The Engineering Triangle

Ayrton Sue

How to design & produce the best smart machines and IoT, as fast as possible, at the right cost. Host, engineer, and Element Engineering Australia managing director Ayrton Sue explores key engineering and manufacturing domains – mechanical, electronics, firmware, native apps, web software, UI/UX, and more – to discuss the best (and worst!) practices for developing industrial & consumer digital solutions.

Episodes

  1. 25/02/2025

    006 | Electronics Design with Xarion Comoretto | The Engineering Triangle Podcast

    0:00:00 Teaser 0:00:40 Introducing Xarion 0:05:08 What makes for good electronics design? 0:11:22 Altium examples 0:19:10 Examples of bad electronics design 0:25:53 Software and tools we use 0:41:05 How to do electronics design quickly? 0:50:45 Restraints and cost effectiveness 1:00:19 Designing Cranio 1:12:53 Integration with SOLIDWORKS 1:21:36 That’s all, folks! What if the biggest challenge in electronics today isn’t thetechnology itself, but how we design, integrate, and manufacture it?  In this episode of the The Engineering Triangle,Ayrton sits down with our embedded team leader Xarion Comoretto to explore the hidden challenges of electronics design, IoT development, and rapid prototyping. They break down why so many projects fail due to poor design choices, how the right toolchain can save months of engineering effort, and why engineers must strike a balance between first principles and practical problem-solving. They dive into the evolution of PCB and enclosure designusing Altium and SOLIDWORKS, showing how modern integration is cutting down development time. The discussion also covers the power of open-source tools like KiCad and how they are shaping the future of electronics. They tackle thechallenges of AI-driven automation, the complexities of bridging software with physical systems, and the importance of working within an established ecosystemto avoid costly mistakes. From avoiding common design pitfalls to building robust IoTsolutions with the Cranio Pro-IO ecosystem, this episode is packed with insights for engineers, product designers, and innovators looking to push the boundaries of hardware development. Subscribe for more conversations on engineering, innovation,and the future of technology!

    1h 22m

  2. 15/01/2025

    005 | CAD in SOLIDWORKS with Daniel Berti | The Engineering Triangle Podcast

    In our first episode of The Engineering Triangle for 2025, Ayrton and mechanical engineering team leader Daniel Berti look at the world of CAD modelling and product development, sharing how smart, structured design accelerates innovation, and why poor modelling practices can grind projects to a halt. SOLIDWORKS gets the job done, but has it grown stagnant and bloated? Are there any serious challengers to its dominance in our industry? You might be interested to take a direct look at our real-world projects, like DT HiLoad’s massive dump truck trays, Magna Tyre’s industrial tyre designs, and the Epiroc OreSight autonomous truck. Hosted by engineer & managing director Ayrton Sue, The Engineering Triangle is all about IoT product development and manufacturing across key engineering disciplines - mechanical, electronics, firmware, web & app software, and UI/UX. How do you make the best digital solutions, as fast as possible, at the right cost? If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to like the video, subscribe to The Engineering Triangle, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an update. We’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Share your experiences, questions, or even your hot takes. Thanks for watching, and remember: make it good, make it fast!

    1 hr

  3. 20/09/2024

    004 | Figma for web and mobile app UX design with Kathryn Anema | The Engineering Triangle Podcast

    In this episode, we dive into how Figma powers our UI/UX design process at Element Engineering Australia, helping us deliver top-tier web and mobile app user experiences. UI/UX designer Kathryn Anema explains how Figma’s real-time collaboration, rapid prototyping, and reusable components streamline our workflow, allowing us to create stunning designs faster than ever. We showcase our work on apps like Koodaideri’s HydraTune SafeAdjust remote hydraulics maintenance system, the innovative Cranio data logging and control web app, and our in-house BusMin business management software. Kathryn and Ayrton walk us through how Figma helps us turn complex user requirements into clean, intuitive interfaces, ensuring a smooth and cost-effective design process. What do you use to design user experiences for apps? Let us know! 📢 Don't miss out - subscribe to The Engineering Triangle Podcast for more.

    28 min

  4. 04/09/2024

    003 | Firmware Design with Sam Moore | The Engineering Triangle Podcast

    In Episode 3 of The Engineering Triangle podcast, Ayrton chats with Sam Moore, a firmware engineer with over eight years of experience building the hidden bridge between hardware and software, the silent workhorse behind the seamless operation of many smart devices and digital solutions! Ayrton and Sam discuss the unique challenges of this field, including working with limited hardware resources, developing robust code, and ensuring optimal performance of devices from smart homes to IoT systems. We look back on the development of the Koodaideri’s HydraTune system, which required precise firmware to control hydraulics remotely, ensuring safety and reliability in hazardous environments, and delved into the specifics of developing firmware for SRAM's TyreWiz 2.0, a sophisticated tyre pressure monitoring system for cyclists that provides riders with precise information on their ride quality. Well-designed firmware can significantly impact device performance and user experience, but how can it be done quickly and cost effectively? 📢 Don't miss out—subscribe to The Engineering Triangle podcast for more. 👍 Like and share this video to spread the knowledge about firmware design!

    47 min

  5. 19/08/2024

    002 | Creating Mobile Apps for IoT with Ravinder Bhandari | The Engineering Triangle Podcast

    This episode is all about mobile apps, featuring our senior software engineer Ravinder Bhandari! We look at some of the specific strategies we used to create apps for IoT smart devices, featuring Koodaideri Innovation and Technology's HydraTune SafeAdjust, SRAM ShockWiz and AXS Mobile and more. Hosted by engineer & managing director Ayrton Sue, The Engineering Triangle is all about IoT product development and manufacturing across key engineering disciplines - mechanical, electronics, firmware, web & app software, and UI/UX. How do you make the best digital solutions, as fast as possible, at the right cost?

    40 min

  6. 05/08/2024

    001 | Design for Manufacture (DFM) with Daniel Berti | The Engineering Triangle

    Our maiden episode kicks off with mechanical engineer Daniel Berti discussing best practices for Design for Manufacture, taking a look at some great and not-so-great examples of DFM around the world as well as Koodaideri Innovation and Technology's HydraTune, a product we designed and manufacture here at Element Engineering Australia, and the ongoing progress of our very own Cranio Pro-IO product line. Hosted by engineer & managing director Ayrton Sue, The Engineering Triangle is all about IoT product development and manufacturing across key engineering disciplines - mechanical, electronics, firmware, web & app software, and UI/UX. How do you make the best digital solutions, as fast as possible, at the right cost?

    38 min
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How to design & produce the best smart machines and IoT, as fast as possible, at the right cost. Host, engineer, and Element Engineering Australia managing director Ayrton Sue explores key engineering and manufacturing domains – mechanical, electronics, firmware, native apps, web software, UI/UX, and more – to discuss the best (and worst!) practices for developing industrial & consumer digital solutions.

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  • Creator
    Ayrton Sue
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Ayrton Sue
  • Show Website
    The Engineering Triangle