Curt von Badinski

Curt von Badinski is a technology innovator and engineer currently serving as an Advisor for Wearables, Automation, Mechatronics and Robotics at Anduril Industries.1 He describes himself as a "Maker of Things" and is based in Burbank, California.12

Professional Experience

Curt has an extensive background in engineering and technology:

• Anduril Industries: Currently working as an Advisor1
• Mechio, Inc.: Advisor for wearables and automation technologies (May 2019 - Present)1
• Stanford University: Leadership role in the Human Perception Lab (October 2018 - Present)1
• Amazon: Sr Hardware Development Engineer for Project Kuiper (April 2021 - September 2021)1
• Facebook: Sr. Mechanical Engineer for Facebook Connectivity (December 2019 - April 2021)1
• Motiv Inc: Co-Founder and CTO (April 2013 - April 2020)1

Notable Achievements

• Developed the world's first activity and sleep tracking ring at Motiv Inc1
• Worked on Facebook's Terragraph and satellite-based communication technologies1
• Co-founded View Factor Studios, a manufacturer of cinema camera accessories1

Education

• California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo: Mechanical Engineering1
• San Jose State University: BSME, Mechanical Engineering1

Personal Philosophy

Curt is inspired by Arthur C. Clarke's quote: "The limits of the possible can only be defined by going beyond them into the impossible".12 He believes in creating compelling, user-centered, and magical products, often tackling challenging problems.2

Curt's background in mechanical engineering, robotics, and wearable technology, combined with his entrepreneurial spirit, has positioned him as a notable figure in the tech industry, particularly in the fields of automation and innovative hardware solutions.