Rayang Termedate Mendrofa outside the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
FIG. 00 — THE AUTHOR

Sheet 04 — About the author

Rayang Termedate Mendrofa

My name is Rayang Termedate Mendrofa, a mechanical engineer with a passion for turning ideas into reality. While the main concept of engineering is closely related to systems, machines, and building technology. my work isn’t just about technical rigor — it’s about creativity. Whether I’m designing a robotic contraption, a sequence of experiments , or composing playful narratives and music, I thrive at the intersection of engineering precision and imaginative storytelling.

I believe science and music share a rhythm: both are languages of discovery, emotion, and connection. This site is my canvas to share projects, reviews, papers, and presentations — each reflecting my curiosity and drive to make technology more accessible, sustainable, and inspiring. It’s not just a portfolio; it’s a space where ideas meet humour, and where engineering becomes a story worth telling.

01 — Skills

What i do...

  1. 01PROGRAMMING
  2. 02ENGINEERING DESIGN
  3. 03PROTOTYPE PROJECT
  4. 04RESEARCH
  5. 05SCIENCE WRITING (professionally.)
  6. 06CONCEPT VISUALISATION

Media:

Excel CAD Design MATLAB Python ANSYS FEA & CFD VSCode

02 — Studies

Education

2024 - 2026

University College London

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Completing MSc in Mechanical Engineering with Merit. Specialized in advanced materials, robotics, and energy systems. Projects included robotic arm prototypes and airflow simulations for sustainable building systems. Gained certifications in Ansys (Fluent, Stress Analysis, Heat Transfer, Composites) and Python programming.

2021 - 2023

University of Exeter

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Earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering (2:1). Dissertation: Designed and analyzed a modified prosthetic hand for performance improvement. Active in student societies: Engineering Society, Indonesian Society (General Secretary). External Liaison for PPI Exeter, strengthening cross‑cultural communication and event participation. Gained a Private Pilot License approved by UK CAA Worked as a Client Service Assistant, improving operational efficiency and customer support.

2020 - 2021

INTO University of Exeter

Completed a Foundation in Engineering with Distinction (First Class). Built a strong grounding in mathematics, physics, and design principles. Prepared for progression into undergraduate mechanical engineering.

2018 - 2020

SMA Labschool Jakarta

High school education with leadership roles in student council. Served as Public Health Officer, coordinating emergency response for large events.

03 — Activities

Around the studies

Lab benches, grip tests, graduations, and the clubs and people in between, at Exeter and UCL.

Lab desk with a laptop showing the robot CAD model, servos, moulds and silicone limbs 1 / 20
UCL · MSc dissertation The soft-robot workbench

The Fusion model on screen, with the servos, printed moulds and cast silicone limbs it describes spread across the desk.