available for opportunities
I'm Michelle — a Computer Engineering student, researcher, and developer interested in robotics, embedded systems, intelligent hardware, and building technology that can create a more sustainable future.
03 / selected work
Research · Robotics
Embedded Systems
Software · Games
CSULB · expected 2027
hello, i'm Michelle
Honors Student as part of the CSULB Honors Program · B.S. Computer Engineering (Expected 2027).
Research Student under Dr. Tairan Liu as part of the PACK Lab
My work sits at the intersection of robotics, embedded systems, machine learning, intelligent hardware, and software. I've built autonomous robots, FPGA-based digital systems, embedded games, IoT machine-learning pipelines, and research platforms for robotics.
As an undergraduate researcher, I've worked on OmniCore, a configurable robotics ecosystem spanning platforms such as ESP32, Teensy, STM32, and Arduino. Omnicore allows students and researchers to develop and deploy robotic applications across multiple hardware platforms even with no prior coding experience. I've also explored bio-inspired robotics, including research involving robotic wings inspired by bird flight.
Long term, I want to use engineering to do something meaningful for the planet. I'm especially interested in sustainable technology, environmental monitoring, marine and ecological applications, and intelligent systems that help us understand and protect the world around us.
C · C++ · C# · Python · Java · JavaScript · HTML · CSS · Verilog · SQL · Git · GitHub · CMake · PlatformIO · ESP-IDF · FreeRTOS · Vivado · FPGA development · LTSpice · machine learning · data analysis
ESP32 · Teensy · STM32 · Arduino · TM4C123 · sensors · data acquisition · GPIO · PWM · ADC · I2C · SPI · UART · wireless communication · embedded firmware · hardware/software co-design
English · Spanish · French · American Sign Language (ASL)
Environmental technology · marine robotics · sustainability · bio-inspired robotics · autonomous systems · creative technology · innovation
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Projects, professional work, code, and my resume.
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Engineering, robotics, research, intelligent systems, and technology for a better planet.
Research assistant under Dr. Tairan Liu, completing my honors thesis. Designing a lightweight, end-to-end robotics ecosystem inspired by PX4/Pixhawk. The system uses a configuration-over-coding workflow where users define robot topology, sensors, and kinematics through a desktop GUI that generates, compiles, and flashes firmware to low-cost microcontrollers. Building a custom robotics ecosystem for students and researchers to easily configure, compile, and deploy robotic applications across multiple hardware platforms. My thesis will likely be published in the IEEE Robotics and Automation Letters this fall.
Omnicore ↗
Research assistant under Dr. Tairan Liu. Designing and assisting in the development of robotic systems within PACK Lab. Currently designing a custom power distribution board for a robotic bird-wing system, including power management, battery charging, and sensor integration.
PACK Lab ↗Designed and built a battery-powered line-following robot using analog components. Integrated photodiode light sensors, LM358 op-amp comparators, and an L293D H-Bridge motor driver, with circuit calculations and LTSpice simulation for subsystem validation.
final report ↗Collaboratively designed a smart garage and autonomous car system using the TM4C123GH6PM, stepper motors, and IR sensors. Implemented GPIO control, SysTick timers, interrupt-driven FSM logic, and sensor-based automation to coordinate the car and garage door.
final report ↗Designed and programmed a two-mode robot car using a TM4C123 microcontroller, IR distance sensors, and DC motors controlled by PWM and ADC feedback. Implemented interrupt-driven mode switching, sensor calibration, and autonomous navigation algorithms.
final report ↗Text and Python Turtle Graphics adventure game with branching routes and puzzles, written in Python and hosted on Replit.
play ↗
Multi-window graphical interface using GTK and C++, featuring login, text viewing, image viewing, image creation, authentication, file I/O, and interactive image manipulation with Cairo graphics.
GitHub ↗Real-time Space Invaders–style game using the TM4C123, Nokia 5110 LCD, ADC potentiometer, GPIO interrupts, and a 4-bit R-2R DAC. Implemented SPI graphics, SysTick timing, collision detection, PWM audio, and optimized interrupt handling.
final report ↗
A cozy puzzle game with crunchy pixel art. The player searches for hidden items in a tricky environment. Planned with React.js.
in production
Led Data Acquisition Team developing ESP32 and Raspberry Pi systems for the Baja SAE car. Implemented sensor data collection, real-time telemetry, and data logging for performance analysis. Achieved improved vehicle performance through data-driven insights and optimization of suspension and drivetrain systems such as GPS, Accelerometer, Suspension Height Sensors, Brake Temperature Sensors, RTD Temperature Sensors, RPM Sensors, and Logic Converter. Most contribution was in STM32 firmware development and sensor integration.
GitHub ↗
Organized and led data conventiono Marina Hacks 24 and 25 for WiC members, providing workshops on data analysis, visualization, and interpretation. Developed curriculum and materials to enhance members' understanding of data-driven decision-making in computing and technology fields. Presented and promoted computer science to elementrary students in order to inspire the next generation of female technologists. Completed internship with WiC to improve presentation skills and public speaking for members, including mock presentations, feedback sessions, and confidence-building exercises.
WiC ↗
Led initiatives to promote diversity and inclusion in computing and technology fields. Organized events and workshops to engage students and foster a supportive community. Presented on topics such as robotics, embedded systems, and CPU architecture to utilze free online plaforms and resources to build their own solid-state circuits.
let's talk
The easiest way to reach me is through email. I'm interested in engineering, software, embedded systems, robotics, and creative technical work.
mherrerachelly2005@gmail.com
