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Rawan Abdellatif

New Cairo

Summary

Knowledgeable mechatronics engineer with strong background in electrical, mechanical and software engineering. Skilled in developing and testing microcontroller-based systems, troubleshooting hardware and software, and creating successful maintenance and repair protocols. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Software Quality Assurance Engineer

Valeo - Automotive Supplier
05.2023 - Current
  • Participating in the review and audit of software that establishes independence between end-user functions and hardware electronics within the Valeo Core Software Central Department.

Teaching Assistant

German International University
09.2021 - 04.2023
  • Robotics (ENRB 501)
  • Sensors and Metrology (ENGN 101)
  • Modeling and Simulation of Dynamic Systems (NETW 402)
  • Signal and Image Processing (ENMR 602)

Teaching Assistant

German International University
10.2022 - 02.2023
  • Advanced Control Systems (ENAU 503)
  • Control Systems for Mechatronics Engineers (ENME 501)

Junior Teaching Assistant

German University in Cairo
2018 - 2019
  • Laboratory instructor for Electric Circuits 101 course

Teaching Assistant

German International University
03.2023 - 04.2023
  • Robotics (ENRB 501), Sensors and Metrology (ENGN 101), Modeling and Simulation of Dynamic Systems (NETW 402), Signal and Image Processing (ENMR 602)

Research Intern

Aerial Robotics Lab - German University in Cairo
08.2020
  • Supervisor: Professor Ayman El Badawy, Conducted a simulation using MatLab to implement distributed and formation control for multiple quadrotors through the application of the Artificial Potential Field algorithm.

Research Intern

Multi Robotic System Lab - German University in Cairo
06.2018
  • Supervisor: Dr
  • Omar Shehata, Transformed a CNC machine into a 3D printer by making hardware modifications and integrating Arduino IDE algorithms with Repetier Software.

Research Intern

ARAtronics Lab - German University in Cairo
07.2018 - 08.2018
  • Supervisor: Dr
  • Amir Ali, Implemented control for a PUMA robot employing 3 distinct algorithms on Arduino, incorporating joystick manipulation, forward and inverse kinematics, and interaction with a MYO band.

Education

Machine Learning -

Stanford University

Fundamentals of Reinforcement Learning -

University of Alberta
04.2022

Bachelor Degree in Mechatronics Engineering -

German University in Cairo
Cairo, Egypt
07.2021

Reinforcement Learning and Optimal Control, Nonlinear and Adaptive Control, Optimization Techniques for Multi-Cooperative Systems, Image Processing for Mechatronics, Autonomous Systems, Cooling of Electronic Systems -

German University in Cairo
07.2021

Skills

  • Python, JavaScript, MATLAB, C, C++, Robot Operating System (ROS)
  • Microcontroller programming
  • Sensor Technology
  • Robotics Programming
  • Agile Methodologies
  • DOORs and Enterprise Architect

Publications

Abdellatif, Rawan A., Ayman A. El-Badawy, Artificial Potential Field for Dynamic Obstacle Avoidance with MPC-Based Trajectory Tracking for Multiple Quadrotors, 2020 2nd Novel Intelligent and Leading Emerging Sciences Conference (NILES), IEEE, 2020

Certified Courses

  • Reinforcement Learning and Optimal Control, German University in Cairo, 2021
  • Nonlinear and Adaptive Control, German University in Cairo, 2021
  • Optimization Techniques for Multi-Cooperative Systems, German University in Cairo, 2021
  • Image Processing for Mechatronics, German University in Cairo, 2021
  • Autonomous Systems, German University in Cairo, 2021
  • Cooling of Electronic System, German University in Cairo, 2021
  • Fundamentals of Reinforcement Learning, University of Alberta, 2022
  • Machine Learning, Stanford University, In Progress


Languages

Arabic
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
German
Intermediate
B1

Academic Research

  • Multi Robotic System Lab: Transforming a CNC machine into a 3D printer by making hardware modifications and integrating Arduino IDE algorithms with Repetier Software.
  • ARAtronics Lab: Implementing controller for a PUMA robot employing 3 distinct algorithms on Arduino, incorporating joystick manipulation, forward and inverse kinematics, and interaction with a MYO band.
  • Aerial Robotics Lab: Simulating and implementing distributed and formation control for multiple quadrotors through the application of the Artificial Potential Field algorithm using MatLab.

Academic Projects

  • Super Hero Chess Game: Developing a Super-Hero Chess game board with an interactive GUI using JavaScript.
  • Inverted Pendulum: Controlling hardware for an inverted pendulum system using the PID controller algorithm implemented on an Arduino.
  • Autonomous RC Car: Programming an RC car using Raspberry Pi as the high-level controller to autonomously navigate predefined paths, achieving an average accuracy of 75%.
  • Image Processing-based Controlled Goalkeeper Robot: Developing and implementing an innovative image recognition algorithm for a mini goalkeeper, resulting in an unprecedented 80% reduction in goal-scoring attempts during testing.

Timeline

Software Quality Assurance Engineer

Valeo - Automotive Supplier
05.2023 - Current

Teaching Assistant

German International University
03.2023 - 04.2023

Teaching Assistant

German International University
10.2022 - 02.2023

Teaching Assistant

German International University
09.2021 - 04.2023

Research Intern

Aerial Robotics Lab - German University in Cairo
08.2020

Research Intern

ARAtronics Lab - German University in Cairo
07.2018 - 08.2018

Research Intern

Multi Robotic System Lab - German University in Cairo
06.2018

Junior Teaching Assistant

German University in Cairo
2018 - 2019

Machine Learning -

Stanford University

Fundamentals of Reinforcement Learning -

University of Alberta

Bachelor Degree in Mechatronics Engineering -

German University in Cairo

Reinforcement Learning and Optimal Control, Nonlinear and Adaptive Control, Optimization Techniques for Multi-Cooperative Systems, Image Processing for Mechatronics, Autonomous Systems, Cooling of Electronic Systems -

German University in Cairo
Rawan Abdellatif