Aug 12, 2024
A Diploma from Columbia in Electrical Engineering
I am excited to finally share that I have graduated from Columbia University with a master's in electrical engineering. It feels surreal to hold my diploma in hand, and I wanted to…
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Jun 10, 2024
Why Cellphones Cannot Be Used on Planes
Cell phones are an essential part of our everyday lives, but when it comes to air travel, passengers are often reminded to turn off their devices or switch them to airplane mode.…
May 23, 2024
A Note on the Final Digit of \( \pi \)
I recently saw someone wearing a t-shirt that said, "My password is the last 8 digits of \\(\pi\\)." The joke, of course, lies in the fact that \\(\pi\\) (pi) is an irrational…
May 13, 2024
Lessons from the TCA for Green Energy Siting
As the urgency to combat climate change grows, so does the need for a coherent approach to integrating renewable energy solutions into our urban landscapes. The challenge? Local regulations often stall the…
May 4, 2024
A Maltese Grant of Arms
I am honored to announce a significant milestone in my personal and professional journey—a formal grant of arms bestowed by the Office of the Chief Herald of Arms of Malta. This prestigious…
May 1, 2024
The Energy Cost of AI/ML, Iceland to the Rescue
In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), the computational demands for training sophisticated models have surged, paralleling the exponential growth in model complexity. This escalation signifies…
Apr 23, 2024
Kamon as Japanese Heraldry
With its intricate array of symbols and emblems, heraldry transcends simple identification to embody societies' more profound cultural ethos and historical narratives. These complex symbols, which have found universal application across many…
Apr 19, 2024
What is a Martlet?
In the intricate and symbolic world of heraldry, the martlet occupies a unique and distinctive niche. This emblematic bird bears a striking resemblance to a swallow, yet it is stylized with specific…
Apr 14, 2024
Debunking the "Long Tailpipe" Myth
Electric vehicles (EVs) have been championed as a cornerstone in the battle against climate change, lauded for their potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions significantly. Yet, skeptics often counter with the "long…
Apr 8, 2024
Solar Eclipse Mathematics
Solar eclipses are among the most striking astronomical events that captivate observers around the world. These celestial phenomena occur when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, temporarily obscuring part…
Apr 2, 2024
I Was Appointed a Kentucky Colonel
On March 25, 2024, Governor Andy Beshear commissioned me a Kentucky Colonel. The document is an honorary commission issued in the name of the Commonwealth of Kentucky and attested by Secretary of…