The Mechanical Team is responsible for the design, fabrication, and testing of all mechanical subsystems. We create the aerobody, frame, suspension, and several other components from scratch, integrating with experts from the academic, entrepreneurial, and corporate communities to make an excellent car. We pride ourselves on training all our members to accomplish great engineering feats using advanced analysis techniques to push forward the exciting field of alternative energy automobiles.
Angel Garcia | Mechanical Team Lead
Angel Garcia is a third-year Mechanical Engineering student. As Mechanical Lead, he is responsible for the design and implementation of all mechanical systems on the car.
Jack Turbush | Aerobody Subteam Lead
Jack Turbush is a third-year Aerospace Engineering BSMS student from Marietta, GA. As Aerobody Lead, he is responsible for coordinating team members and professional partners to design and manufacture the SR-4 aeroshell. When not staring at SolidWorks, he participates in research in laser diagnostics for plasmas and also enjoys playing the violin in the GT orchestra.
Kevin Lee | Frame Subteam Lead
Kevin is a third-year mechanical engineering student, and joined GT solar racing because he was interest in structural analysis. As Frame Lead, he is responsible for leading the design and validation for the SR-4’s frame. Outside of solar racing he enjoys cooking and is always willing to discuss League of Legends esports.
Nikhil Nandikanti | Steering & Brakes Subteam Lead
Nikhil is a fourth-year mechanical engineering student from New Jersey. As steering & brakes lead he is responsible for the development and analysis of those subsystems on the vehicle. Outside of solar, he enjoys being outdoors, cooking, and exploring new places.
Grant Espy | Suspension Subteam Lead
Grant is a third year mechanical engineering student interested in robotics, aerospace, and energy systems applications. As Suspension Team Lead, he is responsible for the maintenance of SR-3 suspension systems and the design of future SR-4 components. He is involved in nuclear engineering and robotics research in the RED^2 laboratory. When not working on cars or robots he enjoys playing board games, running, rock climbing, and more!