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Ammar Arain
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Location
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Mechanical engineering Robotics Electrical engineering Hardware product design Hardware

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Mechanical design 3 Collaborative communications 2 Communications protocols 2 Comparative analysis 2 Computational science and engineering 2 Computer-aided design 2 Critical thinking 2 Engineering documentation 2 Material selection 2 Research design 2 Structural analysis 2 Cad programs 1 Electronic engineering 1 Electronic systems 1 Printed circuit board 1 Printed circuit board design 1 Raspberry pi 1

Achievements

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Level UP exit survey completion- February 2025 cohort
Issued by Level UP: February 2025
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Completed on March 29, 2025
Level UP community builder - February 2025 cohort
Issued by Level UP: February 2025
Awarded for providing feedback at the end of a Level UP project.
Completed on March 29, 2025
Level UP Community Builder
Issued by Level UP: February 2025
Awarded for providing feedback at the end of a Level UP project.
Completed on March 29, 2025

Latest feedback

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Tarek El Dick
VP Solutions
January 29, 2025
Individual endorsement
Communications protocols Research design Comparative analysis

I am pleased to endorse Ammar Arain for his contributions to the R&D Drone Project for Alvia Systems Inc. He demonstrated strong technical skills in pathfinding, fire simulation, system integration, and communication protocols, while effectively collaborating with the team to meet project goals. His problem-solving mindset, clear communication, and commitment to quality made him a valuable asset to the project. I highly recommend him for future opportunities.

Learner feedback
Ammar was a dedicated and skilled contributor to the project, demonstrating strong technical abilities in pathfinding, fire simulation, and system integration. His work on drone navigation, perception mapping, and communication protocols helped create a well-rounded and functional system. He collaborated effectively, communicated clearly, and contributed to thorough testing and debugging. His problem-solving mindset and commitment made him a valuable team member. Would gladly work with him again!
Printed circuit board design Electronic engineering Communications protocols Research design Comparative analysis Electronic systems Printed circuit board Mechanical design Cad programs Raspberry pi
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Alvia Systems Inc.
R&D Drone Project for Alvia Systems Inc
Alvia Systems Inc.
Tarek El Dick
VP Solutions
March 30, 2025
Individual endorsement
Computer-aided design Structural analysis Material selection Mechanical design Engineering documentation Critical thinking Computational science and engineering Collaborative communications

I highly recommend Ammar for his exceptional leadership as Project Manager and Systems Integrator, as well as his technical excellence in mechanical and electronics engineering; his ability to navigate complex challenges and deliver integrated, high-quality results significantly elevated the project's success.

Learner feedback
Ammar excelled in seamlessly managing and integrating mechanical, electronic, and software elements, demonstrating outstanding leadership and technical expertise throughout the project.
Computer-aided design Structural analysis Material selection Mechanical design Engineering documentation Critical thinking Computational science and engineering Collaborative communications
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Level UP: February 2025
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Alvia Systems Inc.
Low-Cost VTOL Development with Fire Detection via ML
Alvia Systems Inc.

Recent projects

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Alvia Systems Inc.
Alvia Systems Inc.
Brossard, Québec, Canada

R&D Drone Project for Alvia Systems Inc

This project aims for students to design, develop, and build a functional hardware drone, incorporating electrical work, hardware assembly, and research and development. The objective is to provide comprehensive hands-on experience in drone technology, including design, component integration, and testing. By the end of the project, students will have learned the essentials of drone development, showcasing their ability to connect their learning experience with industry skills in electronics, hardware engineering, and R&D.

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Category Electrical engineering + 2
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Alvia Systems Inc.
Alvia Systems Inc.
Brossard, Québec, Canada

Low-Cost VTOL Development with Fire Detection via ML

The objective of this project is to design and develop a small-scale, cost-effective VTOL drone equipped with a flight controller and a fire detection system using machine learning (ML). The drone should be designed with modularity in mind, allowing for future sensor and component upgrades. Given budget constraints, the project will focus on using standard cameras and ML-based fire detection instead of expensive thermal cameras. Students will be responsible for developing the drone’s software, integrating sensors, and implementing the ML-based fire detection system while ensuring the design is scalable for larger applications.

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Category Mechanical engineering + 3
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Work experience

ELEC Drive Team
UBC Sailbot
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
September 2023 - September 2024

-Student team focusing on the design and creation of autonomous sailboats for oceanic data collection
-Prototyped and analyzed speed controller performance using oscilloscope, multimeter and motor
-Developed electrical hardware and firmware control algorithms for positional encoding of the boat’s rudder
-Assisted in the development of a PID control algorithm for boat’s rudder, set to reach Alaska

Personal projects

Wireless Remote
August 2024 - August 2024
https://ammar093.wixsite.com/ammararainportfolio/portfolio-1

• Designed, programmed and assembled a radio frequency (RF) remote to wirelessly transmit data
• Programmed STM32 Blue Pill microcontroller to interface seamlessly with a transceiver module, optimizing data
transmission efficiency
• Effectively soldered components on a solder-able breadboard, reducing overall size
• Wirelessly controlled python program through serial port and RF communication for fast data transfer
Metal Detecting RC Robot
March 2024 - April 2024
https://ammar093.wixsite.com/ammararainportfolio/portfolio-1

• Designed and Assembled a RC robot with the ability to detect metal strength and pick up metal
• Programmed ATmega328p and EFM8 microcontrollers in C for the robot and remote
• Developed python-based computer-controlled remote interface to improve precision and reduce total hardware
• Compiled 30 page technical report detailing analysis, design calculations and system architecture
RC Plane
March 2022 - June 2022
https://ammar093.wixsite.com/ammararainportfolio/portfolio-1

-Constructed a remote controlled plane using foam board, wood, and fiberglass for strength to weight optimization
-Created motor mount from wood through the use of hand tools
-Wired and attached brushless motor with the electric speed controller, servos and speed controller wired to a radio receiver
-Utilized problem solving skills in order to fix issues to ensure smooth flights
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