Sam Hemming received his undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering, from McMaster University in May of 2022. After graduation, he joined the McMaster Automotive Resource Centre (MARC) as a research engineer, which led to him entering his masters in January of 2023, a short 8 months later. He is currently studying under the supervision of Dr. Ali Emadi. Sam’s research is focused on the industrial design and thermal management of power electronics, particularly in the high-powered aerospace domain.
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Growing up in the Hamilton area, Sam Hemming’s curiosity was sparked by visits to McMaster University at a young age, attending courses and camps when he could. Inspired by these early experiences, Sam pursued his undergraduate degree at McMaster, where he excelled academically and engaged in numerous research projects. During his undergraduate studies, Sam worked on several impressive projects. He played a key role in designing an N-class rocket motor for the McMaster rocketry team, which significantly enhanced their performance in national competitions. Additionally, as an intern at MARC, Sam developed packaging solutions for a traction inverter, contributing to advancements in electric vehicle technology.
Currently, Sam’s master’s research, under the guidance of Dr. Ali Emadi, focuses on the industrial design and thermal management of power electronics in high-powered aerospace applications. His work aims to improve the power density of electronic systems in aircraft, contributing to advancements in the aerospace industry.
Sam’s passion extends beyond engineering; he has a deep appreciation for both science and art, and he strives to bring these two worlds together in his work. He believes that integrating artistic creativity with scientific precision can lead to innovative and aesthetically pleasing engineering solutions. In his free time, Sam enjoys play any and every sport that can be mentioned, as well as spending as much time in the forests up north as he can.
