Dustin Swanson

Portfolio of Engineering & Design Projects

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Portfolio

A selection of engineering, design, and automation projects showcasing mechanical CAD work, AI systems development, and innovative solutions for independence and accessibility.

3D Design & Fabrication

Professional CAD modeling, reverse engineering, and custom fabrication projects using SolidWorks and modern manufacturing techniques.

Custom Wheelchair Joystick Extension

Designed and fabricated a precision joystick extension to improve control reach and comfort. Included custom mounting bracket and anti-vibration features.

SolidWorks 3D Printing Accessibility

Adaptive Equipment Mounting System

Universal mounting platform for attaching phones, tablets, and controls to both wheelchair and bedside. Quick-release mechanism for easy repositioning.

Product Design CAD Fabrication

Replacement Parts - Obsolete Medical Equipment

Reverse-engineered critical components for discontinued medical equipment using precision measurement and CAD reconstruction.

Reverse Engineering Medical 3D Printing

Black Hills Topographic Models

Created accurate 3D relief maps of the Black Hills region from USGS elevation data. Available in multiple scales for printing or display.

Geographic Modeling Data Conversion 3D Shop

Consumer Product Prototypes

Concept-to-prototype development for various consumer products. Iterative design process with DFM considerations for injection molding and 3D printing.

Product Design Prototyping DFM

Custom Cable Management Solutions

Designed modular cable management system for wheelchair and home office use. Parametric design allows for various cable sizes and mounting configurations.

Parametric Design Organization Modularity

AI & Automation Projects

Custom software and automation systems that integrate personal data, IoT devices, and AI to improve daily life and independence.

Personal AI Assistant / AI Index

Comprehensive personal AI system that ingests and indexes data from health records, financial accounts, vehicles, IoT sensors, and more. Vector search enables natural language queries across all personal data.

AI/ML Vector Search Python Data Integration

Caregiver Time Tracking System

Automated timecard tracking with clock-in/out interface, schedule management, and reporting. Integrates with payroll systems and provides real-time oversight.

Web App Automation Reporting

Healthcare Data Integration (FHIR)

OAuth-based integration with Epic MyChart and other FHIR-compliant systems. Retrieves, normalizes, and stores personal health records locally for analysis.

FHIR Healthcare OAuth API Integration

Vehicle OBD-II Data Logger

Raspberry Pi-based system that logs vehicle diagnostics, fuel efficiency, and maintenance alerts. Data feeds into AI assistant for predictive maintenance.

IoT Raspberry Pi Automotive

CPAP Monitoring & Analysis

Automated extraction and analysis of CPAP usage data. Trend detection, compliance tracking, and integration with health records.

Medical Device Data Analysis Health Tracking

Environmental Monitoring Network

Network of Raspberry Pi sensors monitoring temperature, humidity, and air quality across multiple locations. Historical data trending and alerting.

IoT Sensors Data Visualization

Property & Land Projects

Engineering and planning projects for Black Hills properties, combining civil planning, structural considerations, and sustainable design.

Off-Grid Cabin Planning

Comprehensive planning for off-grid cabin construction including solar power sizing, water system design, and septic planning. Focus on accessibility and independence.

Off-Grid Sustainable Design Planning

Well & Water System Design

Water system engineering including well placement, pressure tank sizing, filtration, and backup power integration for reliable water supply.

Water Systems Hydraulics Planning

Accessible Driveway & Access Road

Designed accessible routes with proper grading, drainage, and surface selection for wheelchair-accessible vehicle use in challenging terrain.

Civil Engineering Accessibility Grading

Greenhouse Design & Climate Control

Passive solar greenhouse design with automated climate control, irrigation, and monitoring. Optimized for Black Hills climate conditions.

Agriculture Automation Climate Control

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