Braxton Herold

Controls / Robotics / Embedded Systems

I build and control unstable systems. Rockets, robotics, and real-time hardware that actually flies.

I design and integrate mechanical systems, embedded electronics, and control algorithms into one system.

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Project Tabs

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Sisyphus Landing Rocket

Sisyphus on its launch pad in the desert, landing legs deployed

In-progress propulsive landing rocket extending stabilization into full trajectory control and autonomous flight decision logic.

  • Advanced controls
  • State estimation
  • Autonomy
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Ares TVC Rocket

Ares set up on the pad before its third launch

Fully self-stabilizing model rocket using thrust vector control with real-time sensing and embedded control during ascent.

  • Controls
  • Embedded C/C++
  • Aerospace systems
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Haptic Master Arm

The six-degree-of-freedom haptic master arm on a bench, wiring running out to its driver electronics

A six-degree-of-freedom master arm that teleoperates a Fairino FR3 collaborative robot by feel.

  • Teleoperation
  • Haptics firmware
  • Custom PCB design
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