Keelan O'Doherty

Aerospace Engineering • Systems • Applied Research

Applied aerospace engineering focused on safety, efficiency, and execution.

I’m an Aerospace Engineering student at The University of Alabama focused on propulsion, flight dynamics, systems integration, and computational + experimental validation.

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About

Education

The University of Alabama
B.S. Aerospace Engineering, Minor in Mathematics
Expected May 2026 • GPA: 3.612

Dean’s List: 2022–2026

Mission

I build at the intersection of aerospace theory and implementation: CFD/FEA, MATLAB-driven flight modeling, and integrated prototype testing, with long-term focus on safer and more efficient aircraft systems.

Research Highlights

✈ ORCA Fixed-Wing eVTOL UAV

Reconnaissance-focused fixed-wing eVTOL platform with vertical takeoff/landing, efficient forward cruise, modular payload architecture, and autonomous mission capability for runway-independent operations.

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UAV Propeller Acoustics (AERO)

Designed and analyzed four propeller geometries using SolidWorks CFD/FEA at 10,000 RPM, followed by thrust and acoustic testing.

Technical Project Portfolio

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Professional Interests

Interested in aerospace research collaboration, propulsion and flight-dynamics work, and engineering internship opportunities focused on aircraft systems and integration.