Anderson Gao

About Me

2nd year Electrical Engineering major @ Georgia Tech w/ Junior class standing.
Passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology through innovative engineering solutions.
Research interests are in the application of ML and designing wearable technology for people with mobility and learning differences.
Learning something new every day!
Tour guide for Georgia Tech. You may see me on campus sharing my passion for engineering to future Yellow Jackets!
Self-proclaimed dorm room chef.
Fun fact: I have a porcelain tooth. You can ask me how I got it. 😅

4.00 GPA

3 Languages

9.69s Fastest Rubik's Cube Solve

1 Diehard Hockey Fan

Technical Skills

Programming Languages

Python C/C++ Java MATLAB JavaScript HTML/CSS Assembly Bash YAML

Technical Expertise

Machine Learning Signal Processing PCB Design CMOS Digital System Design AC/DC Circuit Analysis OOP

Tools & Hardware

FPGA Oscilloscope Logic Analyzer Arduino 3D Printer

Software & Systems

Linux Shell Git VS Code NI Multisim Altium SOLIDWORKS

Featured Projects

Lightning Classification ML Model

July 2025 – Present

Research-grade machine learning model for electromagnetic waveform analysis and lightning event classification.

Developing model with 95% accuracy in classifying Intracloud vs Cloud-to-Ground lightning
Processing complex electromagnetic waveform data
Authoring graduate-level research paper publication
Contributing to atmospheric science research advancement

Blackjack Card-Counting Glasses

August 2025 – Present

Innovative wearable technology using computer vision and Raspberry Pi for real-time card recognition and counting.

Raspberry Pi with computer vision for real-time card detection
Developing custom algorithms for accurate card counting
Miniaturized hardware design for seamless wearable integration
Real-time processing with minimal latency

ML Formula 1 Prediction Model

June 2025 – July 2025

Advanced machine learning model that predicts race finishing order for every Formula 1 Grand Prix in the 2025 season.

Achieved 80% accuracy using regression analysis with external F1 APIs
Implemented weighted features: Track Temperature, Championship Points, Weather
Designed intuitive UI for user customization and prediction visualization
Real-time data integration and dynamic model updating

Caffeine Regulator Attachment

July 2023

Team project at M&TSI 2023: Designed and 3D printed an attachment for caffeinated drinks to monitor and regulate caffeine intake.

Modeled the attachment in SOLIDWORKS and fabricated with 3D printing
Integrated Arduino Uno, servo motor, and flow sensor for real-time volume tracking and automated shutoff
Developed a Replit-based app for drink selection and daily caffeine tracking
Collaborated in a team of 4, emphasizing teamwork and rapid prototyping
Produced and edited a final product video and pitched to a panel of VCs

Fourier Transform & Noise Suppression Research

June 2022 – August 2022

Authored a 15-page research paper, "Application of the Fourier Transform to Explain Noise Suppression in Relation to the Rubik’s Cube," investigating how digital noise suppression works in video conferencing apps like Zoom.

Explored the use of Discrete Fourier Transform (DFT) for digital noise suppression in online video chats
Designed and conducted experiments using MATLAB to analyze Rubik’s Cube turning sounds before and after noise suppression
Identified the frequency threshold at which ambient sounds are suppressed by Zoom’s DNS algorithm
Demonstrated practical applications of signal processing in real-world communication platforms

Experience

Research Assistant

Low Frequency Radio Lab, Georgia Tech

July 2025 – Present

Developing ML classification model with >95% accuracy that parses through electromagnetic waveform data from lightning strikes and classifies the events as Intracloud or Cloud-to-Ground lightning
Executing data-processing pipeline that gathers lightning data from a network containing 100,000,000+ annual strikes
Authoring graduate-level research paper using novel methodologies obtained from this project to advance atmospheric science research

Mechatronics and Motivation

Research and Design Team, Atlanta, GA

August 2025 – Present

Prototyping flexible PCBs for use in future medical aids
Conducting preliminary research in neuroscience to identify common faults with medical devices and create a novel solution in wearable mechatronics

Electrical Engineering Intern

Texavie, Vancouver, Canada

August 2023 – September 2023

Designed flexible PCBs for a smart-glove technology startup
Created professional schematic diagrams in NI Multisim
Presented technical designs in company all-hands meetings

Particle Physics Work Experience

TRIUMF, Vancouver, Canada

August 2022

Assembled a time-of-flight mass spectrometer
Collaborated with co-op students on various physics projects
Enriched my learning of particle accelerators and the current state of research

Tour Guide

Georgia Tech Undergraduate Admissions

January 2025 – Present

Leading engaging campus tours for prospective students and families, tailoring route and narratives to audience interests while clearly explaining academics, research, housing, and student life
Coordinating tour logistics and high-volume Q&A (check-in, timing, accessibility)
Collaborating with Admissions and fellow guides to ensure a polished, on-schedule visitor experience

Competition Organizer

World Cube Association

January 2023 – Present

Spearheading logistics for local Rubik’s Cube competitions with over 400+ attendees
Generated $5,000+ so far in revenue from event registration fees
Pioneered a novel delegation system allowing volunteer roles to be equitably allocated to participants on competition day