Applied Mechatronics · Guatemala

Electronic diagnostics, robotics, and UAV control.

Adrián Pascual Veliz · Mechatronics Engineering Student

Final-year student at UVG with hands-on experience in electronic soldering, hardware maintenance, Linux environments, and autonomous systems control in the lab.

UAVs PCB CAD Linux & Docker

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01 · FEATURED PROJECT

Autonomous navigation and control of a Crazyflie drone

Graduation project · In development · Robotat UVG

FLIGHT TEST

Implementation of an autonomous planning and control system for a Crazyflie drone on a racing track within the Robotat ecosystem

Development of an autonomous navigation solution for trajectory tracking and real-time obstacle avoidance, from mathematical modeling to experimental hardware testing.

01. Trajectory

Smooth path generation using Catmull-Rom splines for fluid navigation.

02. Control

Implementation of Pure Pursuit and Look-ahead algorithms for dynamic track following.

03. Feedback

Real-time positioning using the OptiTrack motion capture (MoCap) system.

Crazyflie Pure Pursuit Catmull-Rom OptiTrack MoCap Python

02 · WORKSHOP CAPABILITIES

From diagnostics to functional prototypes

01 / ELECTRONICS

SMD & PCB Repair

Signal measurement, continuity testing, and electronic component replacement.

02 / CONTROL

Embedded Systems

Sensor, actuator, and microcontroller integration; data acquisition, programming, and functional testing.

03 / MECHANICAL DESIGN

CAD & 3D Printing

3D design of functional parts and custom prototypes, preparation of models for additive manufacturing, and mechanical tolerance adjustment.

04 / SYSTEMS

Hardware & Networking

PC maintenance (SSD/RAM upgrades), Windows management, driver installation, and network configuration (IP allocation, routers).

03 · ADDITIONAL PROJECTS

Robotics, software, and infrastructure

Manipulation Robotics

MaxArm Robotic Arm

MATLAB

Forward and inverse kinematics models for the generation and execution of pick-and-place trajectories.

Kinematics Trajectories Automation

Mobile Robotics

Pololu 3Pi+ Mobile Robot

SIMULATION & HARDWARE

Design of computer vision and control algorithms for line and object tracking, validated in simulation (Webots) and implemented on the physical platform in the lab.

Real Hardware Webots Computer Vision

Real-world Solution

POS Application for Restaurants

IN USE

Development and implementation of an app for two businesses, including thermal printer and cash register configuration, alongside technical support.

MySQL Integration Peripherals Support

Local Infrastructure

Homelab & Linux Server

24/7

Administration of a local physical server (Lenovo Tiny) focused on network services: microservice deployment in Docker, storage management, monitoring, and DNS filtering.

Linux Docker Networking

04 · GALLERY

Prototypes, hardware, and assemblies

A look at custom-manufactured parts, electronic assemblies, and hardware integration.

3D-printed Sumobot

SMD Capacitor Replacement

MaxArm Robotic Arm

ATX power supply adaptation for laboratory use

05 · EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

Hands-on experience with an engineering foundation

400 internship hours

Engineering & Integration Intern

SmartLiving · Corporación AICSA

Installation, diagnosis, and commissioning of automation infrastructure.
Interpretation of electrical schematics and continuity testing.
Direct technical support and on-site troubleshooting.
Equipment integration and functional verification.

Education & Courses

B.S. in Mechatronics Engineering

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala · Expected completion: November 2026

Continuing Education

Databases and SQL for Data Science with Python — IBM / Coursera
ROS 2 Foundations: Architecture, Programming & Core Concepts — Packt / Coursera
Automate Cybersecurity Tasks with Python — Google

Contact

Ready to diagnose, contribute, and keep learning.

Available to discuss opportunities in mechatronic systems.

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