ANDREW NORDSTROM
I build solutions to critical real-world problems, bridging the physical and digital realms through mechanical engineering and artificial intelligence.
Current Project
SpotBot
Building a first-of-its-kind robotic system for autonomous gameplay, integrating stereo vision, CNN-based image processing, and precision mechanics.
Pathway to Space
As a Mechanical Engineering student at CU Boulder, I'm exploring the intersection of space technology and artificial intelligence. My journey combines rigorous technical education with practical applications in robotics and machine learning.
Vision Statement
I am driven to bridge physical and digital systems due to a fundamental belief that the most elegant solutions emerge when we break down barriers between disciplines. Just as I've developed systems that helped farmers preserve water and communities detect fires, I am determined to create the next generation of intelligent spacecraft systems that will enable humanity's sustainable presence in space. By weaving together mechanical engineering, artificial intelligence, and advanced sensors, I will help create resilient systems that thrive in the harshest frontiers humanity has ever faced.
Resume
Experience
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Recommender Systems Lab • CU Boulder • Nov 2024 - Present
- Contributing to research on recommendation systems for federated platforms
- Focusing on privacy preservation and user engagement analysis
- Working alongside PhD researchers exploring novel content recommendation approaches
CNN Advisor & Science Talent Cultivator
Freelance • Boulder, CO • Sep 2021 - Jul 2024
- Guided high school students to Regeneron International Science Fair achievements
- Mentored student who won $10,000 scholarship and 2024 National STEM Champion title
- Taught complex ML concepts and improved students' academic writing skills
Live Video Production Producer
Trinity Lutheran Church and School • Bend, OR • Nov 2019 - May 2021
- Produced 30+ professional live streams during COVID-19 pandemic
- Managed five remote PTZ cameras and directed technical setup/breakdown
- Led a team of three, coordinating camera operators and technical staff
Technical Skills
Languages
ML/AI
Hardware/Robotics
Development Tools
Blog
Thoughts on space technology, mechanical engineering, and artificial intelligence.
Tessera Exoplanet Explorer
Explore distant worlds through real NASA data.
Explore the Exoplanet Transit Tool
A clean, interactive tool to detect and analyze exoplanet transits—no code or astrophysics degree required.
Launch the Exoplanet Transit ToolCommunity Service
Butterfly Pavilion volunteer activity
Created plant propagation kits at Butterfly Pavilion to support therapeutic workshops for memory care facilities, rehab centers, and halfway houses. This hands-on experience combined environmental health with human wellness initiatives.
LiDAR Crop Management
Developed an innovative system that reduced agricultural water waste by 72% using machine learning and LiDAR technology.
Science Talent Cultivator
Mentored students to achieve recognition at the Regeneron International Science Fair and National STEM Challenge.