Filmon Gebremichael

Opto-Electronic & Software Engineer passionate about synergizing cutting-edge optical sensing technology with intelligent data analytics to revolutionize structural health monitoring and infrastructure safety.

Beyond the laboratory, I develop practical business management systems that empower family-owned startups and small-scale enterprises to thrive within their communities. Through mentorship and knowledge sharing, I'm committed to nurturing the next generation of innovators who will build tomorrow's solutions.

My Expertise

Optical Fiber Sensing

FBG Sensors, Photonics

Designing and manufacturing FBG sensors for structural health monitoring. Expert in YAG laser systems, photosensitive optical fibers, and precision sensor calibration.

Data Analytics & AI

Python, Machine Learning

Real-time data processing, cloud computing, and intelligent analysis of structural monitoring data. Building predictive models for infrastructure safety.

Full Stack Development

React, Python, IoT

Building complete monitoring systems from sensor hardware to web applications. Expertise in real-time visualization and automation systems.

Curiosity led me to asking too many how and why questions. Now, I love designing solutions that synergize technology with human cognition.
- Filmon Gebremichael

My Work

Pioneering research in structural health monitoring and optical fiber sensors. Currently focused on real-time infrastructure monitoring, automation, data analytics and innovative sensing solutions.

5+
Years Research

Professional Experience

Research Assistant University of Johannesburg

2023 - Present
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Johannesburg, South Africa

Pioneering research in structural health monitoring, optical fiber sensors, data analytics, cloud computing and ultra-low latency communications. Designed and developed a fully-customizable web-based real-time optical fiber sensor monitor with color-coded timeseries graphing, data engineering, threshold sensing, and intelligent data storage capabilities.

Python React FBG Sensors Data Analytics Cloud Computing YAG Laser Photonics

Photonics Lab Technician University of Johannesburg

2022 - 2023
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Johannesburg, South Africa

Mastered advanced lab equipment operation including YAG laser, photosensitive optical fiber, and fusion splicer. Manufactured and calibrated FBG sensors with precision. Assisted final year undergraduate engineering students in lab sessions and guided their research projects.

YAG Laser Optical Fibers Fusion Splicer FBG Manufacturing Sensor Calibration Lab Equipment

Electronics Programming & Automation Intern iLED and Standard Micro-grid

2018 - 2019
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Johannesburg, South Africa

Applied programming principles to embedded systems, designed custom PCB solutions, installed field devices, and diagnosed complex electronic malfunctions. Bridged the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical engineering applications.

Embedded Systems PCB Design Field Installation Electronics Automation

Available for select research collaborations

Have an exciting project in optical sensing, structural monitoring, or data analytics? Let's synergize technology with human potential!