Hi, I’m Parker

I have always been curious about the world around me and how things work. I hope you enjoy looking at the projects I’ve completed. If you would like to get in touch, contact me at parkerlofstrom1021 [at] gmail.com.

Experience
  • BitSpace Maker Lab – maker from 2015 – 2021
  • Pumping Station Maker Space – current maker
  • Loyola Academy – Clavius Scholars Honors Program
  • Loyola Academy – Architecture Club
  • Loyola Academy – Sailing Team
  • Loyola Academy – Peer Tutor
  • Loyola Academy – Student Ambassador
  • Loyola Academy – Theater Prop Design and Construction Team / Annie performance 2021
  • Illinois Junior Academy of Science 2019 – Top Board Winner, Regionals; Concept Schools Award Recipient; Gold medal, State competition

  • Haunted House – design, props, construction, production, live event management – 2014 – 2019 (2020 canceled due to COVID)
  • Go-Kart (2 models) – design, engineering, construction
  • Fire-breathing Dragon – design, chemistry, production
  • Apps/Software – Fusion 360, Inkscape, Illustrator, NoLimits2
  • Tools/Skillsets – Prusa 3D printer, ShopBot CNC, universal and BOSS laser cutters, wood shop, electronics, cold metals

-The Fusion Files-

This post is for the purpose of illustrating many of the projects I have designed and not built, or projects that are not…

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Scene Shop

The start of the school year brought many new activities and adventures, with the addition of Loyola’s Performing Arts Center. This PAC is…

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Space Shot Drop Tower

As Torque has been retired and further sold in 2022, I decided that I want to try and improve on my custom air…

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Torque: Exhibit at STEAM Event

In April of 2022, Torque XLC, the coaster inspired by S&S launch coasters was able to be displayed and operated for a STEAM…

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Fire Breathing Dragon

Upon looking at the portfolio, it may seem obvious that I had already built a fire breathing dragon a couple years back. This…

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Torque XLC: Behind the Scenes

For those of you who have ventured here, this is the place where you will learn about how Torque XLC, the coaster inspired…

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Snake Enclosure

After finishing the roller coaster, I wanted to have a smaller project to work on. I have had a snake for a while,…

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