Ryan Li | Mechatronics Engineering Portfolio

Mechatronics engineering student building practical hardware + software.

Robotics, embedded systems, CAD, and clean code — focused on measurable results.

C++ / Python ESP32 + Raspberry Pi SolidWorks Robotics Leadership

About

I'm a first-year Mechatronics Engineering student at the University of Waterloo with a passion for building systems that solve real problems. I focus on creating reproducible, well-documented projects that bridge hardware and software.

UW Mechatronics Engineering, first year
Builds IoT + robotics projects from concept to completion
Emphasizes reproducibility and clear documentation

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Featured Projects

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HomePOD: Distributed IoT Sensor Network

ESP32 sensor nodes stream readings over Wi-Fi to a Raspberry Pi hub.

Built ESP32 nodes and a Pi hub for environmental monitoring
Developed a Python/Flask dashboard + JSON logging/API
Designed SolidWorks enclosures for sensors + hub

ESP32 Raspberry Pi Python Flask Wi-Fi JSON API SolidWorks

GitHub

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VEX IQ Drawing Robot (Gantry Printer)

XY gantry robot that draws reliably with controlled pen lift.

Designed/iterated mechanism for repeatable motion
Implemented structured control logic and calibration/testing
Improved reliability through iteration and constraints-based design

VEX IQ C++ Mechanism Design Testing

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Prototype / In Progress

Care Navigation Web App

Non-diagnostic service matching + routing concept.

Next.js TypeScript PostGIS (concept)

Experience

Assistant Volunteer Coordinator

Organized and ran events with 100+ attendees
Raised $2.5k+ through coordinated fundraising efforts
Distributed 2000+ kg of food through community programs
Managed volunteer logistics and event coordination

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Skills

Languages

C++ Python

Hardware / Embedded

ESP32 Raspberry Pi Sensors I2C Basics ADC Basics

CAD / Build

SolidWorks 3D Printing

Tools

Git / GitHub Linux