The Human-Machine Interface: How Usability Shapes Industrial Technology Adoption
When people think about industrial systems, they often imagine complex machinery, intricate wiring, and heavy-duty processes that run day and night. But behind every machine is a human who needs to interact with it. That’s where the Human-Machine Interface (HMI) comes in. In my experience, the way an operator interacts with technology can be the […]
Designing for Harsh Environments: Engineering Reliable Systems in Extreme Conditions
When most people think of engineering, they picture clean labs, air-conditioned offices, and neat assembly lines. But in reality, many of the systems we design don’t live in such friendly environments. They operate in deserts with blistering heat, in the freezing arctic, deep underwater, or in industrial facilities filled with dust, vibration, and chemical exposure. […]
From Concept to Firmware: Efficient Development Workflows for Microcontroller-Based Systems
In my 15+ years of working with embedded systems, one of the most rewarding parts of the job has been seeing a product evolve from an abstract concept to a fully functioning piece of hardware driven by elegant firmware. Whether it’s for industrial automation, smart energy systems, or consumer devices, the process of developing microcontroller-based […]
The Role of Control Systems in Modern Robotics and Autonomous Technologies
In the world of robotics and autonomous systems, control systems are the unsung heroes. These systems act as the brain that keeps everything running smoothly—constantly reading data from sensors, interpreting that information, and sending precise commands to actuators. Without a robust control system, even the most advanced robot would be nothing more than an expensive […]
The Engineer’s Renaissance: Staying Relevant Through Lifelong Learning
Why Learning Never Really Ends As an electrical engineer with over 15 years of experience, I’ve had the opportunity to work across sectors—power systems, industrial automation, embedded design, IoT integrations, and more. I’ve built reliable grid systems, written firmware for real-time devices, and led cross-functional teams through tough technical challenges. And yet, the most important […]
Signal to Soul: Restoring Vintage Radios as a Modern Engineer
Rediscovering the Magic of Analog As a systems engineer, I spend most of my professional life working on cutting-edge technology—integrating IoT sensors, optimizing embedded firmware, designing control systems, and improving grid reliability with real-time data. My days are full of abstraction: ones and zeros, cloud dashboards, machine learning models, and digital simulation. But when I […]