Hello, I am ...

Thomas Van Riel

Mechanical Engineer, Teacher, Nerd

I am a mechanical engineer, researcher, creator, and nerd.

I love to both build and break things. I am motivated by challenging projects with self-guided research and dynamic problem solving. My true passion is elegant mechanical design.

After finishing my PhD at the Department of Mechanical Engineering of KU Leuven, I was able to stay as a permanent member of the technical support staff. As a mechanical design expert, I guide researchers in the design of their experimental setups, and translate their and other partners' needs into a prototype which can be manufactured in house.

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