Technical Difficulties
I'm interested in all aspects of technology and engineering. If its a machine, I have to know how it works - taking anything for granted is not how I work. Whenever something new comes along, I'll probably have taken it apart before
too long. I will always turn my hand to mechanical engineering - the odd engine rebuild, wiring, re-spray or welding... but my real passion is in electronics and computer systems. I like designing things, creating
things and making all things technical. Its a passion that I sometimes worry is old fashioned with the next generation's imagination stuck within a tablet. See Project blog for more details: https://www.jcross.co.uk/projects/
Robin HR200-100
Owning a light aircraft means a never ending project of repairs, upgrades and maintenance both for the aircraft and the pilot.
pi-TCAS Display
Mid-air collisions are a worry and the Pilotaware system based on the Raspberry is great - but it really needs a neat display i- without wires everywhere.
.net MF Engine CHT Display
Spend as much on 4 new cylinders for an aircraft as you do on a whole car and you want to ensure that they are running it correctly. This project logs what is happening.
Smart Kitchen
Smart fridges are so yesterday.. How about a smart cupboard? This android tablet gives top-class compatibility and provides TV. Music, recipes and information without getting in the way.
Smart Mirror
Based on a Raspberry PI an old mirror and a bit of DIY this project brings news, calendar and traffic reports to our hallway mirror.
3D Pipe Inspection
Developed for pipe inspections, this proof of concept 3D scan-a- you-go head was developed for the Technology Strategy Board for nuclear reactor pipe inspections.