Syed.

Syed Shayaan Haider

Hardware Architect | UAV Systems & Precision Prototyping | Science Communicator

Overview

Electrical Engineer and Hardware Architect with a focus on autonomous systems and precision prototyping. Experienced in designing for mass production (surgical instruments, enclosures) and optimizing UAV platforms with LiDAR/Vision integration. Proven track record in technical decision-making, from aerodynamic research to hardware benchmarking, complemented by 3 years of experience in science communication and STEM mentorship.

Lahore, Pakistan

Media Showcase

UAV Sensor Mount CAD Assembly

UAV Sensor Mount CAD Render

CAD render of the UAV sensor stack integration, showcasing precision mounting for autonomous navigation hardware.

UAV Sensor Mount CAD Render

Experience

WORK

Research Intern

DRONITON

Researched on toroidal propellers for drones in urban context.

•Researched toroidal propeller geometries for urban UAV noise reduction and efficiency.

•Evaluated additive manufacturing constraints for aerodynamic components.

Key Achievements

→Conducted feasibility research on FDM-printed toroidal propellers, identifying critical surface finish and structural limitations that necessitated a shift to Resin/SLS printing.

→Evaluated commercial toroidal propeller alternatives to optimize UAV performance in urban environments.

Toroidal PropellersDrones

WORK

Research, Development & Innovations Junior

Markhor3D

CAD, prototyping, and fabrication for functional engineering systems

•CAD, prototyping, and fabrication for functional engineering systems

Key Achievements

→Designed custom enclosures and surgical instruments in Onshape, optimizing geometries for mass production and functional engineering requirements.

→Conducted stress-testing and benchmarking of a commercial 3D printer, leading to the implementation of an auto-bed leveller in the subsequent hardware revision.

→Developed standardized user profiles and transitioned the company's recommended slicing suite from Cura to OrcaSlicer to improve print reliability.

OnshapeCADPrototypingFabricationOrcaSlicer3D Printer Benchmarking

WORK

Science Communicator & Mentor

Khwarizmi Science Society (KSS)

Served as a science communicator and mentor, translating complex engineering and scientific concepts for diverse audiences.

•Mentored students in STEM and robotics concepts.

•Developed analogies and visualizations to explain complex hardware and physics principles using the ELI5 method.

•Conducted science demonstrations and workshops at schools and public institutions.

Key Achievements

→Designed and delivered interactive STEM learning experiences for 1,000+ students across diverse age groups.

→Project Lead for Pakistan’s first Formula 1–themed science pavilion, engaging 2,300+ visitors and managing end-to-end engineering and operations.

→Managed and presented a 3-day planetarium program for 800+ students as lead speaker.

→Contributed to a CERN-based Large Hadron Collider exhibit, performing sensor calibration and integrating Kinect sensors and projectors for interactive public-facing demonstrations.

→Authored a manuscript for publication arguing for the prioritization of engagement and learning over raw data accuracy in public science outreach.

Project Portfolio

PERSONAL

Present

Hardware Design & Prototyping (Selected Work)

Designer

Designed lightweight UAV fairing/enclosure optimized for clearance, weight, and manufacturability. Rapid prototyping using CAD and FDM printing for iterative engineering applications.

CADFDM printingRapid prototyping

PERSONAL

Present

Autonomous UAV Platform (FYP) - LiDAR + Vision Integration

Hardware Architect & Systems Integrator

Worked on a 550 mm quadcopter platform for low-altitude autonomous operation in GPS-sparse environments. Designed and fabricated custom mounts for Livox MID-360 LiDAR and camera integration using CAD, acrylic fabrication, and rapid prototyping. Developed power distribution system for onboard compute and sensor stack (Raspberry Pi 4 / Odroid XU4). Managed payload layout, wiring, and structural integration for stable operation with sensitive hardware. Contributed to AprilTag-based navigation approach for operation during GPS anomalies/spoofing conditions.

Livox MID-360 LiDAROnshapeAcrylic fabricationRapid prototypingRaspberry Pi 4Li-ion Power SystemsAprilTag Navigation

PROFESSIONAL

2025 – Dec 2025

Formula 1 Science Pavilion (Lahore Science Mela 2025)

Project Lead

Led the conception, engineering, and delivery of Pakistan's first Formula 1–themed science communication pavilion. Engineered interactive exhibits spanning aerodynamics, vehicle dynamics, and human performance using CAD, 3D printing, and Arduino-based systems.

CAD3D PrintingLaser-cut fabricationArduinoEmbedded ElectronicsSensorsDfAMData Logging

Education

2022 – 2026

BSc Electrical Engineering

Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS)Specialization in Electrical Engineering

Impact & Recognition

Patents & Publications

RESEARCH_PAPER

Engagement vs. Accuracy in Public Science Outreach: Lessons from the F1 Pavilion

A manuscript exploring the prioritization of visitor engagement and learning outcomes over raw data accuracy in large-scale public science communication events, based on data collected during the Lahore Science Mela 2025.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Skills & Interests

Rapid Prototyping

TECHNICAL

UAV Hardware Layout

TECHNICAL

LiDAR-equipped Autonomous UAVs

TECHNICAL

FDM Prototyping

TECHNICAL

Sensor Integration

TECHNICAL

Additive Manufacturing

TECHNICAL

Onshape

TECHNICAL

CAD

TECHNICAL

Fusion360

TECHNICAL

Hardware under constraints

TECHNICAL

Arduino

TECHNICAL

Embedded Electronics

TECHNICAL

Raspberry Pi

TOOL

Odroid

TOOL

ROS Exposure

TECHNICAL

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Overview

Media Showcase

Experience

Research Intern

Key Achievements

Research, Development & Innovations Junior

Key Achievements

Science Communicator & Mentor

Key Achievements

Project Portfolio

Hardware Design & Prototyping (Selected Work)

Autonomous UAV Platform (FYP) - LiDAR + Vision Integration

Formula 1 Science Pavilion (Lahore Science Mela 2025)

Education

BSc Electrical Engineering

Impact & Recognition

Patents & Publications

Engagement vs. Accuracy in Public Science Outreach: Lessons from the F1 Pavilion

FAQs

Do you have your own laptop and reliable transport for commuting to partner school sites?

Are you familiar with Arduino? Briefly describe a hardware-based robotics project you have built using Arduino or a similar platform.

You’re in the middle of a robotics session and a student's hardware isn't working, while three others are asking for help at once. How do you handle the room?

Skills & Interests

Rapid Prototyping

UAV Hardware Layout

LiDAR-equipped Autonomous UAVs

FDM Prototyping

Sensor Integration

Additive Manufacturing

Onshape

CAD

Fusion360

Hardware under constraints

Arduino

Embedded Electronics

Raspberry Pi

Odroid

ROS Exposure

Let's Connect

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