James Williams
Technology Engineering | Mechatronics | CS Minor
Michigan State University
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About Me
Hello! I'm James Williams, a Michigan State University student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Technology Engineering with a focus on Mechatronics and a minor in Computer Science.
I'm passionate about bridging the gap between mechanical systems and software, creating innovative solutions that combine hardware and code to solve real-world problems in agricultural automation.
Projects
Autosteer Tractor System
An autonomous steering system for agricultural tractors using GPS and sensor fusion to enable precise navigation and field operations.
Piglet Mortality Reduction Vision System
A computer vision system designed to monitor piglet behavior and detect early signs of distress, helping farmers prevent mortality through real-time alerts and tracking.
Experience
Research Assistant Intern
Smart Sensing Lab
Contributing to cutting-edge research in agricultural automation, computer vision systems, and autonomous vehicle technologies at Michigan State University's SMARTS Lab.
- Developed piglet mortality reduction vision system using computer vision and machine learning
- Implemented GPS-based autosteer system for agricultural tractors
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary engineering teams on research projects
Skills
Mechanical
- CAD Design (SolidWorks, Fusion 360)
- 3D Printing & Prototyping
- Mechanical System Design
- Agricultural Equipment
- Manufacturing Processes
Electrical
- Circuit Design & PCB Layout
- Arduino & Microcontrollers
- Sensor Integration
- GPS Systems
- Power Systems
Software
- Python & C++
- Computer Vision (OpenCV)
- Machine Learning
- IoT Development
- Git & Version Control