Nicholas Prentis
I'm Nick, a University of Maine graduate with a bachelor's degree in Physics and a keen interest in science, engineering, and design. From building concrete canoes to experiments involving the speed of light, I've always enjoyed exploring different technical challenges and finding creative, practical ways to approach them.
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Today, I work at Tech Research Group, where my responsibilities span logistics engineering, CAD development, data analysis, and engineering support. My experience includes mechanical design, prototyping, testing, and refining systems to meet real-world requirements.
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I enjoy taking on projects across a wide range of disciplines, especially those that challenge me to learn something new, approach problems from a different perspective, and turn ideas into working solutions.
Logistics, Data and CAD Drawing Development Engineer
Projects
Controlled 1000LB Drop Tester
Designed and developed a controlled impact-testing system capable of handling payloads up to 1,000 lb, with a target impact velocity of 10 ft/s. Used to evaluate the structural performance of transportation crates for military applications.
Concrete Planter Mold
Designed reusable, 3D-printed molds for interlocking concrete components used to construct retaining garden walls. Refined the mold geometry and material selection to address heat-induced deformation during concrete curing and improve component removal.
Expeditionary Shelter UP- Armor System Resupply Crate
Designed a layered transportation crate to protect sensitive equipment while simplifying unpacking and repacking. Refined the structure following drop testing to reinforce vulnerable areas and improve its response to impact loads.
Protective Fencing Gorget
Born from a firsthand injury during HEMA longsword fencing, this 3D-printed protective attachment was designed to redirect upward-angled strikes away from the lower edge of a fencing mask without compromising freedom of movement.
Extendable Panelized and Collapsible Shelter Panel Update
Developed and incorporated panel design modifications into an existing large-scale CAD assembly, ensuring the updated geometry and engineering drawings reflected the latest manufacturing requirements.