Hi, I'm Donovan—a first-generation engineer with a passion for blending biomedical engineering and robotics. My journey started on a campus tour when I witnessed a groundbreaking biodegradable pacemaker project, and I've been driven by innovation ever since.
Here's some projects I've worked on...
This project showcases the design of a custom ball-bot that combines advanced sensor integration with a PID controller and low-pass filters to maintain balance on a spherical platform. It highlights the critical role of precision control and noise reduction in developing stable, responsive robotic systems.
This project presents a novel total hip replacement system featuring drug-elution capabilities designed to promote osseointegration and reduce aseptic loosening, thereby minimizing revision surgeries. Through comprehensive market analysis, design iterations, and rigorous simulation using Solidworks and COMSOL, the implant meets stringent mechanical and biological requirements for improved patient outcomes.
This project developed a high-speed tracking system for ping pong balls on a 2D plane using four piezoelectric sensors, a Teensy V4.1 microcontroller, and a two-stage signal processing circuit to convert raw impact signals into logical data. The software then determines the impact location based on the order of sensor activations, with LED indicators displaying the estimated position, showcasing potential applications in robotics, ballistics, and tabletop games.