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Electronic Design Engineer | He-man Dual Controls
A keen electronic engineer with a passion for automotive systems and autonomous robotics. A progressive love of cars, engines and classic mechanics. Advocate for clean energy, transport and alternative fuels. Compulsive tea drinker. BrightSpark 2017. BEng MIET
DS Level
17
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Earned 04/01/2018
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Earned 12/12/2018
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Earned 17/12/2018
Author 10
Earned 30/07/2018
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Earned 04/01/2018
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Earned 02/05/2019
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Earned 04/05/2018
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Recognised for helping others in our Support Centre.
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Earned 18/07/2018
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LeakKiller Challenge Winner
Earned 08/02/2018
3 months ago
Experiments with Submersibles
In this article I experiment with the design of a submersible camera drone for subsea surveying applications, utilising a mix of 3D printed and cost-effective COTS components to fabricate a basic prototype for a series of light duty missions.
5 months ago
Three-Wheel Electric Skateboard
This article documents the build of an electric skateboard using parts salvaged from an old electric scooter. My interest in alternative transport helped me decide on a three-wheel design that was simple in theory but more complicated in reality.
11 months ago
RS Pro DSO entry: Debugging Complex Control Systems
Requirements for a digital storage oscilloscope for debugging complex control systems implementing multiple signalling protocols.
11 months ago
Summer of Sound: "Jam-Box" Ergonomic Hand-Held Digital Synthesiser
This article focuses on the design of a super-ergonomic hand-held digital synthesizer that streamlines user-experience and creative flow by automating musical theory thereby enabling any level of player to focus on music creation and improvisation.
1 year ago
Object Tracking using Computer Vision and Raspberry Pi
In this article, I am exploring the capabilities of computer vision technology with the use of the OpenCV Python framework and a Raspberry Pi 3 using the DesignSpark Raspberry Pi camera with its super 220-degree wide-angle lens!
1 year ago
Autonomous System Development Platform
With autonomous and self-driving technology being a driving force behind contemporary robotics, I was inspired to build a modular, maker-friendly platform for developing autonomous systems of my own design, which has been documented in this article.
1 year ago
Building a Scrap Slide Guitar
Having developed my interest in electronics from an amateur interest in music, building a homemade instrument sounded like a perfect project. Having already completed my slide guitar, I decided to document and share my experience on DesignSpark.
1 year ago
Sustainable Energy For Future Transport
This article aims to give a brief overview of the considerations for the automotive sector and the surrounding community concerning the adoption of alternative forms of energy given the strain on and negative impact of current resources.
1 year ago
*WINNING ENTRY* DesignSpark Leak Killer Challenge: Smart Leak Detection System with Sensor Network
DesignSpark Leak Killer Challenge Entry. A comprehensive research project into non-intrusive leak monitoring and isolation systems. Exploring leak localisation via a diagnostics network of moisture sensor-cluster nodes using CANBUS.