Raif Karaahmetoğlu

Software Control Developer

I am a dedicated mechatronics engineer with a deep commitment to the core pillars of mechatronics: mechanical design, control systems and software development. My expertise includes the design of complex mechanical systems, the development of advanced algorithms and the implementation of sophisticated control strategies. I enjoy my ability to adapt quickly and continually expand my knowledge to integrate the latest software design principles and deliver innovative, high impact solutions.

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UCOK

The expertise was primarily in heavy gun systems above 12.7mm caliber. The challenge was to create a new lightweight system with specific requirements, including an independent sight system at the front edge, increased elevation range, doubled ammunition capacity, a recoil system on the elevation axis, and compatibility with three different purpose weapons on the same mount. The heavy sight system box and their drive units were the only available components. The first task involved conducting a comprehensive benchmarking survey of competing systems. This survey helped identify key design criteria and their impact on the systems. It became clear that precise design harmony was essential for success. However, the heavy sighting system resulted in a cascading design disaster. Although the proposal to optimize the heavy sighting system was initially rejected by management, an opportunity to innovate was found. A new, lightweight, compact, and easy-to-calibrate sight system was developed to overcome several challenges. This design significantly reduced unbalance, system size, and weight while increasing the range of the elevation axis. It was ensured that this new sight system was interchangeable with the heavy gun systems, a critical decision that solved several interrelated problems. By making the system narrower, the heavy ammunition box was strategically positioned closer to the azimuth axis, reducing centrifugal force. Additionally, the reduced size of the sight system allowed the elevation assembly to be realigned, reducing the center of gravity misalignment with the elevation axis. Embedding the motor control units in the forks of the system provided a secure and invisible location for mission-critical parts. These critical design decisions led to a breakthrough that solved several of the project's challenges. The new sight system not only met the demanding requirements of the lightweight RCWS but also provided interchangeability with the existing heavy gun systems. This solution optimized balance, reduced system size, and significantly improved overall functionality. The result was a highly efficient and adaptable lightweight RCWS that met the objectives.

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Skills

MATLAB and Simulink have been utilized since 2009 for the simulation and control of automotive systems, with a focus on the development and testing of advanced technologies.

C has been proficiently employed to develop advanced simulation models, which have been seamlessly integrated with MATLAB and Simulink for real-time applications. Additionally, C has been leveraged for real-time control applications within automotive systems.

In-depth knowledge of C++ was acquired through a comprehensive course, after which a FlexLM license solution was successfully implemented, effectively applying C++ skills.

Python has been utilized to develop a comprehensive vehicle dynamics library, automate HIL project creation, and contribute to various AI and statistical algorithm projects. Furthermore, design patterns and SOLID principles have been professionally applied, demonstrating expertise in Python.

JavaScript has been used to develop AVL Route Studio projects, with a focus on the user interface components related to the algorithms for which responsibility was held.

HTML is currently being learned to enhance skills in creating more sophisticated and visually appealing UI projects.

CSS is currently being learned to enhance skills in creating more sophisticated and visually appealing UI projects.

The React framework and React Router have been learned to implement web-based UI developments, enhancing the ability to create dynamic and responsive user interfaces.

The Material UI component library has been learned to enhance UI development skills, creating more visually appealing and sophisticated interfaces.

CATIA has been used to develop mechanical system designs, particularly for remote-controlled weapon systems such as OTOKAR - UCOK.

Enterprise Architect has been used to implement system engineering for the development of construction machinery, ensuring robust and efficient design processes.

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