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Andrew Kibor

Mechatronics Engineer | Researcher

Mechatronics engineer and researcher specializing in digital twins, industrial automation, and extended reality for manufacturing and agricultural systems.

About Andrew Kibor

Andrew Kibor is a mechatronics engineer with experience at the Siemens Mechatronic Certification Center at Dedan Kimathi University of Technology (DeKUT). He conducts research at Michigan State University, spanning digital twin frameworks for real-time monitoring and control, process modelling in virtual reality platforms, and sensor fusion for agricultural systems. He has published work on elevator security systems using digital triplet approaches and VR-based industrial process modelling, with applications in precision agriculture and 3D-printable prosthetics for resource-constrained environments.

Focus

Digital Twins & Industrial Automation
Extended Reality (VR/AR)
📡 Mechatronic Systems & IIoT
Sensor Fusion & Computer Vision

📚 Education Contributions

Spatial Mechanics

Lesson 3: 3D Rotation Matrices and Spatial Transformations

3D rotation matrices, Euler angles, arbitrary axis rotations (decomposition and Rodrigues methods), and homogeneous transformations for robotics and aerospace applications

Published: November 21, 2025

spatial-mechanics3d-rotationseuler-anglesrodrigues-formularotation-matriceshomogeneous-transformationsgimbal-lock

Lesson 2: Planar Transformations and Mathematical Foundations

Master 2D robot kinematics through complex number mathematics for SCARA robot PCB assembly programming

Published: September 26, 2025

spatial-mechanicsplanar-transformationscomplex-numbersrotation-matricesSCARA-robotforward-kinematicsinverse-kinematicselectronics-manufacturing

Lesson 5: Advanced Spatial Mechanisms Analysis

Complex spatial linkage analysis through humanoid robot hand design covering spherical joints, universal joints, and multi-finger coordination

Published: September 15, 2025

spatial-mechanicsadvanced-mechanismsspherical-jointshumanoid-roboticsmulti-finger-coordination

Lesson 6: Computer Simulation and System Integration

Real-time spatial mechanics simulation through multi-robot coordination systems covering numerical methods and distributed control integration

Published: September 14, 2025

spatial-mechanicscomputer-simulationmulti-robot-systemsnumerical-methodsreal-time-control

Lesson 1: Kinematic Joints and Degrees of Freedom in 3D Systems

Master kinematic joint analysis and DoF calculations through industrial robotics, medical devices, and agricultural automation applications

Published: September 12, 2025

spatial-mechanicskinematic-jointsdegrees-freedomroboticsconstraint-analysismedical-roboticsagricultural-automation

Lesson 4: Elementary Matrix Methods and Link Modeling

Systematic kinematic modeling of parallel mechanisms through Stewart Platform analysis using DH parameters and elementary matrices

Published: September 12, 2025

spatial-mechanicsmatrix-methodsstewart-platformDH-parametersparallel-kinematics
Planar Mechanics

Lesson 5: Cam-Follower Systems and Motion Programming

Understanding cam design principles and follower motion laws through CNC machine tool cam-driven feed system optimization

Published: September 10, 2025

planar-mechanicscam-designfollower-systemsmotion-programmingCNC-systemspressure-angles

Lesson 6: Force Analysis and Mechanism Synthesis

Understanding static force analysis and mechanism synthesis through multi-DOF robotic manipulator system design and actuator optimization

Published: September 8, 2025

planar-mechanicsforce-analysismechanism-synthesisrobotic-manipulatorsactuator-sizingvirtual-work

Lesson 3: Velocity Analysis and Instantaneous Centers

Understanding velocity polygons and instantaneous centers through crank-slider engine and compressor mechanism analysis

Published: September 7, 2025

planar-mechanicsvelocity-analysisinstantaneous-centerscrank-slidervelocity-polygonsengine-design

Lesson 1: Kinematic Joints and Constraint Analysis

Understanding joint types, degrees of freedom, and constraint relationships through modular robotic arm design using Grübler's equation

Published: September 6, 2025

planar-mechanicskinematicsjointsDOFgrublers-equationrobotic-armsconstraints

Lesson 2: Position Analysis of Planar Linkages

Understanding vector loop equations and geometric constraints through four-bar linkage suspension system optimization

Published: September 6, 2025

planar-mechanicsposition-analysisfour-bar-linkagevector-loopsgeometric-constraintssuspension-systems

Lesson 4: Acceleration Analysis and Dynamic Forces

Understanding acceleration polygons and inertial forces through Geneva mechanism indexing system design for packaging and assembly automation

Published: September 1, 2025

planar-mechanicsacceleration-analysisgeneva-mechanismdynamic-forcesindexing-systemsautomation

Contribution Stats

24
Total SSU
2024
Member Since
Kenya, USA
Location
12
Education Contributions

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