Patrick Chapates graduated from Texas A&M University in 2019, with a Masters of Science in Aerospace Engineering. He is from Allen, Texas, and is interested in human systems integration, structural design, high-performance computing, and ECLSS design. Patrick’s work in the lab included glovebox design and development as well as digital scanning and 3D printing. Additionally, he developed a Finite Element Model to study the interaction between the human hand and extravehicular activity (EVA) glove. After graduation, entered the Aerospace industry as an environmental control and life support systems (ECLSS) and structural design engineer. Outside of work, Patrick enjoys being outdoors, including mountain biking and sailing.
Education
2017: B.S. Aerospace Engineering, Texas A&M University
2019: M.S. Texas A&M University
Experience
Research Assistant, Aerospace Engineering, Texas A&M University, February 2016 – May 2017
AGGIE Challenge Member, Aerospace Engineering, Texas A&M University, January 2015 – May 2015
Software Developer, Physmodo, May 2014 – August 2014
Flight Software Developer, CACI, July 2019 – Present
Publications
- Chapates, Patrick. Finite Element Analysis of Human Index Finger-EVA Glove Pressure Bladder Interaction. Poster presented at: International Conference on Environmental Systems; 2018 Jul 8 – 12; Albuquerque, New Mexico.