Akos K. Vida

Akos K. Vida’s Project Portfolio

Creative and reliable innovator with a strong passion for science, engineering, and international collaboration. Holder of two pending patents and multiple top awards in international STEM competitions including ISEF. Experienced public speaker, team leader, and problem solver with a deep commitment to impact-driven innovation.

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Skills

Design and Analysis

SolidWorks
Fusion360
SolidEdge
Topology Optimization
UTM Tests
Charpy Impact Tests
Wind Tunnel Testing
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
Ansys Fluent & SpaceClaim
Circuits
KiCad
Drone Design
RC Airplane Design
Model Rocketry

Control Systems & Programming

Python
MATLAB
C
Bash
G-CODE
Git
Linux
OpenCV
Neural Networks
Backpropagation
I2C
PID Control
Input Shaping
Fourier Transforms
Arduino
Raspberry Pi
PIC Microcontrollers
Transistors
Stepper Motors
Servo Motors
Brushed DC Motors
BLDC Motors
Microsoft Office
WordPress

Manufacturing

FDM 3D-printing
SLA 3D-printing
Laser Cutting
Composite Materials
Electrical Lab Tools
Lathes
Cycloidal & Harmonic Gearboxes

Languages

English
Hungarian
German (intermediate)

Selected Projects

Overviews on my longest running projects

Advanced Manufacturing

3D-Printing Technique to Increase Layer Adhesion through Z-axis Modulation

Accessible Design

Gaming Controller Add-on for Individuals with Disabilities

Programming

Machine Learning

Experimenting with Technology

Miscellaneous Robotics and Programming Projects

Community Building & Organizing

Leadership

Hobbies and Recreation

Hobbies: using the Lathe, Public Speaking, and More

Most information is not added due to sensitivity to 2026 competition season

Aerospace Applications

Landing Gear and OML at GT Design Build Fly Micro Class

Work Experience

November 2025 – Present

Undergraduate Student Researcher at Advanced Manufacturing Pilot Facility

• Developing electronics for enhanced robotic forging process

• Optimizing use of sensors and motor control for improved data collection and actuation

• Using CAD, Lab Tools, and 3D-printing for iterative design

August 2025 – Present

Composites Lead & Landing Gear Lead – Micro Class

• Optimizing landing gear & payload box with composites and 3D printing

• Creating composites workflows for improved mechanical properties of layup

• Using AVL and CFD to improve airplane flight characteristics

• Fabricating 4+ balsa aircraft

August 2025 – Expected May 2029

Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering | Georgia Institute of Technology

• Recipient of the Stipendium Peregrinum, Hungary’s most prestigious university scholarship

• Member of Global Leadership Living Community & Culture/Festivities Student Action Team

December 2023 – October 2025

Developing 3D-Printing Technique to Increase Layer Adhesion through Z-axis Modulation

• Invented technique to increase ultimate tensile strength (180%), impact strength (190%), stiffness (150%), and ductility (200%) of FDM printed parts by introducing frequent, discrete z-axis movements into printing

• Developed Python parser for Marlin GCODE and tested on Universal Test Machines (n=450, ISO 527) and Charpy Impact Test Machines (n=350, ISO 179-1) with 10 plastics including PLA, Nylon PA12, Polycarbonate, CF-PETG, and IGUS J260

• 2nd Place & 2 special awards at ISEF 2025 and others. Patent pending

December 2021 – Present

Developing Gaming Controller Add-on for Individuals with Disabilities

• Invented fully modular low-cost 3D printed add-on that uses compliant mechanisms to link together controller functions for use with one spastic hand; optimized for accommodating the diversity of upper body mobility impairments

• Tested at Hungary’s largest center for cerebral palsy rehabilitation, where it enabled 5 individuals to play Forza without limitations

• Participated at EUCYS 2023 and others. Patent pending

September 2023 – October 2025

Student Mayor of Budapest III. District

• Collaborated with peers and NGOs to organize district-wide food drive, toy drive, youth sports tournament, and youth concert

• Managed student mayorship funds to maximize the impacts of our funding

May 2025 – July 2025

Volunteer at ITH Mission Beach Hostel

• Managed front desk operations and international guest interactions, enhancing communication and problem-solving skills

• Organized and led community building events for hostel

Honors & Awards

May 2025

International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF)

• 2nd Place

• U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Special Award

• Auto Care Association Special Award

November 2024

Research Grant for Nation’s Young Talents

• Recipient of full grant

June 2024

33. National Science and Innovation Olympiad

• 1st place

April 2024

International Conference for Young Scientists

• 1st place in poster section

• 1st place in Presentation section

April 2024

TUDOK XXIV. Pannonian Basin Conference Engineering/Computer Science

• Grand Prize

September 2023

European Union Conference for Young Scientists (EUCYS)

• Participation

June 2023

32. National Science and Innovation Olympiad

• 1st Place

April 2023

MIT Beaver Works CRE[AT}E Challenge

• Product Feasibility Award

September 2022

Social Impact Award (SIA) | Hungary

• Jury Award (1st Place)