Consumer Electronics
FireBoard Labs
The FireBoard Spark is the first WiFi and Bluetooth enabled smart Instant Read Thermometer with leave-in probe functionality. The Spark was designed to be a multi-functional tool used in the kitchen and out on the grill. It has an IP66 rating which was no small feat to accomplish with the overmolded TPE material mating with a cast aluminum front case on a non linear parting line. Not to mention the various jacks, and other through case components. I designed and engineered this product for manufacturing in less than 6 months while also incorporating PCB adjustments and supplier component challenges along the way. The spark has been well received by existing FireBoard customers as well as new BBQ enthusiasts and home chefs. It even won an award! LINK
Castle Creations
The Mamba Monster X8S is a high powered electronic speed controller for large radio controlled vehicles. It’s predecessor was outdated and under-powered. Pulling cues from the highly successful Mamba X speed controller, the 8S extends the brand value of the Mamba product line. Consumers will associate the high quality of the Mamba X with this new addition simply by recognizing these visual cues. This product was designed before exiting Castle - some features were changed but the majority of them remain true to the original design concept. One of them being the forged heatsink which was a new manufacturing method for Castle products.
Lindsay Company
Pivot Watch is a crop irrigation monitor that allows a farmer to check status by using an app on a smart device. The challenge was to develop a mounting solution for a variety of pivot arm diameters while also accommodating any other wires/pipes that might be installed on the arm. I designed a number of concepts for this product and after a few rounds, we had a winning design.
Castle Creations
Sidewinder 4 is an electronic speed controller for radio control cars and trucks. The project goal was to update an existing line of Sidewinder controllers with a new look and improved performance. We achieved this by increasing the cooling fan size and adding functional venting that allows the unit to exhaust heat more efficiently than its predecessors. The results were better than anyone expected with an improved overall performance of more than 40% better run times and higher load capability.
Castle Creations
The B-LINK is a bluetooth adapter that allows hobbyists to make settings changes to their electronic speed controllers from their smart devices. The board layout was completed when I began this project. Many iterations of form development were completed to arrive at the final design. Factors effecting the design included water proof overmolding of the PCB, small form factor and versatile mounting features.
Milton Roy
Design project to improve the look of industrial metering pump. Variety of form factors were presented with the client choosing the preferred solution. Challenges included mounting plate for easy install/removal and carrying features due to dense weight of unit.
