Project Archive

This project involved building a custom desktop peripheral from scratch. It utilizes an ESP32 microcontroller to handle inputs from rotary encoders and push buttons. The core firmware is written entirely in C++ using custom state-machine logic to manage different modes of operation. It features active Bluetooth pairing for wireless control and optimized serial monitor communication for debugging and interfacing with PC software.

As part of the Autonomous Racing Car Club, this project focused on implementing autonomous driving capabilities for scaled vehicles. It required setting up a full Linux environment to run ROS2. The vehicle's navigation stack was configured using machine learning algorithms to process sensor data, map environments, and execute real-time vehicle control decisions autonomously.

This project encompassed the full lifecycle of building a high-performance desktop computer. It involved extensive research into component compatibility, bottleneck prevention, and thermal management. The final build was specifically optimized for heavy programming environments and achieving maximum sustained frame rates in competitive tactical games. The system utilizes an integrated NVIDIA graphics processing unit procured and configured for optimal output.

This initiative was developed during a competitive campus cybersecurity event. It required analyzing network vulnerabilities, implementing strict firewall rules, and executing defensive protocols against simulated active threats. The strategies utilized ensured system integrity and secured a first-place finish by demonstrating rapid incident response and robust network hardening techniques.