I worked in the maritime sector, which focuses on research and development for new marine technology. I was working with a group of interns to develop the controls, simulation, and data analysis of an autonomous ferry. I worked on the control algorithms and the connection to the simulator. I took my experience in control theory from MIT and applied it to a real system. This ferry was the largest system I have ever controlled, and I learned a lot about anticipating environmental conditions on the ocean to create successful vessel control.
Applying MIT education to summer internship
Ashley Margetts, a mechanical engineering major, worked in the maritime sector that focused on developing new marine technology. She was able to create international connections and applied her knowledge in controls to the work she did.
"This experience solidified my interests in marine autonomy, while also making me realize that I want to work with more hands-on work. I was just working with software, and I missed being able to see a physical product while I am working."Ashley Margetts
Major & Class Year
Graduate Student in Mechanical Engineering
Location
Norway
MISTI Program
Internship
Host
Kongsberg Maritime