Manufactured · Design & Fabrication Intern · Brooklyn, NY · May–July 2026

GE Vernova & AirJoule

Autodesk Fusion
3D print preparation
Model assembly
Logo placement

Helping turn client CAD into two exhibition models

At Manufactured, I helped prepare and build an AirJoule atmospheric water generation model and a GE Vernova direct air capture model for the Aspen Ideas Festival. I worked from client CAD with guidance from the team engineer.

White AirJoule model on display — AirJoule exhibition model on display.

01 / Print preparation

Preparing the CAD for printing

For the GE Vernova model, I split the CAD into printable parts, repaired geometry, and thickened fragile features. For AirJoule, I split parts and worked on print orientation and supports with guidance from the engineer.

White printed parts laid out on a workbench — Printed sections laid out before assembly.

White AirJoule fan components grouped together — 3D-printed fan components for the AirJoule model.

02 / Assembly and finish

Covering print defects and assembling the parts

Some areas had visible print defects. I measured those areas, modeled cover pieces in Fusion, and printed and glued the covers in place. I also helped glue the split sections together on both models.

Team member working on a multipart model — Assembling the models in the shop before shipment.

03 / AirJoule details

Adding the logos and NFC tags

I made mockups to compare logo placements on the AirJoule model. I also embedded NFC tags so visitors could tap the model with a compatible phone to open the AirJoule website.

Applying the logo to a printed AirJoule panel.

One logo placement option on the supplied CAD.

Another logo placement on the same panel.

04 / At the festival

The models on display in Aspen

Our team prepared and shipped the models for the exhibit. These photos show them on display at the Aspen Ideas Festival.

GE Vernova model on the exhibit pedestal — GE Vernova’s direct air capture model at the Aspen Ideas Festival.

Wide view of the AirJoule exhibition area — The AirJoule model in the festival display.

Wide view of the GE Vernova model and display signage — The GE Vernova model beside the exhibit signage.

Team credits. Fabrication by the Manufactured team. Wes Yan, Head Mechanical Engineer.