Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #195

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  abstract: 'The mission of the Terra Nova Project is to design and manufacture a high-powered rocket able to successfully carry and deploy the HAUS payload, the Terra Inquisitor. The Terra Inquisitor will be designed and fabricated to collect and test a sample of soil for pH within 15 minutes of landing. This will be achieved with commercially available and in-house manufactured components. The design of the recovery system is to safely reach ground level within 80 seconds of apogee. The safety of the landing is based on all individual rocket sections sustaining no more than 65 ft-lb of energy without causing irreparable damage. The design and manufacturing of all recovery system components shall meet all specified safety criteria and NASA launch rules and guidelines. Custom bulkheads will be used to absorb forces imparted on the recovery system and manufactured using the new form of additive manufacturing, 3D metal printing. '
  additional_research_mentor: 'Elizabeth Gildersleeve - FSU PC Mechanical Engineering Graduate'
  annual_description: '5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025'
  co_presenters: 'Case Dyer, Jonathan Serbest, Austin Zaal, Mathew Wilson, Jayden Duarte'
  first_name: Krieg
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  keywords: 'High-Power Rocketry; Aerospace Systems Engineering; Recovery System Design; Autonomous Payload Deployment; Flight Testing & Verification'
  last_name: Conrad
  major: 'Krieg Conrad-Mechanical Engineering, Case Dyer-Mechanical Engineering, Jonathan Serbest-Mechanical Engineering, Austin Zaal-Mechanical Engineering, Mathew Wilson-Electrical Engineering, Jayden Duarte-Business Administration'
  poster_pdf: ''
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  presentation_modality: 'Face to Face Poster session'
  pronouns: ''
  research_mentor: 'Twan Capehart'
  research_mentor_s_college: 'Florida State University'
  research_mentor_s_department: 'Mechanical Engineering'
  research_mentor_s_email: tcapehart@pc.fsu.edu
  student_bio: |-
    Krieg Conrad
    Mechanical Engineering student at Florida State University–Panama City focused on hands-on problem-solving, systems thinking, and real-world engineering. Interested in applying engineering and leadership to practical projects.

    Jonathan Serbest
    Mechanical Engineering junior, Honors student, Vice President of RAM, and SAME Chapter President. Gaining hands-on experience through an MEP internship and pursuing a future master’s in Systems Engineering. Passionate about leadership, innovation, and continuous growth.

    Case Dyer
    Motivated Mechanical Engineering student with experience in SolidWorks, 2D AutoCAD, and hands-on mechanical work. Developed a passion for engineering by diagnosing and rebuilding a failed diesel engine. Seeking a hands-on summer internship.

    Austin Zaal
    Senior Mechanical Engineering student interested in applied problem-solving, leadership, and operational environments. Pursuing an officer commission as a Naval Aviator while remaining open to engineering roles with real-world impact.

    Jayden Duarte
    Senior at Florida State University and Student Government Representative focused on leadership and project management. Skilled in team coordination, communication, and keeping projects organized and on schedule.

    Matthew Wilson
    Electrical Engineering student focused on embedded systems and applied electronics. Enjoys hands-on design, troubleshooting, and team-based engineering work. Seeking practical EE opportunities; IEEE and SAME member.
  student_email: kc22bq@fsu.edu
  student_photo: '72875'
  title: 'Terra Nova Project - NASA USLI'
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  work: Exploratory
  year: '2026'