Hardware
A list of my favorite hardware projects over the years, from PCBs to 3D printing and everything in between.
STM32 Development Board & BMS Integration
On our team, almost all programable boards on the car were based on off-the-shelf microcontrollers like Arduinos and ESP32s. One of our priorities this year is to migrate from off the shelf boards to custom STM32 setups for many reasons. First, having an integrated STM32 in our boards reduces compatability issues and allows for lower level control of the chip. Secondly, off-the-shelf microcontrollers like the Arduino have a lot of extra components that not only take up more space, but also draw a lot more unnecesary power. I was one of the main people on this project, namely designing, layout out, and validating a development board bassed on the STM32F4 chip. After that success, I was assigned to integrate my design into the Battery Management System (BMS) board. This was a success, with the board validated and I even went as far as programing a serial monitor onto the built in USB-C port in a simple program that blinks an LED and prints the state of it in the serial monitor.
The Cyberbike MX350
One of my first major hardware projects was modifying my Razor MX350. It began with a few cosmetic upgrades, as shown in the YouTube video. Recently, I revived the build and completely rehauled it with a new motor controller, upgraded battery system, and a redesigned Cyberpunk-inspired aesthetic.
Custom Nintendo Wii
I rescued a Nintendo Wii from a garage sale and gave it a second life. The project includes a painted case, acrylic window to showcase the spinning disc with accent lighting, and custom firmware featuring a red launcher theme to match the design. I also adapted the internals so the Wii can function as a compact gaming PC—combining nostalgia with modern upgrades.
Purple F1
For my final project in Circuit Design, my team went above and beyond, fixing and upgrading an old RC our teacher had lying around. We first got it running using the original parts, reparing many broken pices with 3D printed replacements, then upgraded it using a Raspberry Pi to control it using my laptop. After restoring the car, we were able to hit speeds upwards of 40 MPH!
Custom Amiibos | Saving Money in Style
While playing The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, I wanted access to the advantages Amiibos provide without paying the premium price. I purchased inexpensive NFC stickers and programmed them using a mobile app to function as Amiibos. To elevate the project, I 3D printed custom cases to resemble official figures, along with compact “chip-style” Amiibos designed to fit neatly inside my Switch carrying case.
More Projects on my Channel!
I've worked on many additional hardware projects that aren't fully documented here. On my YouTube channel, I share time-lapse builds, behind-the-scenes progress, and tutorials covering my projects and development process.