Gary Sefah

Gary Sefah is a Mechanical Engineer at DFT Inc., specialising in designing and manufacturing check and control valves based on customer specifications, mainly oil and gas sector, and industry standards. He holds a master’s degree in Advanced Manufacturing and Design Innovation from MIT and a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Computer Science from the University of Oklahoma. As part of his graduate research for FrED, Gary work focused on improving FrED’s stability, cooling mechanisms, modularity, noise reduction, and overall functionality. Key advancements included pulley system enhancements, optimized cooling strategies, a redesigned camera system for precise fiber diameter measurement, and the transition from Teensy to Raspberry Pi for improved system integration. Beyond his engineering pursuits, Gary enjoys playing sports and has a deep passion for music.