Intro

Hi there! I'm Ammar J Mahmood, a Mechatronics Engineering student with a passion for pushing boundaries in Robotics, ML, AI, and Embedded Systems. Whether I'm working on projects, sharing knowledge, or flying above the clouds, I'm always exploring new frontiers.

"Engineering is about pushing boundaries—one line of code and one circuit at a time."

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Featured Projects

Hacked Roomba Autonomous Robot
Software
Electrical

Hacked Roomba Autonomous Robot

Modified iRobot Roomba with custom control system, enhanced sensors, and autonomous navigation capabilities.

3D Printed ASL Robotic Hand
Software
Mechanical
Machine Learning

3D Printed ASL Robotic Hand

Machine-learning-powered robotic hand with precision 3D-printed parts and servo-controlled articulation for American Sign Language gestures.

GitHub
1lb Battle Bot
Mechanical
Electrical

1lb Battle Bot

Competition-ready combat robot featuring an optimized weapon system and reinforced chassis for maximum impact in battle competitions.

Private
FPV Drone
Electrical
Mechanical

FPV Drone

High-performance FPV drone with custom-designed parts and advanced features for an immersive flying experience.

PCB Way Sponsorship
GitHub
IKEA Skadis CAD Attachments
Mechanical

IKEA Skadis CAD Attachments

Custom-designed 3D-printed attachments for IKEA Skadis pegboards, enhancing workspace organization and functionality.

Job Application Tracker - Chrome Extension
Software

Job Application Tracker - Chrome Extension

Chrome extension for tracking job applications with analytics, resume management, and Sankey diagram visualization.

GitHub
Non-Verbal Autism Communication Tool
Software

Non-Verbal Autism Communication Tool

Assistive technology hackathon project enabling non-verbal autistic individuals to communicate through an intuitive visual interface.

Hackathon Project
Robotic Arm Pouring Demonstration
Software
Mechanical
Machine Learning

Robotic Arm Pouring Demonstration

Precision robotic manipulation demo featuring a robotic arm pouring liquid with computer vision guidance.

Voice-Controlled UFactory xArm 850
Software
Machine Learning

Voice-Controlled UFactory xArm 850

Voice command system for controlling industrial robot arm through natural language processing.

VR Minecraft using WebXR
Software

VR Minecraft using WebXR

Virtual Reality Minecraft experience built with WebXR for browser-based VR gaming.

Offline Positioning System using IMU
Software
Electrical

Offline Positioning System using IMU

Indoor positioning system using Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) sensors for GPS-denied environments.

NBA Game Outcome Predictor
Machine Learning
Software

NBA Game Outcome Predictor

Machine learning model that predicts NBA game outcomes using historical team statistics, player performance data, and advanced analytics.

Candy Type Classifier using Computer Vision
Machine Learning
Software

Candy Type Classifier using Computer Vision

Convolutional neural network that identifies and classifies different types of candy using image recognition and deep learning.

Two-Finger Parallel Robot Gripper
Mechanical

Two-Finger Parallel Robot Gripper

Custom-designed two-finger parallel gripper for robotic manipulation with precision machined components and servo actuation.

30lb Combat Robot
Mechanical
Electrical

30lb Combat Robot

Competition-ready 30-pound combat robot featuring high-power weapon system, reinforced armor, and advanced electronics for heavyweight robot combat.

Private
Smart Safe with Biometric & Voice Control
Electrical
Mechanical
Software

Smart Safe with Biometric & Voice Control

Arduino-based smart safe featuring biometric fingerprint authentication, voice-activated unlocking, loudness detection, and custom 3D-printed enclosure.

Youth Flight Canada Website
Web Design
Software

Youth Flight Canada Website

Full-stack web application for Youth Flight Canada featuring custom domain setup, DNS configuration, AWS backend infrastructure, and responsive frontend design.

University Student Society Website
Web Design
Software

University Student Society Website

Professional web platform for the University Student Society with full-stack development, designer collaboration, cloud hosting, and ongoing maintenance.

iFast Roadside Assistance Website
Web Design
Software

iFast Roadside Assistance Website

Professional business website for local roadside assistance company, built with modern web technologies for a small business in the community.

ARRC: Advanced Reasoning Robot Control
Publications
Machine Learning

ARRC: Advanced Reasoning Robot Control

Knowledge-Driven Autonomous Manipulation Using Retrieval-Augmented Generation.

Robust Visual Embodiment
Publications
Machine Learning

Robust Visual Embodiment

How Robots Discover Their Bodies in Real Environments: A study on visual self-modeling robustness.

Custom Robot Trained in Isaac Sim/Lab
Software

Custom Robot Trained in Isaac Sim/Lab

A custom robot designed and trained in NVIDIA's Isaac Sim for advanced robotics and AI research.

Ridge Wallet Clone
Mechanical

Ridge Wallet Clone

A 3D-printed clone of the popular Ridge Wallet, designed for durability and minimalism.

CIBO - Restaurant Ordering Platform
Software

CIBO - Restaurant Ordering Platform

Full-stack restaurant ordering platform with mobile app, web interface, and backend API for seamless food ordering experience.

GitHub
Knee Brace Recovery Device
Mechanical

Knee Brace Recovery Device

Mechanical recovery device designed to aid post-surgery knee rehabilitation, developed in collaboration with a startup.

MARS Rocket Avionics
Electrical
Software

MARS Rocket Avionics

Custom flight controller and avionics system for high-powered rocketry, developed with the TMU MARS Rocket Team.

URL Shortener Service
Software

URL Shortener Service

A simple URL Shortener Service built with Spring Boot, featuring click tracking and a clean web interface.

GitHub

Publications

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics Engineering

In Progress

Specializing in Robotics, AI, and Embedded Systems. Active leadership in robotics clubs, competitions, and research initiatives. Focus on autonomous systems, machine learning, and mechatronic design.