My engineering projects at the crossroads of electronics, robotics, software and craft.

Design of a first-generation, fully custom high-power diode laser system for nuclear fusion applications, in collaboration with electronics, mechanical and laser specialists at Amplitude Laser company.

• PCB design, development and testing of control electronics boards for laser command and safety.
• Defining system logic, selecting components, creating electronic schematics and routing with differential pairs.
• Developed a Raspberry Pi CM5 control board to manage all sensors and actuators communicating in SPI and UART, replacing legacy systems.
• Designed additional I/O boards and defined system-wide architecture and cable routing.
• Implemented Linux-based control software with multithreaded test algorithms and an HMI.
• Structured object-oriented code for easy reuse on future laser platforms.

Design and build of a robotic demonstrator to showcase the reliability, ease of use and automation potential of Axon’Cable connectors.

• Mechanical design and fabrication (laser cutting, 3D printing and machining) of tools for manipulating specific connectors.
• Development of a mechanical and electrical tool-changer for rapid tool swapping.
• Implementation of video-feedback control for precise alignment between the arm and rotary support.
• Design of position-recognition and safety logic to make the system plug-and-play and idiot-proof.
• Integration of sensors, actuators and electronics for robust, reliable operation.
• Design of a compact embedded circuit board for the control of different tools.
• Testing for implementation of plastronics process.

Design and fabrication of a custom leather book with integrated LED lighting and wireless charging, combining electronics, 3D design, leather and casting craftsmanship.

• 3D modelling of the cover design in Fusion 360.
• Custom PCB for battery charge/discharge and LED control, with induction charger in the cover.
• Laser-cut covers and 3D-printed stamps for leather embossing.
• Refinement of the leather process: forming, glueing, embossing and gold foil lettering.
• Sand casting of decorative metal ornaments for the cover.

Realization of signet rings, medals and bracelets through a full ceramic-casting workflow, from digital model to precious metal.

• 3D models created from hand-drawn artwork.
• 3D printed prototypes and SLA wax models for casting.
• Ceramic investment molds prepared with vacuum-assisted bubble removal and firing up to 900 °C.
• Hermetic vacuum chamber and induction smelter used for silver casting.
• Post-processing: trimming, sanding, polishing and optional gold plating.

Production of detailed architectural models combining 3D printing, laser cutting and integrated lighting.

• Built two architectural models using a mix of 3D printed parts and laser-cut elements.
• Added ambient lighting to highlight internal volumes and facades.
• Used an Arduino Nano and a power switch to control lighting scenarios.

Creation of leather accessories using custom patterns, laser cutting and traditional leatherworking techniques, with a personal gold-leaf logo.

• Pattern design and laser cutting/engraving of cow leather.
• Edge beveling, skiving, burnishing with Gum Tragacanth and structural assembly with rivets.
• Production of toiletry bags and glasses cases for personal use and family.

Design and build of custom tools to support electronics, welding and jewelry work in the workshop.

• Air purifier for welding applications.
• Magnifying loupe equipped with lighting for fine electronics soldering.
• Custom boxes for signet rings and medals.