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Byron Hourmand, M.S.E.E.
If there is an engineering problem, hardware or software, that needs to be resolved immediately, please consider my consulting firm to provide you with the best solution in a timely manner.

MY BACKGROUND

I hold a Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and have 20 years industry experience in hardware and software design of microprocessor based controllers.

I have worked in variety of industries such as Medical, Wireless Security Systems, RF Transmitters and Receivers, Access Controls for gated communities, Machine Controls for construction, Automotive, Appliance Controls, Oil & Gas, and others.

I have been recognized for my rapid adaptability to a wide range of engineering problems. My background in hardware and software design, provides a foundation for getting practical results rapidly.

I work as an independent consultant out of my home office under the name Advanced Embedded Technologies.


ACHIEVEMENTS

I have been awarded three patents one of which was used in the touch screen interface of Apple's iphone.  It was also demonstrated in the Chrysler's 200C EVs touch panels, in 2009 Detroit Auto Show, and won the best concept prize.


The following is a list of some of my projects:

- Controllers for knee and shoulder stimulation machines.
- Controller for Infusion Pump to infuse pain medication in surgical wounds and to aspirate fluids from the wound site.
- Electrocardiogram device.
- Digital keyless entry system for gate controllers.
- RF Transmitters and Receivers.
- RF intercoms, RF doorbell, RF security systems.
- Radio Scanner.
- RF Cautioning System for NASCAR.
- Digital bird sounds generator for hunters.
- Dual Stepper Motor Driver for 3D camera system.
- Device to measure G forces in three axes for drop test.
- Automatic control of hydraulics in paving machines using sonic, tilt, and laser sensors.
- Capacitive touch control keypad.
- Cooktop controller.
- Protective control box for Hummer vehicles.
- Low power graphics LCD module.
- Low power data communication and control hardware for oil & gas flow computer.
- Test fixtures to test COMPAQ's switching power supplies.
and more.
SERVICES PROVIDED:

- Hardware Design, Analog and Digital, AC/DC/Battery operated, Low Power Design, Commercial/Industrial Temp, etc.
- Software Design in C, and Assembly for PIC micros (12x,16x,17x,18x), 80C51 family of micros, and others.
- PC application in Visual C#, and Visual C++.
- Object Oriented Programming (OOP).
- Schematic Capture using PADS, and ORCAD.
- PCB Design using PADS, Multi-layer, SMD and thru hole.
- Drafting using Autocad.
- Documentation: Specifications, Test Procedures, Hardware & Software Verification and Validation, FMEA, Bill of Materials, Assembly Drawings, FAB Drawings, PCB Gerbers, etc.
- Prototyping.
- Test Fixtures to test and program boards.


For a free consultation and quote, please contact:

Byron Hourmand
Advanced Embedded Technologies
P.O.BOX 131705
Carlsbad, CA 92013
Tel: (760) 415-3208
Email: byron@aet-eng.com

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