Darius Gichuru

Dual-degree student in Aerospace Engineering and Applied Physics at UMD. Passionate about propulsion, aerodynamics, and simulations, with a strong interest in the crossroads of advanced aerospace systems and modern physics, including plasma physics and high-speed flow phenomena. Preparing for graduate research opportunities in aerospace engineering and applied physics.

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Skills

Programming

Python MATLAB C++ LaTeX

Simulation

Simulink Ansys Fluent (beginner) Fusion 360

Laboratory

Oscilloscope Data Acquisition Data Analysis

Fabrication

3D Printing Laser Cutting Soldering Power Tools

Research & Projects

Global Surface Temperature Analysis

Used Python to process and visualize 170+ years of climate data. Analyzed long‑term warming trends using data from Berkeley Earth.

Global monthly temperature anomaly plot with linear trend

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