About Nico Brooks
I am a hardware designer and embedded systems engineer focused on building physical products that bridge the gap between digital intent and tangible interaction. My approach is rooted in iterative prototyping—moving quickly from sketch to PCB to resin enclosure.
As an incoming Electrical Engineering student at Drexel University, I am dedicated to mastering the intersection of signal processing, power electronics, and human-computer interaction. I believe the most compelling technology feels invisible, integrating seamlessly into the physical world.
Electric Longboard
First intensive dive into electric transportation and power electronics.
Self-Balancing EV (MK1)
Developed complex control systems and chassis from scratch.
Cubelet & RP2040 Custom Board
Shift towards product design, interactive devices, and custom PCB workflows.
Self-Balancing EV (MK2)
Refinement of stability and mechanical robustness.
sEMG Gesture Wearable
Exploring muscle-sensing interfaces, ML on the edge, and high-density PCB design.
Drexel Electrical Engineering
Deepening theoretical knowledge in electrical engineering and signals.
Advanced Wearables
Scaling sEMG systems into a complete consumer-ready interface.