User:Xio2

About Me

My name is Justin Sovine, I'm a founding member of Hive13 though I've probably put in a lot less work around here than some of the others. I'm 22 years old and I wear black-rimmed glasses (like most everybody here). I'm currently working as a PHP/MySQL developer.

Now that that's out of the way...

I'm an aspiring musician with a background in technology. I'm currently producing tracks with a lot of dubstep/neurofunk influence. I've recently begun DJing around Cincinnati with a couple local parties under my belt, though I'm mostly experienced with production.

I have several other hobbies, including but not limited to electronics/engineering, propulsion technologies, alternate energies, AI/neural networks, environment/mood control, model railroading, running, camping/fishing, architecture, etc...

Projects

Photo-Bio-Reactor

The hive's own photo-bio-reactor! Filters CO2, produces oxygen, and can create biofuel from the dried mature algae that make it all work.

Reactor Design (We should definitely go with a modular design)

• http://algaegeek.com/Projects/Photo-Bio-Reactor-Cell-Design-V1/
• http://algaegeek.com/Projects/Photo-Bio-reactor-V2/

CO2 Production

• http://www.thekrib.com/Plants/CO2/co2-narten.html

Algae Strains and Cultivation Info

• http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_species_of_algae_is_best_for_biodiesel_production

Algae Drying and Extraction of Biofuels

• http://newenergyandfuel.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/algaeventure-harvester-block-diagram.jpg
• http://newenergyandfuel.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/algaeventure-prototype.jpg

General Biofuel

• http://www.oilgae.com/

Model Railroading

I've been interested in model trains lately, I used to do this with my father but never explored it much otherwise. I thought it would be cool to have a set of tracks discretely positioned to circle the hive; providing mindless entertainment, a possible gimmick (see awesome_toy) for membership incentive, could result in a sweet intro video w/ a webcam strapped to one of the train cars.

General

• http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rail_transport_modelling
• http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rail_transport_modelling_scales
• http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rail_transport_modelling_standards
• http://modeltrains.about.com/
• http://148.59.85.44/rr/rr_lib_beginner.html

Cars and Track

• http://modeltrains.about.com/od/layoutconstruction/tp/Track-Pieces.htm

Control Systems

• http://modeltrains.about.com/od/electronicsdcc/tp/DCC_Overview.htm
• http://www.nmra.org/beginner/wiring.html

Landscaping

• http://148.59.85.44/rr/library/rrtutorial.html
• http://www.nmra.org/beginner/scenery.html

Construction & Carpentry

• http://modeltrains.about.com/od/operatingmodeltrains/ss/setup.htm

Links

• http://www.xonar.net
• http://www.smagno.com

Skills

Current Skills

Programming

• PHP
• Ruby

Music / Audio Engineering

• Reason
• FL Studio
• Renoise
• Traktor Pro

Art

• Photoshop
• Freehand Pencil

Construction

• Various Hand Tools
• Nail Gun
• Table Saw
• Miter Saw
• Lathe

Desired Skills

Programming

• Android
• Arduino
• C/C++

Hardware

• Monome
• Drones & RC Helicopters

Art

• Screen Printing
• Freehand Charcoal

Construction

• Welding
• Casting/Molding
• Air Brushing/Spray Painting

Biology & Chemistry

• Sustainable Ecology
• Algae
• Chemical Extractions and Reactions
• Biofuels