lives and industries. My goal is to continue driving innovation across sectors through efficient, practical, and forward-thinking design.