Firmware Archives - Raúl Bartolomé

Ready CQuence Loop: Accelerating Software Development for the Software-Defined Vehicle

Post category:Automotive Firmware Projects Software Development
Post published:2024-03-05

In 2022–2023, Raúl Bartolomé directed Harman’s Ready CQuence Loop, a cloud-based development platform for Software-Defined Vehicles. By combining virtualization, containerization, and real-device testing, the toolchain revolutionized how automakers like Audi, Ferrari, and Volkswagen’s CARIAD create and validate software. Raúl’s leadership positioned the product as a cornerstone of Harman’s vision for faster, smarter, and more reliable automotive innovation.

CISIUM, Inc. — Electrical, Electronic, and Software Development Services

Post category:Business Electrical Electronic Firmware Hardware Engineering Mobile Applications PC Applications Projects Software Development Websites
Post published:2015-06-01

From 2008 to 2015, Raúl Bartolomé co-founded and led CISIUM, Inc., an engineering services company based in the Philippines. The firm delivered electrical, electronic, software, and automation solutions to clients in automotive, industrial, medical, and consumer electronics. Raúl combined executive leadership with hands-on engineering, helping customers like Lear, Böning, and Surface Technology International gain multinational-level competitiveness through high-quality, cost-efficient development services.

Electronic Cigarette MiD One with PC Application and Website Portal

Post category:Business Electronic Firmware Hardware Engineering PC Applications Projects Software Development Websites
Post published:2013-01-01

Between 2012 and 2013, Raúl Bartolomé co-owned Janty, Ltd. and led the development of the MiD One — the first electronic cigarette to introduce programmable vaping profiles. The project combined hardware, firmware, a PC application, and a web portal into a patented ecosystem that gave users full control over voltage, power, and customization. As inventor and chief engineer, Raúl guided the complete system design, making the MiD One Janty’s flagship product and a landmark innovation later copied across the industry.

Smart Bag, a Prototype Controlled with an Android Application

Post category:Electronic Firmware Hardware Engineering Mobile Applications Projects Software Development
Post published:2012-02-01

In 2012, Raúl Bartolomé and CISIUM, Inc. created the “Smart Bag,” a prototype that combined fashion with electronics and smartphone control. Using a custom module with RGB LEDs, Bluetooth, sensors, and an NXP microcontroller, the bag was controlled through a native Android app developed in Java. The proof of concept enabled features such as color control, theft alarms, and message notifications, anticipating the rise of wearable and connected fashion technology.

Home Automation System with Wi-Fi Nodes and Wi-Fi Cameras Controlled by Website

Post category:Electronic Firmware Hardware Engineering Projects Software Development Websites
Post published:2012-01-02

In 2012, Raúl Bartolomé and CISIUM, Inc. developed a Wi-Fi-based home automation prototype that connected nodes, cameras, and controls through a web interface. Unlike ZigBee or proprietary solutions, the system leveraged standard Wi-Fi infrastructure, making it simple, affordable, and compatible with smartphones and tablets. As chief engineer, Raúl led the design of FlyPort-based nodes, firmware, and web integration, pioneering an early open-source smart home concept.

PCBA for Lens Polishing Machine Haruchika HP-043

Post category:Electronic Firmware Hardware Engineering Projects Software Development
Post published:2011-01-01

In 2011, Raúl Bartolomé and CISIUM, Inc. developed a modern replacement control board for the Haruchika HP-043 lens polishing machine, an obsolete industrial system no longer supported by its manufacturer. Designed around a Xilinx CoolRunner-II CPLD, the new PCBA replicated the original functionality while adding reprogrammability, robust noise-immune inputs, and upgraded power transistors. As project manager and chief engineer, Raúl led the architecture, VHDL design, and hardware implementation, extending the service life of critical industrial equipment.

Mid Range RFID System

Post category:Electronic Firmware Hardware Engineering Projects Software Development
Post published:2010-01-01

This is a customize solution for a mid range RFID. The purpose of this product is to detect and record automatically the attendance of field staff. For example it good be used construction workers in a construction area, home nurses add patient site, or field staff visiting any other customer site. The system consistent of a control unit mounted in the field and ID units that are worn by the field staff. Each ID unit has a unique Identifier. The system uses a proprietary protocol and registers ID, IN and OUT timestamp of the field personal and passes the information to the internet to a data collector server for further processing. The main components of the system are Microchip PIC16F873, a RTC PCF8583 from NXP and the transceiver CC1100. It was done with SMD technology in a 2 layers PCB.

Communication Gateway for Medical Application

Post category:Electronic Firmware Hardware Engineering Projects Software Development
Post published:2010-01-01

This is a customize solution for a mid range RFID. The purpose of this product is to detect and record automatically the attendance of field staff. For example it good be used construction workers in a construction area, home nurses add patient site, or field staff visiting any other customer site. The system consistent of a control unit mounted in the field and ID units that are worn by the field staff. Each ID unit has a unique Identifier. The system uses a proprietary protocol and registers ID, IN and OUT timestamp of the field personal and passes the information to the internet to a data collector server for further processing. The main components of the system are Microchip PIC16F873, a RTC PCF8583 from NXP and the transceiver CC1100. It was done with SMD technology in a 2 layers PCB.

Auxiliary Electronic Circuits for Testing Electrical Wiring

Post category:Electronic Firmware Hardware Engineering PC Applications Projects Software Development
Post published:2003-01-01

CreaSoft company creates software and hardware for automotive wiring testing. In the following illustration we can see a photograph of part of the wiring of a vehicle. As you can see the wiring is made up of a large number of cables with connectors at the ends. Wiring manufacturing companies such as Valeo or Lear design and assemble complex electrical wiring using connectors, terminals, electrical wire and other raw materials. The final phase of cable manufacturing consists of checking it. It is at this time that CreaSoft products intervene. In the following illustrations we can see two test boards, note how the wiring connectors are connected to the test bench counter connectors. These elements are called counterpieces.

Distributed Multifunction System RS485 or USB 1.1 for Testing Electrical Wiring

Post category:Automotive Electronic Firmware Hardware Engineering PC Applications Projects Software Development
Post published:2003-01-01

The purpose of the project is to check the wiring harness, this time the mechanical enclosure is not a rack, but cards located on plastic guides, thus providing greater versatility. In the following photograph we can see an example of different cards located in the guides and interconnected with each other. These systems consist of electronic cards controlled by the PC. Communication with this is done through the USB bus if there are high transmission speed requirements, or through the RS485 bus if long distances are desired in industrial environments. The general diagrams of these systems are presented below. The following illustration shows how the PC communicates with a USB hub (HUB), and this in turn does so with each CPU card. In total, a star topology network of up to 127 nodes can be implemented (typical of a USB network). Each CPU card can control up to 8 peripherals.