Atharva Patil

Mechanical Engineering Student | UC Riverside

Welcome!

I'm a first-year Mechanical Engineering student at UC Riverside, pursuing a BS+MS program. I'm passionate about biomedical device design, R&D, and innovative engineering solutions.

Skills & Expertise

Engineering

CAD Design, FEA Analysis, Medical Device Development, Failure Analysis

Programming

MATLAB, Python, Technical Computing, Data Analysis

Coursework

Multivariable Calculus, Differential Equations, Physics, Chemistry, Engineering Design

Contact

Portfolio

Check out some of my projects and work experience:

Beta Bionics Internship

Failure Investigation Data Technician (Aug-Sep 2025)

Worked on medical device product development, conducting failure analysis and data investigation for biomedical devices.

MATLAB Projects

Engineering Computation

Developed advanced MATLAB applications including GUI design with AppDesigner, linear regression analysis, LU decomposition, and matrix operations for engineering applications.

Science Olympiad

Engineering Captain (2024-2025)

Led engineering team in competitive design challenges, focusing on structural engineering and problem-solving.

Technical Theatre

Scenic Design

Applied engineering principles to theatrical scenic design, combining creativity with technical execution.

Blog

Thoughts on engineering, academics, and technology:

My Journey into Mechanical Engineering

March 2026

Starting my journey at UC Riverside has been an incredible experience. The BS+MS program offers unique opportunities to dive deep into mechanical engineering while exploring biomedical applications. My coursework in multivariable calculus, differential equations, and physics provides the foundation for advanced engineering concepts.

The Intersection of Engineering and Medicine

March 2026

My internship at Beta Bionics opened my eyes to the critical role mechanical engineers play in medical device development. Working on failure analysis taught me the importance of precision, reliability, and patient safety in biomedical engineering.

MATLAB: An Engineer's Best Friend

February 2026

MATLAB has become an essential tool in my engineering toolkit. From creating GUI applications to solving complex differential equations, it bridges the gap between theoretical concepts and practical applications. I've been exploring advanced features like AppDesigner and matrix operations for computational efficiency.