SAWE Report - Cal Poly San Luis Obispo

Chris Maglio is a bachelor’s candidate in aerospace engineering. His
responsibilities in the Vendetta design group encompassed configuration,
weapons, and systems. Chris is an active member of Central Coast Polo
and the USPA. Besides pursuing the hobby of mountain biking
throughout the academic year, Chris, working as a consultant, has
designed and manufactured numerous nautical, aerospace, civil, and
automotive products.
Dan Salluce is a 23 year old blended program master’s candidate in
aerospace engineering. His responsibilities in the Vendetta design
included stability and control analysis, radar cross section determination,
and flight simulator validation. Dan is interested in control system
design. He participates in the Cal Poly Flight Simulation Group, teaches
Aerospace classes at Cal Poly, and enjoys R/C gliders and the San Luis
Obispo nightlife and nearby beaches.
Nathan Schnaible is a 5 th year aerospace engineering student who
will graduate with a bachelor’s degree in June of 2002. Nathan worked
on the weights & balances, manufacturing, and cost analysis areas of the
Vendetta. His background in the aerospace industry includes
maintenance duties on refurbished Albatross’, ground service on both
corporate and commercial aircraft, as well as piloting experience.
Nathan will be attending the United States Navy Flight School in the
spring of 2003.
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